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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 31 projects1-800Accountant is a professional firm specializing in accounting services such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial advisory. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients praised their responsiveness, with 75% noting their friendliness and on-time delivery. Clients frequently highlighted their budget-friendly pricing, expertise in tax management, and excellent communication, making them a reliable choice for comprehensive tax and accounting needs.
Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 28 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, audit services, financial reporting, and business auditing. The reviews indicate a strong reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and tailored solutions, with 100% of feedback being positive. Clients frequently praise the firm's attention to detail and ability to exceed expectations, with notable mentions of efficient tax filing and proactive financial advisory.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 10 projectsCoCountant is an accounting services company offering expertise in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and tax filing, with a strong focus on providing tailored solutions. The reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, praising CoCountant’s responsiveness, reliability, and controller-level oversight. Approximately 50% of the reviews highlighted their ability to streamline processes and improve financial visibility through accurate, audit-ready reporting.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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See all 1 projectsAdminangel.hu offers accounting services, specializing in bookkeeping and tax preparation. The reviews highlight their competence, client-oriented approach, and ability to deliver projects on time, emphasizing their good value for cost. Overall, clients report high satisfaction with their timely and effective service delivery.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, England
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Accounting company Linx Accounting Services Limited is headquartered in Manchester, England. Founded in 2018, the team specializes in Accounting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 18 projectsindinero is an accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and CFO support. Based on the reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with their responsiveness and professionalism, with frequent mentions of their effective communication and tailored financial solutions. Clients commend indinero for streamlining processes and delivering timely results, with 0% reporting any need for significant improvement.
$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TXServices provided
See all 10 projectsPacific Accounting & Business Services specializes in comprehensive accounting services, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial analysis. They are highly regarded, with 100% of reviews highlighting their timely delivery and excellent communication. Clients commend their efficiency and high-level attention to detail, with 83% noting their good value for cost and adaptability to client needs.
$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 2 projectsTalent Formula is an accounting services firm that specializes in talent acquisition and management for industry-specific needs, including financial analysts and accountants. They have been praised for their efficient recruitment process and cultural alignment, contributing to a 100% positive feedback rate for their support in business growth and team integration.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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In St. Petersburg, Florida, McClanathan, Burg & Associates, LLC is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsProviding all type of business solution services, such as Tax services, administrative consultancies and studies to public departments and companies, administrative performance analysis, procedural
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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See all 1 projectsWe’re all about making your financial management seamless. Whether you’re looking for detailed assistance with your personal or business tax preparation, seeking the right payroll
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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The Gagnon Group is an Accounting company. Located in Boston, Massachusetts and , the agency was founded in 2001. Their team offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Elmwood Park, IL
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JS Accounting is an Accounting company. Based in Elmwood Park, Illinois and Elmwood Park, Illinois, their small team specializes in Accounting. The firm was founded in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NHServices provided
See all 22 projectsAppletree Business Services is a comprehensive accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, payroll, and financial analysis. Across all reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism and responsiveness, with particular emphasis on the cohesive team dynamic and personalized financial advisory. Many clients also appreciate their ability to handle transitions smoothly, ensuring financial clarity and efficiency.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamServices provided
See all 5 projectsInnovature Consulting Company Limited offers services in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, and outbound calling. Reviews highlight their responsiveness, adaptability, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to manage accounting tasks and meet deadlines, noting a good cultural fit and budget-friendly pricing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Clark & Associates is an Accounting company. Founded in 1992, the team focuses on Accounting. The agency is located in Boston, Massachusetts and Los Angeles, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Accounting Tree is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 1998, Carlsen Financial is a small Los Angeles, California-based Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Entous, Neymark & Lisi, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. The team provides Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Jericho, NY
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Rogers & Company is an Accounting company. They offer Accounting and are located in Jericho, New York.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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BackOffice is a small Accounting company headquartered in New York, New York. The team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Monticello, NY
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Knack, Pavloff and Company is a small Monticello, New York-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Westbury, NY
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Small Accounting company Weinstein & Wohlafka, is headquartered in Westbury, New York. The team offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Great Neck, NY
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Launched in 1930, L.H. Rosoff & Company is a small Accounting company headquartered in Great Neck, New York. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Steinberg, Steckler & Picciurro is an Accounting company founded in 1950. The agency specializes in Accounting, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Bogdan & Frasco is an Accounting company. Established in 1995, their team specializes in Accounting.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Riverside, CA
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MG Business Services, an Accounting company, provides Accounting. The agency is based in Riverside, California.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Manjeri, India, Sahal Accounting Services is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, Julie Moreno Bookkeeping & Payroll is a small Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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TMA Accounting + Payroll is an Accounting company. The Indianapolis, Indiana-based firm was established in 2000. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Knoll Tax Service LLC is an Accounting company. The Minneapolis, Minnesota-based team specializes in Accounting.
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Krushna Accounting is an Accounting company established in 2015. In Bromley, England, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rockhampton, Australia
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Condon Financial is a small Rockhampton, Australia-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Trood Pratt is an Accounting company. They are located in Sydney, Australia and have small team. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Evesham, NJ
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GG CPA services is a small Accounting company. They provide Accounting and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fitzroy North, Australia
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Kostov Chartered Accountants, an Accounting company, was launched in 2016. The small team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Established in 2008, FAILSAFE CPA, a small Accounting company, is in San Diego, California. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albany, NY
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Accounting company Elite Business Solutions is headquartered in Albany, New York. Launched in 2009, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Northfield, NH
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The Edwards CPA Group, P.C., an Accounting company, is based in Northfield, New Hampshire. Their services include Accounting.
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MC Accounting is a small Paterson, New Jersey-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Accounting company Accounting and Tax Slashers Guru, Inc is based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Perth Amboy, NJ
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Bose Tax & Accounting LLC is an Accounting company. Their team is in Perth Amboy, New Jersey and provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlsbad, CA
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Established in 2006, White Bookkeeping and Business Management is an Accounting company. The company specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Provo, UT
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Copper Coin Financial, PC is an Accounting company. They are based in Provo, Utah, and their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Bay Street Accounting and Tax Services is a small Accounting company located in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tallahassee, FL
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Grimsley & Company CPAs is a small Tallahassee, Florida-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chandler, AZ
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Farnsworth & Company, PLLC is an Accounting company. Founded in 2010, the company is based in Chandler, Arizona. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, File Taxes Online is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, MD
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Hearn and Associates LLC is an Accounting company. Founded in 2008, the firm specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walsall, England
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JNS Chartered Certified Accountants is an Accounting company launched in 2001. The agency specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Founded in 2016, Proxima Accounting Solutions is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Winnipeg, Canada
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Virtus Consulting, CPA is an Accounting company. The team is based in Winnipeg, Canada, and their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, Canada
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PRUDENT Bookkeeping is an Accounting company headquartered in Richmond Hill, Canada. Launched in 2014, the team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nottingham, England
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Based in Nottingham, England, Archimedia Accounts is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Brainstorm Accounting and Bookkeeping is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Accounting company. Established in 2013, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Established in 2017, HMA Chartered Accountants is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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ATMS & Co LLP is an Accounting company. Their midsize team is located in Mumbai, India. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pune, India
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Offshore Accounting & Taxation Services (OATS) is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and is based in Pune, India.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Juan, Puerto Rico
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35.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33.1/40.019/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, Australia
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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30.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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30.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.3/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.3/40.017/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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38/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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28.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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28.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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29.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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36.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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28.4/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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28.1/40.013.8/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Vilnius, Lithuania
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31.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Accounting50% Other
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Top Accountants and Accounting Firms
An accounting firm manages and analyzes a business’s financial activities. Core responsibilities include bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, filing taxes, and advising on cash flow and compliance. Many firms also offer strategic insights such as budgeting, forecasting, and risk management to help leadership make informed decisions. In short, accountants translate numbers into actionable business intelligence.
Typical offerings include:
- Bookkeeping & general ledger maintenance
- Payroll processing and payroll tax filings
- Tax preparation, planning, and advisory
- Audit and assurance (internal or external)
- Financial reporting under GAAP or IFRS
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CFO or controller outsourcing
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Specialized niches—estate planning, fiduciary accounting, or ERP system implementation Firms often bundle these services into customizable packages, letting you scale support as your organization grows.
Pricing depends on location, complexity, and scope:
- Basic monthly bookkeeping: $500–$2,000
- Full-service accounting (bookkeeping + payroll + tax): $2,000–$10,000 per month
- Annual audit for SMBs: $10,000–$50,000
- Hourly consulting: $100–$300+
Rates rise for Big Four–level audits, multi-entity consolidations, or highly regulated industries. Always request detailed proposals outlining deliverables, hourly rates, and any one-time fees.
Start by defining your must-have services and budget. Then:
- Check Clutch reviews for verified client experiences.
- Evaluate industry expertise—manufacturing, SaaS, nonprofit, etc.
- Confirm certifications (CPA, ACCA) and regulatory compliance.
- Assess communication style and tech stack (cloud platforms, automation tools).
- Request sample reports to gauge clarity and depth.
Shortlist two or three firms and schedule discovery calls before making a final decision.
- Lack of transparency about pricing or engagement scope
- Guarantees of “huge tax refunds” without context
- No proof of professional liability insurance
- Outdated software or resistance to cloud-based tools
- Slow or unclear communication during the proposal stage
If any of these arise, keep looking.
- Which industries do you specialize in?
- Who will be my day-to-day contact, and what are their qualifications?
- How do you ensure data security and confidentiality?
- What software platforms do you use, and can you integrate with our systems?
- How do you measure success and report on KPIs?
- Can you provide references for similar engagements?
Well-prepared answers indicate a firm’s readiness to support your business.
Outsourcing gives you on-demand access to a multidisciplinary team such as tax specialists, auditors, and CFO-level advisors, often at a lower cost than maintaining full-time staff. You also gain independent oversight, reduced fraud risk, and scalable expertise as your company expands.
Bookkeepers focus on daily transaction recording and basic reconciliations. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firms can perform audits, represent you before tax authorities, and provide higher-level advisory services. Growing businesses often start with bookkeeping, then engage a CPA firm for complex compliance and strategic guidance.