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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2025, expandCFO is an e-commerce development company. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hackensack, NJ
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Launched in 2024, Prosolve CPA is a small Accounting company located in Hackensack, New Jersey. Their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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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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GlobalAdminX is an IT strategy consulting company founded in 2016. Headquartered in Punjab, India, the team provides IT strategy consulting and Web Development.
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Privy In Equity is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They were founded in 2025, and their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Navika Enterprises, a Business Consulting company, was launched in 2021. In Delhi , India, the team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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STRATWISE GLOBAL LLP is a Business Consulting company. Their small team of employees is located in Udaipur, India. Their team provides Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Day CPA is a Business Consulting company. Located in Vancouver, Washington, the firm was established in 1995. Their services include Business Consulting and 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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Nxtstar Management Consultancy, a Business Consulting company, is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They focus on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9SUNNY ISL BCH, FL
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TYM Business Consulting is a Business Consulting company. Founded in 2019, their team focuses on Business Consulting and Commercial Financing.
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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 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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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Latch Bookkeeping is a Business Consulting company established in 2025. The small team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Jose, CA
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GMC Consulting Group, LLC is a San Jose, California-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. They specialize in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frisco, TX
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Founded in 2025, FAS Accounting is an Accounting company. The firm focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning, and is small.
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Located in Siddapur, India, Neevifin Consulting India is a small Back Office Outsourcing company. The team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Bridge, England
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Greystone Hyde Advisory Limited is a small Bridge, England-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Vora is an Accounting company. Launched in 2025, the firm is in Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Accounting and other IT consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Park Ridge, NJ
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Launched in 2025, Ledgify Advisory is a small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company in Park Ridge, New Jersey. Their team focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Founded in 2026, Quick Pro Advisor is a Commercial Financing company. The small team provides Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Small Financial Consulting company DeltaGlobex, is based in Boston, Massachusetts. The team focuses on Financial Consulting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Founded in 2025, Qaspro Global FZE is a small Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Tax Law company. Their services include Tax Law and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Tax Law company Aureus Advisory Partners offers Tax Law and Fractional CFO Services. They are in Helotes, Texas.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Fintera is a Fractional CFO Services company. Their small team is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico and offers Fractional CFO Services and Accounting. The firm was launched in 2025.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Stratalink, a Business Consulting company, offer Business Consulting and Digital Strategy. They were founded in 2025.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pasadena, CA
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9Dot Education Solutions is a midsize Pasadena, California-based HR Consulting company. The team provides HR Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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Located in Boca Raton, Florida, Soho Tech Services is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerJaipur, India
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Small Accounting company CA Vikash Saini, is headquartered in Jaipur, India. The team focuses on Accounting and Commercial Financing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Web design company Viet Access Partners Co., was established in 2025. Based in Hochiminh city, Vietnam, the team focuses on Web Design and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Kielce, Poland
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Voltex Invest , a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, was established in 2020. The small team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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See all 1 projectsNumbers In Boxes is a company offering bookkeeping and accounting services. However, all client feedback reflects negative experiences, with 100% of reviewers highlighting issues such as incompetence, poor management, and lack of accountability, including a significant financial mishap due to a phishing scheme. Avoiding this service is strongly recommended.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ciudad de México, Mexico
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I-MANT is an Accounting company. The Ciudad de México, Mexico-based company specializes in Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carnegie, PA
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Beynon & Co. Real Estate and Insurance is an Accounting company. They are in Carnegie, Pennsylvania and have small team. They focus on Accounting and Insurance Services & Brokers.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
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Small Accounting company Waleed Yousef Alzayyad, Certified Public Accountants, is based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBlue Springs, MO
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Accounting company Anissa Nelson CPA PC is located in Blue Springs, Missouri. Established in 2005, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJoplin, MO
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Davis CPA Group, LLC, an Accounting company, is located in Joplin, Missouri. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Lauderdale, FL
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Jeff Stern CPA, P.A., a small Accounting company, is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStockton, CA
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Michael P Lynch, CPA, Inc, an Accounting company, focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency is in Stockton, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittleton, CO
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Wimmer Accounting, LLC, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado. They offer Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAmarillo, TX
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SF Services is a small Accounting company in Amarillo, Texas. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVästerås, Sweden
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JP Ekonomiservice is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Västerås, Sweden. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSanta Clarita, CA
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Kari's Bookkeeping & Tax Service is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Santa Clarita, California. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRoseville, CA
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Grace Wagstaff Advisory is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Roseville, California. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerCape Town, South Africa
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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company Findlay Inc - Financial Services is located in Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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Gulf Breeze Business Solutions is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLincoln, NE
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Bravo Zulu Consulting LLC is an Accounting company. Established in 2024, the firm specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Tall Tax & Business is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning and were founded in 2025.
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Located in Bhopal, India, 9ANCE is an AI Agents company. Founded in 2025, the team specializes in AI Agents and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Shams is a Corporate Training & Coaching company founded in 2017. The firm specializes in Corporate Training & Coaching and Audio Production, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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My Legal Store is a Corporate Law company. Located in Warszawa, Poland, the company specializes in Corporate Law and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Mysuru, India
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Launched in 2014, Vlookup Business Solutions Pvt Ltd is an IT managed services company. The team focuses on IT managed services and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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See all 2 projectsAt Human Capital Outsourcing Limited, our journey began in 2017. We're not just an HR consultancy firm; we're your trusted strategic partners in realizing your vision. Over the years, our commitment
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Undisclosed$300+ / hr2 - 9Federal Way, WA
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See all 1 projectsAt MSB Accounting Solutions, we believe in building strong, collaborative relationships with our clients. We take the time to understand their unique needs, goals, and challenges, allowing us to
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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+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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32.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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+< $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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32.5/40.018.8/20 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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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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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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28.5/40.016.2/20 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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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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$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.