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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 33 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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Cable Beach Accountants is a small Accounting company in Djugun, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Doubleview, Australia
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Muntz Partners is an Accounting company. The firm is in Doubleview, Australia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsindinero is a comprehensive accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and fractional CFO support. Reviews consistently highlight their effective communication, responsiveness, and ability to streamline financial processes, with 100% of clients expressing satisfaction with their services. Clients appreciate their expertise in handling complex accounting needs across various industries, notably simplifying financial management 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 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Perth, Australia
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Napoli Chartered Accountants is an Accounting company. They are in Perth, Australia and have small team. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Osborne Park, Australia
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Freedom Accounting is an Accounting company based in Osborne Park, Australia. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Pleasant, Australia
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GFA Business is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Mount Pleasant, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camden Park, Australia
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Based in Camden Park, Australia, Being Accountable is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morley, Australia
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In Morley, Australia, MTBooks is a small 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Vicken J. Festekjian, CPA is an Accounting company in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Burbank Tax Services is an Accounting company. Their team is based in Long Beach, California. The company offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Westlake Village, CA
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Garry A. Jones & Associates is a small Accounting company founded in 1990. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Chatsworth CPA, an Accounting company, offers Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency is based in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmont, Australia
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One Financial is an Accounting company. They are in Belmont, Australia and have small team. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bedford, NH
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Headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire, J. Edward Meyer, CPA, LLC is a small Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Calabasas, CA
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Whitfield & Company, P.C. Is an Accounting company. Located in Calabasas, California, the company was launched in 2010. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bunbury, Australia
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In Bunbury, Australia, Bookkeepers Bunbury is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Accounting company Sanders & Karcher is based in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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Shahbaz Southern & Co PA is a small Greensboro, North Carolina-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Olympia Kendall and Company is an Accounting company. They are in Greensboro, North Carolina and have small team. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Perth, Australia
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Astrum Consultants is an Accounting company. The Perth, Australia-based agency was launched in 2016. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kalamunda, Australia
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Small Accounting company Bas's & Balances Bookkeeping Services, is located in Kalamunda, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Padbury, Australia
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LookupBooks is an Accounting company. Their team is located in Padbury, Australia. The agency offers Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Laguna Beach, CA
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Scott Holt, CPA is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting and is in Laguna Beach, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plaistow, NH
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Based in Plaistow, New Hampshire, Stratton's Payroll and Tax Services, LLC is a small Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Keene, NY
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Anderson & Gilbert, Inc. Is an Accounting company located in Keene, New York. Founded in 1984, the team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newport Beach, CA
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Riordan & Associates, CPAs is an Accounting company. The Newport Beach, California-based firm was launched in 2008. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mandurah, Australia
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Accounting company Virtual Office Management Australia was launched in 2011. The team provides Accounting and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Mateo, CA
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Mok Accountancy Corporation is a small Accounting company launched in 1991. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Floreat, Australia
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Headquartered in Floreat, Australia, GROBUSINESS is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gardena, CA
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GoPro Financial is a small Gardena, California-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Tax Professionals is an Accounting company. They were founded in 1994, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fall River, MA
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Founded in 1937, Kane and Kane, Inc is a small Fall River, Massachusetts-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fall River, MA
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Established in 2011, CSEP Innovation Consulting & Management Inc. Is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carson, CA
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Chukwuka A. Chidi CPA Inc., an Accounting company, was established in 2010. Located in Carson, California, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kelmscott, Australia
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Creagh Barker Associates is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Kelmscott, Australia and have small team. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glenorchy, Australia
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Small Accounting company The Tax Counter, is located in Glenorchy, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Mateo, CA
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Based in San Mateo, California, William Hefter is an Accounting company. Founded in 1975, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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CFO ACCOUNTING is a small Hobart, Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bakewell, Australia
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Small Accounting company AA BUSINESS SERVICES, is in Bakewell, Australia. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Farmington Hills, MI
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Founded in 2017, Ayar CPA is an Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmont, CA
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The Bean Counter, CPA is a Belmont, California-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redland Bay, Australia
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Books & Business Assist is a small Redland Bay, Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Plumb & Associates LLC is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Spokane, Washington, the team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vasse, Australia
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Vasse Tax and Accounting Services is an Accounting company. They are based in Vasse, Australia and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane Valley, WA
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Cone and Company, PC is a small Spokane Valley, Washington-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mandurah, Australia
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Located in Mandurah, Australia, WealthVisory is a small Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Subiaco, Australia
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Located in Subiaco, Australia and Derby, Australia, STIELOW & ASSOCIATES is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Established in 2018, Northern Coastal Bookkeeping Service is an Accounting company. The company specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Farmington Hills, MI
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Rabah Accounting and Tax Services, Inc. Is an Accounting company. They were founded in 1984 and specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burlingame, CA
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Established in 1995, Amin Dean, CPA is a small Burlingame, California-based Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Launched in 2017, IpsaOptio is an Accounting company. Located in Spokane, Washington, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$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+$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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30.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 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+$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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$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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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$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.