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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Established in 2026, Khizr UAE is an Accounting company. Their team specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Bennett Chase Tax I Accounting is an Accounting company founded in 2015. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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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 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Taxefide is an Accounting company. Their team is based in Karachi, Pakistan and West Covina, California and offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Founded in 2022, Magnolia Associates is a small Indianapolis, Indiana-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Capital Plus Auditing of Accounts is an Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company founded in 2021. The company specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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P. H. Mehendale & Co. Is an Accounting company. Established in 1976, the firm is headquartered in Pune, India. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Milpitas, CA
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Sagent Management is a Milpitas, California-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and 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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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Albuquerque, NM
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Launched in 2019, AcculinkCpa is an Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Novi, MI
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ShindelRock is an Accounting company. In Novi, Michigan and Detroit, Michigan, the firm specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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Shreshtha Business Solutions, an Accounting company, was launched in 2015. The agency focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Durant, OK
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Exodus HR Group is an Accounting company. In Durant, Oklahoma and Brentwood, Tennessee, their small team focuses on Accounting and HR Consulting. The firm was established in 2011.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boise, ID
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Idaho Tax & Bookkeeping Services is an Accounting company. Their team is headquartered in Boise, Idaho. The company specializes in Accounting and Commercial Financing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Vancouver, Canada
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Enkel Backoffice Solutions is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. Launched in 2016, the firm focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNew York, NY
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C York CPA is an Accounting company established in 1987. The team focuses on Accounting and is located in New York, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Nottingham, England
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Bridgewood is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. The Nottingham, England-based firm was founded in 2010. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Pooley Accounting Services is an Accounting company located in St. Louis, Missouri. Their services include Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York , NY
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Midsize Accounting company Wei, Wei & Co., LLP, is headquartered in New York , New York. The team specializes in Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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CryptoBiz Exchange is an Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company launched in 2019. The midsize team specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tomball, TX
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Smart Accountants - a springline company is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO), and the agency is located in Tomball, Texas.
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Global Accountancy Services is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. Founded in 2006, the team focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Hughes Springs, TX
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Payroll Services is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company founded in 2015. The midsize team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Las Vegas, NV
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Workspend Inc., an Accounting company, is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. They specialize in Accounting and Staffing and were founded in 2012.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Palmdale, CA
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Founded in 2016, QuickBooks File Doctor is an Accounting company. Located in Palmdale, California, the team specializes in Accounting and Commercial Financing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Chirnside Park, Australia
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Headquartered in Chirnside Park, Australia, The Field Group is a Commercial Financing and Accounting company. The team specializes in Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Knoxville, TN
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RemoteBooksOnline LLC is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. The Knoxville, Tennessee-based company specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Staffing company Strategic Outsourcing Limited is based in Lagos, Nigeria. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249
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Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning company Faber LLP is headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. Founded in 2000, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999East Wenatchee, WA
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BizBooksAdvice, a midsize Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is located in East Wenatchee, Washington. The team focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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See all 1 projectsThe Bookkeeping Company offers finance management and tax services. Clients consistently praise their professionalism, efficiency, and the ease of working with their team. The company has been commended for helping businesses maintain organized finances and supporting their growth and development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greensboro, NC
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See all 1 projectsWe are a full-service Accounting firm licensed in NC. We offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals. We are affordable, experienced, and friendly.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Schroeder Consulting Services, LLC is an Accounting company established in 2017. The agency specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murray, UT
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Ferrone & Associates CPAs is a small Accounting company headquartered in Murray, Utah. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Abacus Bookkeeping, LLC is an Accounting company. The Clermont, Florida-based team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jesup, GA
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Kimberly Anderson Rozier, CPA, PC, an Accounting company, was launched in 2005. Based in Jesup, Georgia, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Based in Toronto, Canada, ZHS Chartered Accountants is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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MY Partners LLP is a small Accounting company in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Emerson, Canada
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Small Accounting company Border Bookkeeping, is based in Emerson, Canada. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Michael J. Borenstein, CPA is an Accounting company. They were founded in 1989, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Castellon Professional Services is an Accounting company. Established in 2000, the company specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Maanu Venture is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Karachi, Pakistan. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Bean Counters Erin Hills is an Accounting company. Located in Erin, Canada, their small team provides Accounting and IT strategy consulting. The agency was founded in 2022.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2022, Thorn and Associates LLC is a small Accounting company. Their team specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Columbus, OH
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USA TAX AND ACCOUNTING SERVICES is a Columbus, Ohio-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Libertyville, IL
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KFN Accounting & Financial LLC is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and Libertyville, Illinois. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Buzón E is an IT managed services company. Their midsize team of employees is located in Ciudad de México, Mexico. Their team offers IT managed services and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Lawson Delaney, an Accounting and HR Consulting company, is located in Melbourne, Australia. Established in 2012, the team provides Accounting and HR Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Launched in 2017, Al Wahda Group is a midsize Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Their team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Westmount, Canada
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Accounting company Griffin Business Solutions is located in Westmount, Canada. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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Launched in 2009, LAB Accounting is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Boston, MA
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Accounting company Stipenda Inc was launched in 2013. The agency offers Accounting and Employer of Record (EOR) Services.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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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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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 - $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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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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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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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
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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.