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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 35 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit services. Across numerous reviews, clients commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver timely and accurate services. Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and problem-solving skills, while around 85% mention their ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, contributing to substantial financial savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 12 projectsCoCountant is a proficient accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax preparation. Across all reviews, clients commend their responsiveness and high-quality service, with 100% of reviewers noting timely deliverables and their ability to adapt to client needs. Key strengths include their comprehensive bookkeeping services and audit-ready financial statement preparation, while an area for improvement is more proactive data visualization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSolna, Sweden
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Accounting makes me happy AB, an Accounting company, is located in Solna, Sweden. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSouthampton, England
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Business Accounting & Tax Ltd is a small Accounting company headquartered in Southampton, England. Their services include Accounting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Mumbai, India
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Accounting and Business Consulting company Transaction Square LLP was established in 2018. The company provides Accounting and Business Consulting, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerElgin, IL
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Phillip Baumann, CPA is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hyderabad, India
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M. Bhaskara Rao & Co. Is a Hyderabad, India-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRomsey, England
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Lollipop Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is located in Romsey, England. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChandler's Ford, England
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Mant & Co Accountants Ltd is a small Accounting company launched in 2016. Their services include Accounting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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Foo Kon Tan is a midsize Accounting company. Established in 1968, the team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBerkeley, CA
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Launched in 2003, Berkeley Tax Service is an Accounting company. The agency offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is a professional accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial advisory, and business structuring for tax savings. The overall feedback from their reviews is highly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their accurate deliverables, effective communication, and substantial tax savings, resulting in financial benefits like $15,000 in tax savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NHServices provided
See all 22 projectsAppletree Business Services is a comprehensive accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, payroll, and financial analysis. Across all reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism and responsiveness, with particular emphasis on the cohesive team dynamic and personalized financial advisory. Many clients also appreciate their ability to handle transitions smoothly, ensuring financial clarity and efficiency.
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EJ Accounts Ltd is an Accounting company established in 2017. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Praha 8, Czech Republic
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RSM Czech Republic is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting and are headquartered in Praha 8, Czech Republic.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newport News, VA
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Midsize Accounting and Business Consulting company Patten, Wornom, Hatten & Diamonstein, is based in Newport News, Virginia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHelsingborg, Sweden
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M Redovisning is a small Accounting company headquartered in Helsingborg, Sweden. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHelsingborg, Sweden
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Redovisningskonsult Linus Olsson is a small Helsingborg, Sweden-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerElk Grove, CA
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Accounting company Pam's Financial Solutions was founded in 2013. Headquartered in Elk Grove, California, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerÖrebro, Sweden
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Subber Accounting is a small Accounting company based in Örebro, Sweden. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittle Chute, WI
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Established in 2003, Brian Olson Tax & Accounting is an Accounting company. The small team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMenasha, WI
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Established in 2004, David J Magruder, CPA is an Accounting company. The small team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249AAE, Argentina
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Auren Argentina is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their midsize team is located in AAE, Argentina and focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. The firm was founded in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEllicott City, MD
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Small Accounting company David A. Stein, CPA, P.A., is in Ellicott City, Maryland. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBremen, Germany
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Michael Tautz is a small Accounting company headquartered in Bremen, Germany. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGdańsk, Poland
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ProKlient Accounting Office is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Gdańsk, Poland and have small team. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStenungsund, Sweden
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Guttman & Partners AB is an Accounting company. Based in Stenungsund, Sweden, their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Henderson Group Unlimited, Inc is an Accounting company. They are based in Atlanta, Georgia, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Lauderdale, FL
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Corinne S. Slemenda, CPA, PA is an Accounting company established in 2018. The company focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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ADAM Human Capital Management, an Accounting company, was launched in 1983. In Ciudad de México, Mexico and Dallas, Texas, the team offers Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Payroll Worldwide is an Accounting company. The London, England-based agency was launched in 2006. Their team provides Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10,000+Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Mexico
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Headquartered in Heroica Puebla de Zaragoza, Mexico and Chihuahua, Mexico, Kelly Services México is a Recruiting company. They provide Recruiting and HR Outsourcing and were established in 1946.
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Wayfare Accounting is an Accounting company established in 2018. The team provides Accounting and is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wexford, PA
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Established in 1995, Global Tax Management is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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Guberman Group is an Accounting company launched in 1997. Their team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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Established in 2013, Capital Talent Partners is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company Acuity Consulting, Inc. Was founded in 2002. Based in Alexandria, Virginia, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhoenix, AZ
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Priorities First, Inc. Is an Accounting company established in 2006. The team focuses on Accounting and is located in Phoenix, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Simpson & Simpson, LLP is an Accounting company headquartered in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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Cybersecurity and Accounting company FedSync Bei LLC is based in Alexandria, Virginia. Their services include Cybersecurity and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChelmsford, MA
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Rhema Financial Services, an Accounting company, was established in 2019. They focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMiami, FL
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The Craft Accountant is an Accounting company. They are in Miami, Florida and have small team. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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Business Consulting and Accounting company Castro & Company LLC provides Business Consulting and Accounting. They are in Alexandria, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cairo, Egypt
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Midsize Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company HLB Egypt, is in Cairo, Egypt. The team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Xpedite LLC, an Accounting company, offer Accounting and Call Center Services. They were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Helsinki, Finland
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Azets Finland, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, was launched in 2016. Based in Helsinki, Finland, the team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pleasant Prairie, WI
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Specialized Accounting Services, LLC is a midsize Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company. Launched in 2008, the team focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Farmington, CT
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Located in Farmington, Connecticut, Moses Tax Group, PC is an Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company. They provide Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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Nexia DK is an Accounting company. Their midsize team is in L'viv, Ukraine and Kyiv, Ukraine and specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency was founded in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Flanagan | Bilton LLC is an Accounting and Tax Law company. They specialize in Accounting and Tax Law and were founded in 1967.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bellevue, WA
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CFO Selections is an Accounting company. The midsize Bellevue, Washington-based team provides Accounting and Financial Consulting. The firm was launched in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pasadena, CA
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Headquartered in Pasadena, California, KBKG is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249أبو ظبي, United Arab Emirates
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Founded in 2019, RAI is an Accounting company. The firm specializes in Accounting and Financial Consulting, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Clever Corp Business Advisors, an Accounting company, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Launched in 2000, the team provides Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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32.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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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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28/40.013.6/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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27.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 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.