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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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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Indian Taxation and Accounts Consultancy is a Tax Law company. Established in 2007, the team offers Tax Law and Accounting. The agency is in New Delhi, India and New Delhi, India.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Winchester, MA
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Acelumin, a small Business Consulting company, is located in Winchester, Massachusetts. Their services include Business Consulting and 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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TruAnalyst Solutions LLP is a Tax Law company. They are based in Irving, Texas and have small team. They specialize in Tax Law and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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YUGA Accounting & Tax Consultancy, an ERP consulting and SI company, is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Established in 2013, the team focuses on ERP consulting and SI and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Launched in 2003, sonnecastle and company is a Business Consulting company. The small team focuses on Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Treviso, Italy
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Established in 2014, STUDIO FRISACCO is a Tax Law company. The team specializes in Tax Law and Accounting and is headquartered in Treviso, Italy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Taguig, Philippines
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Established in 2021, Manila Consultants, a small Business Consulting company, is located in Taguig, Philippines. 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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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Suitewise is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Logo and are in Pune, India.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Fort Washington, PA
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GLI Truck Dispatch Services Inc, a Trucking company, is located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Their services include Trucking and Back Office Outsourcing.
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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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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Conyers, GA
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Business Consulting company KTS Tax Financial Services, LLC is located in Conyers, Georgia. Founded in 2005, the team provides Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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Established in 2017, C Advisory is a Tax Law company. Based in Singapore, Singapore, the team offers Tax Law and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Airdrie, Canada
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Accounting company NSI Financial and Accounting Services is in Airdrie, Canada and Bellevue, Washington. Launched in 2010, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Finserv HQ is a Direct Marketing company established in 2022. Their team specializes in Direct Marketing and Logo.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Doha, Qatar
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AccPro Plus is a public relations firm. They are headquartered in Doha, Qatar and have small team of experts. Their services include Public Relations and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Uniondale, NY
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Joy the Bookkeeper is an Accounting company. Launched in 2019, the agency is headquartered in Uniondale, New York. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Hanover Park, IL
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Burke Financial Services is an Accounting company. The company is based in Hanover Park, Illinois and Bartlett, Illinois. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Penrith, Australia
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I-accountant is a Direct Marketing company. Located in Penrith, Australia, the team specializes in Direct Marketing and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Conversion Optimization company India Info Solutions provides Conversion Optimization and BI & big data consulting & SI. They are located in Bengaluru, India.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Kuvera Consulting is a small Market Research company established in 2024. Their services include Market Research and Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thane, India
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Accounting company Wealthsane was founded in 2017. The firm provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning, and is small.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Weston, FL
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Accountit, CPA is an Accounting company. Established in 2004, the team focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Boerne, TX
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Established in 2016, FlowWyze LLC is a Conversion Optimization company. The company focuses on Conversion Optimization and Architectural Design, and is small.
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XLN ACCOUNTANTS is an Accounting company. The agency is in. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Established in 2012, My Global Si is a small Accounting company located in Ljubljana, Slovenia and Ljubljana, Slovenia. Their team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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PayLess Accountants is a Commercial Financing company established in 2018. The small team focuses on Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2020, Vascad Marketing is a small Advertising company in. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Treviso, Italy
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STUDIO FRISACCO - LPA AND AUDIT is a Treviso, Italy-based Accounting company. Founded in 2006, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Ripcord Digital Marketing is a small branding firm launched in 2020. Their team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murthal, India
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Headquartered in Murthal, India, Legal Darbar is a Business Consulting company. Founded in 2023, the team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9
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In London, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Aston VIP is a Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Compliance Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Conversion Optimization company Joyce Parking is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia. Established in 2010, the team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Logo.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Anny.Biz is a Business Consulting company. They were founded in 2015 and focus on Business Consulting and Commercial Financing.
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PipInfuse is a Business Consulting company. Their small team is based in London, England and focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting. The firm was established in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Golden Growth Fund is a Commercial Financing company established in 2023. The team focuses on Commercial Financing and Accounting and is headquartered in Delhi, India and New Delhi, India.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Mananwala, Pakistan
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Mojo Socializer is a branding agency. The Mananwala, Pakistan-based firm was launched in 2022. Their team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Launched in 2008, BE-CONSULTING SA is a Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Raj and Associates CPA PC is a Tax Law company. Their small team is in Fairfax, Virginia and specializes in Tax Law and Accounting. The agency was founded in 2022.
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In Norfolk, Virginia, Office Heroes is a Cybersecurity company. They specialize in Cybersecurity and IT managed services and were established in 2025.
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Small Business Consulting company Mikunda Cottrell Accounting & Consulting, Inc (MCAC), is located in Anchorage, Alaska. Their services include Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Cranleigh, England
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Wooding Geospatial Solutions Ltd. Is a Cranleigh, England-based social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Architectural Design and were founded in 2008.
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Founded in 2023, Concept Accounting & Advisory Professional Corporation is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The team focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and
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Established in 2017, Dimitri Accounting is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The small team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Branding company Juriszone is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Branding and Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Groie is a branding firm. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, the team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Strategic Management & Logistics, LLC is a social media marketing firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Stafford, Virginia. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and
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Aaron Chhetri CPA LLC is a Commercial Financing company. Founded in 2018, the team focuses on Commercial Financing and Accounting. The company is in Euless, Texas.
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Precision Outsource is a call center company. The team offers Call Center Services and Accounting, and the agency is in Jacksonville, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Noida, India
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Located in Noida, India, WealthBeats Finserv is a Commercial Financing company. Launched in 2024, the team provides Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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Caspian Accounting & Bookkeeping, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, provide Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting. They were founded in 2024.
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Michel Sindaha & Co. Is an Accounting company. Founded in 1974, the company offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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$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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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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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$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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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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.