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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 distinguished accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and business auditing. With a high client satisfaction rate, approximately 90% of reviews highlight their problem-solving capabilities, responsiveness, and thorough approach. Clients commend their cost-effective services and ability to meet deadlines, although some note room for improvement in communication efficiency.
Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsIndinero is a comprehensive accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and fractional CFO services. Reviews indicate high satisfaction, emphasizing their responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to simplify complex financial tasks. A significant 100% of reviewers praise their project management skills, communication, and the tangible financial insights provided, with no notable areas for improvement identified.
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$250,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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CA Arihant lodha (SAKG & Associates) is an Accounting company. The Mumbai, India-based agency focuses on Accounting.
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ILM Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and were established in 2018. The firm is headquartered in Delhi, India.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Services provided
See all 3 projectsWatter 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 by the
Read more$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, CanadaServices provided
See all 10 projectsZenbooks is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praise their responsiveness and knowledge in managing financial tasks, and many highlight their excellent project management and alignment with clients' needs. Clients also appreciate Zenbooks' timeliness, professionalism, and value for cost.
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hainesport, NJServices provided
See all 2 projectsWasserman Accounting CPA is an accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions such as bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The reviews highlight their consistent, reliable service delivery and clear communication, with 100% of reviewers emphasizing timely compliance with statutory deadlines and effective project management. Clients appreciate their focus on providing actionable financial insights and proactive tax planning.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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MN Edge is a Mississauga, Canada-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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Veridant CPA Services, PLLC is a small Accounting company headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Whitby, Canada
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Established in 2021, EK CPA Professional Accountants is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Anaheim, CA
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MortgageAccountants.com, a small Accounting company, is in Anaheim, California. The team offers Accounting.
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Accounting company MyTaxLead Accountants was founded in 2019. The midsize team offers Accounting.
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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.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Epping, Australia
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RPS Accountants & Business Advisors is an Accounting company based in Epping, Australia. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton, Canada
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Avria Designed Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. Established in 2013, their team focuses on Accounting.
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Accounting company BookJobs was founded in 2026. The team provides Accounting and is located in Singapore, Singapore.
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AU Corporate is an Accounting company. In New Delhi, India, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Hinjavadi, India
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Global Accounts Partner, an Accounting and Insurance Services & Brokers company, is in Hinjavadi, India. They focus on Accounting and Insurance Services & Brokers and were launched in 2026.
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Vircorh is a Kurunegala, Sri Lanka-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Midvale, UT
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Your Accounting Service is an Accounting company. The company is in Midvale, Utah. Their services include Accounting.
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Scounge.au is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and were launched in 2026. The agency is headquartered in sydney, Australia and Brisbane, Australia.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Peshawar, Pakistan
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EComAccountax is an Accounting company. The Peshawar, Pakistan-based team focuses on Accounting.
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Senvora is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and are located in Surat, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plano, TX
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HavenStone Advisory, an Accounting company, is based in Plano, Texas. They provide Accounting and were established in 2025.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Pantelly is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is based in London, England. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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Rescue My Books is a small Accounting company launched in 2020. Their services include Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Bath, England
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Established in 2026, Right Tax Returns is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kelowna, Canada
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Accounting company Murtagh & Co. Financial Services is headquartered in Kelowna, Canada. They focus on Accounting.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Mill Valley, CA
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Midsize Accounting company XACT.Inc, is in Mill Valley, California. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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McPhee Accounting Services is a Clearwater, Florida-based Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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At Par, a small Accounting company, is located in Lahore, Pakistan. The team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Founded in 2026, Steady Tax & Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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Shahnawaz And Associates is a small Accounting company based in Mumbai, India. The team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2025, ODV Services is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Budapest, Hungary
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MGI-BPO is an Accounting company. Founded in 2001, the company provides Accounting and HR Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Norwood, Australia
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Based in Norwood, Australia, Stream Bookkeeping and HR is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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TaxAce LTD is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and were launched in 2006.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ghaziabad, India
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ECloudacc Support Services, an Accounting company, is based in Ghaziabad, India. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Skopje, North Macedonia
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See all 2 projectsAccounting office specialized for all type of businesses with more than 26 years of experience and 350 companies in client portfolio. Aleksandar-AK offers consulting services which will give
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See all 1 projectsADD-ON Taxation & Accounting is a leading tax consultancy and business setup firm based in Dubai, UAE. We specialize in delivering comprehensive financial, accounting, and tax solutions tailored
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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A Simple Office Solution, Inc. Is a small San Francisco, California-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Burke, VA
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My Accounts world, an Accounting company, was founded in 2018. The small team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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The Controller - Outsourced Accounting Services UAE is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Accrels Outsourcing Services is an Accounting company founded in 2019. The small team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ciudad Obregón, Mexico
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Accounting company Carbajal Urrutia y Asociados focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. They are based in Ciudad Obregón, Mexico.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Fry Trowbridge & Associates CPA's PC is a small Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sri Ganganagar, India
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Taxcare is a small Accounting company located in Sri Ganganagar, India and Sri Ganganagar, India. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Young & Right Accountant and Tax Consultancy LLC is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chennai, India
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Founded in 2013, Zbeservices is an Accounting company. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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Headquartered in New Delhi, India and Gurugram, India, Mehra Goel & Co is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$100,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Southampton, England
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Power Accountax is a small Accounting company. Founded in 2000, the team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Burlington, Canada
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Launched in 1940, DURWARD JONES BARKWELL & COMPANY LLP is an Accounting company. The midsize team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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See all 6 projectsLedger Labs, Inc. offers a range of accounting services including bookkeeping, financial reporting, and financial analysis. Reviews highlight their expertise, particularly in Netsuite ERP, and their capacity to significantly improve operational efficiency and decision-making processes. Clients commend their excellent communication, timely delivery, and collaborative approach.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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Sandhurst Consultancy Pte Ltd is an Accounting company. The Singapore, Singapore-based company was founded in 2009. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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Established in 2011, Northstar Financial Consulting Group is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Campsie, Australia
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Accurate Business & Accounting Services is a small Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were launched in 2002.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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31.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 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+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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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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30.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.3/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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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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$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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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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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 - 249New York, NY
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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
40% Accounting60% 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.