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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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Quarec Resources Pvt. Ltd. Is an IT staff augmentation company. The Ahmedabad, India-based firm specializes in IT staff augmentation and Accounting.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49
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Intelligent Visibility is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their team is located in Raleigh, North Carolina and offers Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Underwood, Australia
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Medi Success is an Underwood, Australia-based Business Consulting company. The team provides Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Located in Diss, England and London, England, Ratiobox is a small Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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SP-CORPORATE SZERMACH & PILCH is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company located in Wrocław, Poland. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Commercial Financing.
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Headquartered in Tequesta, Florida, AllianceHR is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Insurance Services & Brokers.
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Custom software development company OP CBS - Software de Comercio Exterior was established in 1994. The agency specializes in Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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KHCPA is a Commercial Financing company established in 2019. The firm offers Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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Headquartered in noida, India, SKMC Global is a Business Consulting company. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Jodhpur, India
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Launched in 2020, Affiliazion, a small social media marketing agency, is in Jodhpur, India. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Back Office Outsourcing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Almaty, Kazakhstan
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MA Consulting is a Business Consulting company. Their small team of employees is located in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rendlagadda, India
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Located in Rendlagadda, India, Simply Biz is a small Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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CapitalMed Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The agency is headquartered in Sugar Land, Texas. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Business Consulting.
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VCH & ASSOCIATES LLP is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company founded in 2017. The company focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting, and is small.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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The Total CFO, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, was launched in 2018. They offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Located in Montréal, Canada, Global Assist INC. Is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Commercial Financing and were launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Yerevan, Armenia
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Profin LLC, an Accounting company, is located in Yerevan, Armenia. The team specializes in Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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Based in Union City, New Jersey, Delegate First is a Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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SW3 SOLUTIONS PVT. LTD. Is a small Accounting company based in Lahore, Pakistan. The team offers Accounting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249HongKong, Hong Kong
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Links International is a HR Outsourcing company. They were founded in 1999, and their services include HR Outsourcing and PEO/Employee Leasing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dublin 1, Ireland
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Launched in 2019, Osservi | Payroll & Bookkeeping Services Agency in Ireland is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Crawley, England
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Founded in 2014, CoreAdviz Accountants is a small Crawley, England-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Tax Law.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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CityTowers Property Management Inc. Is a Commercial Property Management company launched in 2007. Their team offers Commercial Property Management and Commercial Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Perinjanam, India
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Appeonix Creative Lab, a web design agency, is headquartered in Perinjanam, India. Established in 2014, the team specializes in Web Design and Mobile App Development.
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Mills Wealth Advisors is a Direct Marketing company. The firm is headquartered in Southlake, Texas. Their services include Direct Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Trinity Accounting Practice is a Beverly Hills, Australia-based IT strategy consulting company. Founded in 2005, the team provides IT strategy consulting and IT managed services.
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Founded in 2012, Financial Planning Fort Collins is a small Fort Collins, Colorado-based Financial Advising & Planning company. Their team focuses on Financial Advising & Planning and Accounting.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Business Consulting company Ellamints was founded in 2019. The agency specializes in Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO), and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Naperville, IL
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See all 1 projectsGT Procurement offers services in e-commerce platform development, email marketing, marketing automation, and SEO. Reviews highlight the company's effective project management, quick turnaround, and impressive communication skills. Clients appreciate their honesty and ability to solve issues, leading to increased website traffic and improved lead generation. Their services are well-priced, offering good value for cost.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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Accounting company FB Consultants focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning. They are based in Lahore, Pakistan and Lahore, Pakistan.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Imperial Wisdom (Pvt) Ltd. Is a Colomo, Sri Lanka-based answering service company. The team specializes in Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Delhi, India
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Dinesh Aarjav and Associates Chartered Accountants is a Cybersecurity company headquartered in Delhi, India and New Delhi, India. Their services include Cybersecurity and Business Consulting.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Arnifi Corporate Services Providers LLC is a Business Consulting company. The Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based company focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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Established in 2013, Accountant Calgary is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The agency specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Quick Venture, a small Business Consulting company, is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team offers Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Compliance Consulting company The Molieri Group LLC provides Compliance Consulting and Accounting. They were established in 2016.
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CBM Accounting UAE is a Business Consulting company founded in 2010. Based in Ilford, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the team offers Business Consulting and Accounting.
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Helprize, a small Financial Advising & Planning company, is based in. The team focuses on Financial Advising & Planning and Commercial Financing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Islamabad, Pakistan
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Small Business Consulting company OPTIMA Business Consulting, is based in Islamabad, Pakistan. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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Aventus Consultants is a Commercial Financing company. The small Dagenham, England-based team offers Commercial Financing and Accounting. The firm was established in 2014.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Business Consulting company LFL International Group was established in 2000. The firm specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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SERVIQ BPO Limited is an Accounting company. They were established in 2018, and their services include Accounting and HR Outsourcing.
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Yours Faithfully Advisors LLP is a Business Consulting company. Based in , their small team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting. The firm was launched in 2016.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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Tirsol, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, was founded in 2017. The team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harbour city, Hong Kong
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Established in 1996, Mckallen is a Business Consulting company. Based in Harbour city, Hong Kong and Gurugram, India, the team provides Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Business Consulting company Dominic and Partners is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Richmond, TX
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Criterion Business Services is a small Commercial Financing company. Established in 2020, the team offers Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2020, Startup Consultancy is a Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, Canada
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Rothwell Funding is a small Accounting company. Launched in 2019, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2020, Shami Tree Business Advisors Private Limited is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) 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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31.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.3/40.017/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.3/40.016.6/20 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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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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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.