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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 32 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and financial advisory. Reviews highlight an impressive 100% positive feedback for their professionalism, responsiveness, and timely delivery. Notably, 88% of reviewers commend their ability to address complex financial situations and provide tailored recommendations, showcasing their expertise in financial reporting and tax filing.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 12 projectsCoCountant is an accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax preparation. Reviews suggest they are highly valued for their responsiveness and accuracy, with over 90% of feedback highlighting timely and reliable service. Approximately 75% of reviewers noted their competitive pricing and effective communication, although some suggested the addition of direct phone support and enhanced data visualization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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See all 1 projectsJLC Auditors & Advisors es una firma líder en Colombia que ofrece servicios de asesoría y outsourcing contable, especializados en la gestión de contabilidad, impuestos, nómina y actividades
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Located in , semilimes is a small Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 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+$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 9 projectsZenbooks is a professional accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and CFO services. Across various reviews, 100% of clients commend Zenbooks for their timeliness, responsiveness, and knowledgeable staff, though 20% suggest improvements in project visibility and customized pricing. Clients consistently highlight Zenbooks' commitment to understanding their business goals and providing personalized, high-quality service.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Laurel, MD
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ACR Accounting & Consulting Resources is a small Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dover, DE
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Accounting company Faw Casson focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. They were launched in 1944.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brookfield, WI
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The VanderBloemen Group, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Brookfield, Wisconsin and Juneau, Wisconsin. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Accounting company SM Joshi Chartered Accountants was launched in 1993. The team specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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CFO Rick Inc. Is a small San Francisco, California-based Accounting company. Their services include 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.
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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 comprehensive accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The firm consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their reliable project management, clear communication, and timely compliance with statutory deadlines, thereby ensuring clients receive accurate financial reporting and proactive tax planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Lodestar Taxes is a small Accounting company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hockley Heath, England
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Star Sterling Outsource is an Accounting company founded in 2015. The company focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is an accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial reporting, and financial advisory. Reviews highlight their expertise and effective tax-saving strategies, achieving significant client savings. Clients praise their communication and accuracy, with 100% positive feedback noting their knowledge and timely project delivery.
$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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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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Jordensky is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is located in Mumbai, India. Their team provides Accounting and Tax Law.
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Accounting company Finust offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO). They are headquartered in Ahmedabad, India.
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Jones CPA Group LLC, an Accounting company, offer Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO). They were founded in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Stirling, Australia
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Carbon Group is an Accounting company. The Stirling, Australia-based company was launched in 2014. Their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vaughan, Canada
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CloudCPA is an Accounting company. They are located in Vaughan, Canada and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Vernon, WI
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Chortek LLP is an Accounting company. They are based in Vernon, Wisconsin and have midsize team. They focus on Accounting and IT managed services.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Ideal Payroll&Bookkeeping llc is a small Accounting company launched in 2010. Their services include Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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BDG Cloud Accountants LLP is an Accounting company. They are located in Vancouver, Canada, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kozhikode, India
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FINPATH BUSINESS CONSULTANCY, an Accounting company, was launched in 2016. They provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsNordholm Bookkeeping and Accounting provides a comprehensive suite of services including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and VAT services. Clients commend the firm for its timely reports, responsiveness, and alignment with company values, highlighting its good culture and cost-effective solutions. The professional handling of complex tasks such as bank reconciliation and financial reporting is particularly appreciated.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsaccounting byte provides comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting management services. The reviews highlight their exceptional professionalism, timely delivery, and effective project management, emphasizing cost and time savings. Clients express satisfaction with their services, indicating that accounting byte is a reliable partner for bookkeeping and accounting needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Small Accounting company Wiesenberg & Company, Inc., is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Roanoke, VA
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The Joachim Group CPAs & Consultants is a small Accounting company founded in 2006. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pudsey, England
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BPR Heaton Chartered Accountants is an Accounting company. Located in Pudsey, England, their small team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO). The agency was founded in
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Founded in 2008, Beyond Numbers is a small Accounting company. Their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Evergreen, CO
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DXA Group is an Accounting company established in 2018. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Accurate accounting , a small Accounting company, is based in Rajkot, India. The team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oak Flats, Australia
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G.M. EGAN & CO. Is an Accounting company. The Oak Flats, Australia-based agency was founded in 2015. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Blackburn, Australia
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Kadota Finance is an Accounting company. They were established in 2004, and their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Accounting company Easeup was launched in 2017. The firm offers Accounting and Financial Consulting, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Wollert, Australia
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Accounting company RV Advisory Group Pty Ltd was launched in 2023. The company specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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Praddy Financial Consultancy Ltd is a small Accounting company headquartered in Chesham, England. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palm Harbor, FL
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Good Money Moves LLC, an Accounting company, offer Accounting. They were founded in 2019.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Summit Tax Solution, an Accounting company, is in Austin, Texas. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Miller & Company LLP is an Accounting company headquartered in New York, New York. Founded in 1986, the team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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Smart Balance is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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See all 1 projectsNBG Chartered Professional Accountant Professional Corporation offers services in tax preparation and planning, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery. Clients consistently praise their professionalism and strong work ethic, indicating high satisfaction with their bookkeeping and CPA services. The company's alignment with client values and positive reviews contribute to their strong reputation in the accounting sector.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delafield, WI
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Established in 2012, Wilson Small Business Accounting is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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See all 1 projectsdenali is a company specializing in providing accounting services, including bookkeeping, financial planning, and fractional CFO support, particularly for startups. Reviews highlight their impressive communication and expertise in scalable financial systems, with 100% positive feedback on faster financial closes and matured budgeting processes. However, there is occasional underestimation of task workload.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cranford, NJ
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CGMV Tax & Accounting, an Accounting company, offer Accounting and Business Consulting. They were launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Caracas, Venezuela
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Launched in 2006, Alcega, Valero & Cia is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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VBSBookkeeping is a Cebu, Philippines-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Launched in 2022, Buhfop is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance Law.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Kreston Menon is an Accounting company in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They focus on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and were founded in 1994.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Twenty Eighty, an Accounting company, is in Calgary, Canada and Calgary, Canada. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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See all 3 projectsTeckValley is a digital marketing company specializing in services like SEO, PPC, and overall online brand enhancement. Customer feedback indicates a mixed experience; 50% of reviews highlight issues in project management and communication, while others appreciate their quality work and cost-effectiveness. Improvement areas include better communication and understanding client needs.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9South San Francisco, CA
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Bachecki, Crom & Co. Is an Accounting company. They were established in 1971, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Terry L. Stone, CPA, a small Accounting company, is located in Fresno, California. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Capstone LLP, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Gary Mehta, CPA, EA is an Accounting company. Founded in 2007, the team offers Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency is located in Wilmington, Delaware.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Basel, Switzerland
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Accounting company Nexova AG is in Basel, Switzerland and Zürich, Switzerland. The team offers Accounting and Tax Law.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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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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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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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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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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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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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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$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+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Sugar Land, TX
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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.