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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 31 projects1-800Accountant is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, CPA, tax preparation, and financial advisory. Reviews highlight their affordability, responsiveness, and comprehensive tax management, with over 90% of clients expressing satisfaction. Clients appreciate their friendly approach and timely communication, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 37 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit services. Across numerous reviews, clients commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver timely and accurate services. Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and problem-solving skills, while around 85% mention their ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, contributing to substantial financial savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 12 projectsCoCountant is a proficient accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax preparation. Across all reviews, clients commend their responsiveness and high-quality service, with 100% of reviewers noting timely deliverables and their ability to adapt to client needs. Key strengths include their comprehensive bookkeeping services and audit-ready financial statement preparation, while an area for improvement is more proactive data visualization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Joinville , Brazil
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Gestão Contabilidade is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting and were launched in 2002. The agency is based in Joinville , Brazil and São Paulo, Brazil.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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Avalia Contabilidade is a small São Paulo, Brazil-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsIndinero is an accounting services firm offering a range of solutions, including bookkeeping, tax preparation, and fractional CFO services. The company's reviews highlight their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex financial processes. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend their efficient communication and financial reporting capabilities. Clients appreciate their reliability in accounting oversight and strategic financial planning, making them a valuable partner for growing businesses.
$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Services provided
See all 3 projects<p>Watter CPA is your trusted partner in accounting and advisory services. Located in Rockville, Maryland, we have been serving clients across various industries since 1988. Our firm, founded
Read more$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, CanadaServices provided
See all 10 projectsZenbooks is a comprehensive accounting services company specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial advisory, and CPA services. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, knowledge, and alignment with client values, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their professionalism and timely delivery. Some clients mentioned a need for improved project tracking and more tailored pricing solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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J.L Organização Contábil is an Accounting company. Established in 1973, the firm is based in São Paulo, Brazil. Their team provides Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49São Paulo, Brazil
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Assepeme Assistência Contábil Ltda. Is an Accounting company. Headquartered in São Paulo, Brazil, the firm was founded in 1980. Their services include Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Acworth, GA
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M&M Accounting and Business Services is a small Acworth, Georgia-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norrköping, Sweden
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Thorell Revision AB is an Accounting company. They are based in Norrköping, Sweden and have small team. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norrköping, Sweden
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Accounting company Ekonomiplan Norrköping is headquartered in Norrköping, Sweden. Launched in 1981, the team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$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.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 3 projectsClarity Tax Group & CPA's is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting. The reviews reflect 100% positive feedback, highlighting their timely and accurate service delivery. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and professionalism, with 50% mentioning the ease of maintaining bookkeeping records and tax information.
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hainesport, NJServices provided
See all 2 projectsWasserman Accounting CPA is a professional accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and business auditing. The reviews indicate a strong focus on reliability, compliance, and clear communication, with 100% of reviewers noting their impressive project management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their proactive approach to financial statement preparation and tax planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Reading, England
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Vale & West is a small Accounting company headquartered in Reading, England. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Crowthorne, England
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PKB Accountants, an Accounting company, offer Accounting and Business Consulting. They were established in 1970.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is a professional accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial advisory, and business structuring for tax savings. The overall feedback from their reviews is highly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their accurate deliverables, effective communication, and substantial tax savings, resulting in financial benefits like $15,000 in tax savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester Hills, MI
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Croskey Lanni is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan and specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting. The firm was established in 1986.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Elizalde, Casares & Asociados is an Accounting company. Founded in 1992, the team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49ACB, Argentina
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Small Accounting company Estudio Integral Contable, is headquartered in ACB, Argentina. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clinton Township, MI
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BriteBooks360.com is an Accounting company. Founded in 2013, their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kent Town, Australia
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Oreon Partners is an Accounting company. Located in Kent Town, Australia, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hungerford, England
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Small Accounting company P B A Accountants, is based in Hungerford, England. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester Hills, MI
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Metro Trading Association is a small Accounting company headquartered in Rochester Hills, Michigan. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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The Azure Group is an Accounting company. The Sydney, Australia-based firm was founded in 2002. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Windsor, Australia
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BWA Accountants + Business Advisors is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is located in Windsor, Australia. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clarkston, MI
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Senter, CPA, P.C., a small Accounting company, is located in Clarkston, Michigan. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Birmingham, MI
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Accounting company Detroit Financial is based in Birmingham, Michigan. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Malahide, Ireland
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DJC Accounting Services, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Malahide, Ireland. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Goshen, NY
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Cooper Arias, LLP, an Accounting company, is in Goshen, New York. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 1988.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oakville, Canada
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Located in Oakville, Canada, Tino Gaetani & Carusi Chartered Professional Accountants is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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R.P.Narang & Co., an Accounting company, focus on Accounting and Business Consulting. They were established in 1973.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Winston-Salem, NC
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C R Williams & Company, a small Accounting company, is based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Syracuse, NY
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Piaker & Lyons, CPA's is an Accounting company in North Syracuse, New York. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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RRCA & Associates, an Accounting company, was established in 2008. They specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Auroma Accounting Services Pvt. Ltd. Is a small Mumbai, India-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Espaço Contábil RJ, an Accounting company, was established in 1995. The small team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin 15, Ireland
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Small Accounting company KDA Accountants, is located in Dublin 15, Ireland. The team offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Penrith, England
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Robinson Udale is an Accounting company in Penrith, England. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin 6W, Ireland
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Hugh McCarthy & Associates is an Accounting company headquartered in Dublin 6W, Ireland. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
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Devaney & Durkin is a small Dublin, Ireland-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
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Leahy O'Riordan Chartered Accountants is an Accounting company. Their team is based in Dublin, Ireland and focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ridgewood, NJ
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BDG CPAs, an Accounting company, was established in 1982. The small team focuses on Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wellington, New Zealand
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TFS Chartered Accountants is an Accounting company launched in 1989. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Oswal Sunil & Company is an Accounting company founded in 1999. The agency offers Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norfolk, VA
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Ben Pope, CPA, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norfolk, VA
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Head Start Biz Solutions, an Accounting company, specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency is located in Norfolk, Virginia and Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dublin, Ireland
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Walsh O'Brien Harnett is an Accounting company. The Dublin, Ireland-based company was established in 2016. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norfolk, VA
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F. Hunter Hampton, P.C is a small Norfolk, Virginia-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newport News, VA
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Established in 1994, Carmines, Robbins & Company, PLC is an Accounting company. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vaughan, Canada
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Accounting Plus Financial Services Inc. Is an Accounting company. In Vaughan, Canada, their small team provides Accounting and HR Consulting. The agency was established in 1989.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Shine & Company LLP is a small New York, New York-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Babylon, NY
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Small Accounting company Laufer LLP, is located in Babylon, New York. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Williamsville, NY
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Launched in 2015, Arcara Zucarelli Lenda & Associates, CPAs, PC is an Accounting company. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chesapeake, VA
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Stephen D. Livingston, CPA, P.C. Is a small Chesapeake, Virginia-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Mukesh Raj & Company is a New Delhi, India-based Accounting company. They provide Accounting and ERP consulting and SI and were established in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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Drescher & Malecki LLP is a Buffalo, New York-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester, NY
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Viele Solimano Swagler & Chapman, a small Accounting company, is based in Rochester, New York. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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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+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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32.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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28.5/40.016.2/20 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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28/40.013.6/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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34/40.019.6/20 Reviews4.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.