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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 28 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, audit services, financial reporting, and business auditing. The reviews indicate a strong reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and tailored solutions, with 100% of feedback being positive. Clients frequently praise the firm's attention to detail and ability to exceed expectations, with notable mentions of efficient tax filing and proactive financial advisory.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 10 projectsCoCountant is an accounting services company offering expertise in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and tax filing, with a strong focus on providing tailored solutions. The reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, praising CoCountant’s responsiveness, reliability, and controller-level oversight. Approximately 50% of the reviews highlighted their ability to streamline processes and improve financial visibility through accurate, audit-ready reporting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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Founded in 2018, iRapidO Global is a midsize IT managed services company headquartered in Faridabad, India. Their team focuses on IT managed services and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999
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Based in Beaumont, Texas, Accredited Billing and Consulting is a Commercial Financing company. Their services include Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 18 projectsindinero is an accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and CFO support. Based on the reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with their responsiveness and professionalism, with frequent mentions of their effective communication and tailored financial solutions. Clients commend indinero for streamlining processes and delivering timely results, with 0% reporting any need for significant improvement.
$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TXServices provided
See all 10 projectsPacific Accounting & Business Services specializes in comprehensive accounting services, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial analysis. They are highly regarded, with 100% of reviews highlighting their timely delivery and excellent communication. Clients commend their efficiency and high-level attention to detail, with 83% noting their good value for cost and adaptability to client needs.
$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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Siya Infotech Solution Pvt. Ltd. Is a mobile app development company. They are in Ahmedabad, India and Chattanooga, Tennessee, and their services include Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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Credit Cooperative Society Software is a custom software development company. The Kolkata, India-based company was launched in 2008. Their services include Custom Software Development and
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Gwann, Malta
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Konnekt is an Accounting company. Their midsize team is headquartered in San Gwann, Malta and offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO). The firm was founded in 2007.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Bolingbrook, IL
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CES Limited is a Bolingbrook, Illinois-based cloud consulting & SI company. The team offers cloud consulting & SI and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Burwood, Australia
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ITP is a Tax Law company. They are based in Burwood, Australia, and their services include Tax Law and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 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.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamServices provided
See all 5 projectsInnovature Consulting Company Limited offers services in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, and outbound calling. Reviews highlight their responsiveness, adaptability, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to manage accounting tasks and meet deadlines, noting a good cultural fit and budget-friendly pricing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Singapore, Singapore
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CXC Global, an Accounting company, was established in 1992. The firm offers Accounting and HR Consulting, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Lancaster, PA
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RKL LLP is a midsize Accounting company in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and York, Pennsylvania. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mumbai, India
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Nangia & Co LLP is an Accounting company. They were launched in 1984, and their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Mumbai, India
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K. S. Aiyar & Co. Is an Accounting company. Their midsize team is headquartered in Mumbai, India. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2018, Tangent Consulting is a small Mississauga, Canada-based Financial Advising & Planning company. Their team specializes in Financial Advising & Planning and Accounting.
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K. K. Outsourcing Pvt. Ltd. Is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Founded in 2016, their team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Stratedge TaxAcc is a small Accounting company established in 2024. Their team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
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Vietsourcing HR is a HR Consulting company. They are located in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam and Hanoi, Vietnam, and their services include HR Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Taguig, Philippines
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Midsize Accounting company Piccopay, is located in Taguig, Philippines. Their services include Accounting and Cybersecurity.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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Corporate FinEdge pte ltd is a Singapore, Singapore-based Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Business Consulting.
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MetaPay is a software development company. The midsize Seoul, South Korea-based team specializes in Custom Software Development and Accounting. The company was founded in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNewcastle upon Tyne, England
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Accounting company Friendly Assist Accountancy Ltd was established in 2024. The team focuses on Accounting and Tax Law.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Madrid, Spain
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ETFmatic is a Financial Advising & Planning company. Headquartered in Ixelles, Belgium and Madrid, Spain, their team offers Financial Advising & Planning and Commercial Financing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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Mohit Grover is a Commercial Financing company. They are headquartered in Mississauga, Canada and have small team of experts. Their services include Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Small Business Consulting company Olmec Consulting, is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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See all 1 projectsHCA Consulting Group offers services such as bookkeeping and financial reporting, effectively coordinating transactions and delivering statements for CPA use. Reviews highlight their strong communication, timely delivery, and ability to address client needs, with suggestions for client education enhancements noted as a potential area for improvement. Overall, HCA Consulting Group is praised for its responsiveness and professionalism.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Patron Accounting LLP, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is in Pune, India. They offer Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting and were established in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Clayton Services, a Staffing company, was launched in 1984. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clark Freeport Zone Clark Field, Philippines
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Profitmaster BPO, Inc. Is a Clark Freeport Zone Clark Field, Philippines-based HR Consulting company. They focus on HR Consulting and Accounting.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Connect HR | Cloud HR & Payroll Software in Dubai, UAE is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based HR Outsourcing company. They focus on HR Outsourcing and Accounting and were launched in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hicksville, NY
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CPA Clinics is a Business Consulting company. The Hicksville, New York-based firm was founded in 2017. Their team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Greenville, SC
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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company Still Water Financial Operations is located in Greenville, South Carolina. The team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Nagpur, India
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Established in 2023, Shreya Infotech Services is an Accounting company. The small team specializes in Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Small Accounting company Arabian Capital Consultants, is in Sharjah Publishing City Free Zone, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MD
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Launched in 1987, Bowman & Company CPA, PC is a small Columbia, Maryland-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Their team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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Kordis is a Fractional CFO Services company. The Hoboken, New Jersey-based company was founded in 2022. Their team focuses on Fractional CFO Services and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, SimplySolved HRM & Payroll Solutions is a small HR Consulting company. Their services include HR Consulting and HR Outsourcing.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Praha 10, Czech Republic
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Based in Praha 10, Czech Republic, SiteOne, s.r.o. Is a midsize website development company. The team focuses on Web Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tomball, TX
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SNT Associates CPAs LLC, an Accounting company, was launched in 2015. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting and is headquartered in Tomball, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kirribilli, Australia
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Kreston Stanley Williamson is an Accounting company launched in 1969. The agency offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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SIGMA ACCOUNTING AND BOOK KEEPING is an Accounting company. Launched in 2010, the agency offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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Bright Advis is a small Accounting company founded in 2022. Their team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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Rede Overseas Consultant is a chandigarh, India-based Other Design company. Launched in 2010, the team offers Other Design and Accounting.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249City of London, England
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Croco IT, a Digital Strategy company, is in City of London, England. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Web Design and were launched in 2016.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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Based in Delhi, India and Delhi, India, Compliance Calendar LLP is a Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntley, IL
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U-Nique Accounting is an Accounting company. Established in 2021, their team specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Bestax Chartered Accountants, a Business Consulting company, is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team provides Business Consulting and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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Apero Solutions Inc. ERP • WMS is a custom software development firm. In Edmonton, Canada, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and Accounting.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Winter Park, FL
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Nperspective CFO & Strategic Services is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Founded in 2005, the firm provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Horsham, PA
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Small Accounting company The Sharp Financial Group, is in Horsham, Pennsylvania and New York, New York. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Accurate Accounting Solutions is an ERP consulting and SI company. Their small team of employees is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Their team provides ERP consulting and SI and Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Occoquan Historic District, VA
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One Degree Financial is a Business Consulting company launched in 2008. The company offers Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Chagrin Falls, OH
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Universal Tax Professionals, a Tax Law company, was founded in 2013. The company specializes in Tax Law and Accounting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Juan, Puerto Rico
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35.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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33.1/40.019/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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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+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 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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30.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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38/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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28.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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28.7/40.016.4/20 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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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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28.1/40.013.8/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Vilnius, Lithuania
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31.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Accounting50% 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.