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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 a comprehensive accounting firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit services. With a strong focus on timely delivery and problem-solving, 100% of reviewers commend their effective communication and professionalism. While a small percentage note communication could improve, clients overwhelmingly appreciate their proactive and detailed approach to complex financial needs.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brighton, Australia
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Tracey Redman-Slater is a small Brighton, Australia-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bay St. Louis, MS
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Gerald W. Rigby, CPA, PC is an Accounting company in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wodonga, Australia
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Adminicle Business Services is an Accounting company. The Wodonga, Australia-based team offers Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rowville, Australia
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Established in 2000, AllPoints Accounting , a small Accounting company, is based in Rowville, Australia. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Altona North, Australia
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Established in 2000, Inform Business Accounting, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Altona North, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Heidelberg, Australia
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Small Accounting company Heidelberg Business Solutions, is in Heidelberg, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Gary M. Zweig, CPA is an Accounting company. The San Diego, California-based agency offers 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 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Croydon, Australia
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Autumn Leaves Accountancy, an Accounting company, was founded in 1997. The agency focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Miramar MBA Financial Services is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 2008. The agency is in San Diego, California.
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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 professional accounting firm offering a wide range of services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, expertise, and alignment with client values, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their effective project management and ability to meet client needs. Their team is noted for delivering timely, accurate financial solutions and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Narre Warren, Australia
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Portmin Accounting & Finance is a small Accounting company in Narre Warren, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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ADACI is an Accounting company. Launched in 2009, their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Established in 1983, PSA - Professional Services Assoc. Is a small San Diego, California-based Accounting company. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oshkosh, WI
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Hoeft Accountants, LLC. Is a small Accounting company headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sheboygan, WI
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Begalke & Associates, LLC is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waukesha, WI
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Spruce CPA, S.C., an Accounting company, was established in 2001. They focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Racine, WI
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Small Accounting company Felle & Associates, S.C., is based in Racine, Wisconsin. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maryborough, Australia
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International Taxation Services is a small Maryborough, Australia-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bundoora, Australia
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Founded in 2007, Pahwa Accountants, a small Accounting company, is in Bundoora, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bundoora, Australia
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AJ Buckingham & Associates is an Accounting company launched in 2010. Headquartered in Bundoora, Australia, the team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camberwell, Australia
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Tax on Trak, a small Accounting company, is based in Camberwell, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rancho Santa Fe, CA
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Accounting company ASCEND Business Advisory was established in 1998. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mitcham, Australia
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Z & Co Accountants is a small Mitcham, Australia-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Campbell, CA
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Kostigen & Associates is an Accounting company. Launched in 1993, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakeville, MN
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Nuance Financial Tax and Accounting is a small Accounting company established in 2014. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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Established in 1985, Tahim & Associates is an Accounting company. The firm specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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Kevin M. Farley, CPA is a small Anaheim, California-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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Nordstrom Consulting Group, Inc. Is an Accounting company. The agency is in Anaheim, California. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rochester, MN
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Launched in 2014, MedCity Consulting is a small Accounting company based in Rochester, Minnesota. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eden Prairie, MN
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D.C. Schluter, Ltd. Is an Accounting company. They are located in Eden Prairie, Minnesota and have small team. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Broadmeadow, Australia
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Account Aspects, a small Accounting company, is based in Broadmeadow, Australia. The team focuses on Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kingsville, Australia
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Small Accounting company Ron Skeggs & Associates, is located in Kingsville, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Footscray, Australia
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Axle Edge Accounting Group is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Footscray, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Conyers, GA
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Butler-Davis Tax & Accounting, LLC, a small Accounting company, is located in Conyers, Georgia. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Douglasville, GA
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Headquartered in Douglasville, Georgia, Bottom Line Tax Services, LLC is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Rothschild & Associates is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Atlanta, Georgia and Dunwoody, Georgia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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KP Accounting & Tax Service LLC, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fullerton, CA
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Founded in 1991, Suzanne Linn, Certified Public Accountant is an Accounting company. The company provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairfield, Australia
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John Mollica & Associates is a small Fairfield, Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gainesville, GA
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ACT Financial Services, Inc. Is an Accounting company. The team is located in Gainesville, Georgia, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Blackburn, Australia
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Small Accounting company SGW Group, is based in Blackburn, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hinesville, GA
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Pedrick and Company, LLC is an Accounting company established in 1997. The agency focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kennesaw, GA
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Treasure Tax, LLC, an Accounting company, was founded in 2013. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Patrick & Buzarellos, Certified Public Accountants, LLP, an Accounting company, is in Sacramento, California. They offer Accounting and Business Consulting and were launched in 1989.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McDonough, GA
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Founded in 1988, Karen C. Drescher CPA PC is an Accounting company. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McDonough, GA
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Hargrave, Freeman & Leto, P.C. Is a small Accounting company founded in 2006. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Kantor Accountancy Corporation is an Accounting company. The small Los Angeles, California-based team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. The company was founded in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marietta, GA
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J&M Tax Advocates is a small Accounting company headquartered in Marietta, Georgia and Atlanta, Georgia. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Small Accounting company TL Accountancy - Sacramento, is in Sacramento, California. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Locus Business Partners is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Werribee, Australia. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlton North, Australia
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F Trotta & Co is an Accounting company. They were founded in 1998 and provide 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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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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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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$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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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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.