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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 31 projects1-800Accountant is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, CPA, tax preparation, and financial advisory. Reviews highlight their affordability, responsiveness, and comprehensive tax management, with over 90% of clients expressing satisfaction. Clients appreciate their friendly approach and timely communication, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 38 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is a distinguished accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and business auditing. With a high client satisfaction rate, approximately 90% of reviews highlight their problem-solving capabilities, responsiveness, and thorough approach. Clients commend their cost-effective services and ability to meet deadlines, although some note room for improvement in communication efficiency.
Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 21 projectsIndinero is a comprehensive accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and fractional CFO services. Reviews indicate high satisfaction, emphasizing their responsiveness, professionalism, and ability to simplify complex financial tasks. A significant 100% of reviewers praise their project management skills, communication, and the tangible financial insights provided, with no notable areas for improvement identified.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Oakville, Canada
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Code CFO, a Fractional CFO Services company, was launched in 2023. Located in Oakville, Canada, the team specializes in Fractional CFO Services and Financial Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Foster Business Consultants is a Karachi, Pakistan-based Business Consulting company. Established in 2025, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Services provided
See all 3 projectsWatter CPA is your trusted partner in accounting and advisory services. Located in Rockville, Maryland, we have been serving clients across various industries since 1988. Our firm, founded by the
Read more$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, CanadaServices provided
See all 10 projectsZenbooks is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praise their responsiveness and knowledge in managing financial tasks, and many highlight their excellent project management and alignment with clients' needs. Clients also appreciate Zenbooks' timeliness, professionalism, and value for cost.
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hainesport, NJServices provided
See all 2 projectsWasserman Accounting CPA is an accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions such as bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The reviews highlight their consistent, reliable service delivery and clear communication, with 100% of reviewers emphasizing timely compliance with statutory deadlines and effective project management. Clients appreciate their focus on providing actionable financial insights and proactive tax planning.
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IT strategy consulting company Precision Consultancy is based in kuwait city, Kuwait. Launched in 2023, the team offers IT strategy consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Execuler is a Business Consulting company in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9
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Launched in 2022, Fortium Consulting is a small cloud consulting & SI company headquartered in Edmonton, Canada. Their team specializes in cloud consulting & SI and Cybersecurity.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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EVELYY LLC is a Houston, Texas-based social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Product Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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C.O.S Collective is a Business Consulting company. The Boston, Massachusetts-based company was launched in 2025. Their team offers Business Consulting and Call Center Services.
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See all 4 projectsClarity Tax Group & CPA's is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting. The reviews reflect 100% positive feedback, highlighting their timely and accurate service delivery. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and professionalism, with 50% mentioning the ease of maintaining bookkeeping records and tax information.
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See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is a professional accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial advisory, and business structuring for tax savings. The overall feedback from their reviews is highly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their accurate deliverables, effective communication, and substantial tax savings, resulting in financial benefits like $15,000 in tax savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NHServices provided
See all 22 projectsAppletree Business Services is a professional accounting firm offering a wide range of services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, expertise, and alignment with client values, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their effective project management and ability to meet client needs. Their team is noted for delivering timely, accurate financial solutions and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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Manex Services is a Commercial Property Management company. Their small team of employees is in Hyderabad, India. Their team offers Commercial Property Management and Accounting.
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Small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company Kiamina Accounting Services, is in Port Harcourt , Nigeria. The team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Small Business Consulting company Ridgeway Financial Services, is headquartered in Houston, Texas. The team provides Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Antravia LLC is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company based in Phoenix, Arizona and London, England. They specialize in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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Starwaylink services, a custom software development firm, offers Custom Software Development and Web Development. The firm is based in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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StarPointCFO is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Their small team of employees is based in Lahore, Pakistan. Their team provides Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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Fidara Orbis (Private) Limited is a Business Consulting company. Established in 2025, the team provides Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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In Sheridan, Wyoming and Chandigarh, India, MedIntelix Global is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They provide Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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GrowwTec is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2021, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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U.S. TAX BAY is an Accounting company. Launched in 2020, the agency is located in delhi, India. Their services include Accounting and Tax Law.
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Bridgepoint CFO Solutions, LLC, a Fractional CFO Services company, is based in Omaha, Nebraska. They provide Fractional CFO Services and Accounting and were established in 2025.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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PRO Hub, a Business Consulting company, is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. They specialize in Business Consulting and Document Digitization & Management.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9
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In Dubai, United Arab Emirates, The Key Advisory is a Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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PACS is a Back Office Outsourcing company. The team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and is in Kolkata, India and London, England.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Established in 2025, Saluja & Associates CPA PLLC is a Business Consulting company. The agency specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting, and is small.
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Finova Consulting is an Accounting company. Their team is in Denver, Colorado. The company focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Aarva Services is a SEO agency. They are in New Delhi, India and have small team. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Givantis IT Services is a Market Research company. They specialize in Market Research and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2024. The firm is in Pune, India.
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SAZ Square Business Consultants is an Accounting company. The team is located in Pickering, Canada and Lahore, Pakistan, and their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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Social media marketing agency EOM Data Solutions is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Costa Mesa, CA
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DisruptiX Talent Solutions is a small Business Consulting company founded in 2025. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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Finance Breeze is a Business Consulting company. The firm is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Varna, Bulgaria
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Bulgaria Company Setup, a Business Consulting company, specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting. The firm is headquartered in Varna, Bulgaria.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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Founded in 2010, Nexist is a Fractional CFO Services company. Their services include Fractional CFO Services and Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Bend, OR
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JRS Billing Solution is a Business Consulting company. Based in Bend, Oregon, the team focuses on Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Quezon City, Philippines
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Located in Quezon City, Philippines, Pillar Point VA is a graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Small Generative AI company Quantrix, is located in Manila, Philippines. Their services include Generative AI and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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DataAdminPro is a Faisalabad, Pakistan-based Data Annotation Services company. Their services include Data Annotation Services and ERP consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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SBK Global LLC, an Accounting company, focus on Accounting and Financial Consulting. They were launched in 2025.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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Accounting company Automate Your Finance was launched in 2026. The agency focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning, and is small.
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Contract Manufacturing company Data Troop was founded in 2005. The team provides Contract Manufacturing and Malpractice Law.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Established in 2024, Exelix business consulting is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The small team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Established in 2019, Goyal Raj Kumar & Associates Chartered Accountants is a Compliance Consulting company. The company focuses on Compliance Consulting and Accounting, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Swift Billing RCM is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Business Consulting, and the firm is in Austin, Texas.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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BDM Advisory is a Fractional CFO Services company. They are in Lake Oswego, Oregon, and their services include Fractional CFO Services and Financial Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kalispell, MT
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Umair Manzoor PC is an Accounting company. Established in 2026, the firm is headquartered in Kalispell, Montana. Their team focuses on Accounting and Fractional CFO Services.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Mangattuparamba, India
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Fouress Analytics Pvt Ltd is an ERP consulting and SI company located in Mangattuparamba, India. The team offers ERP consulting and SI and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Kinzaad Business Setup Consultants is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Compliance Consulting.
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Established in 2026, FinSymmetry is a small Bhopal, India-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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UK Company Experts is a Business Consulting company. They are located in London, England, and their services include Business Consulting and Corporate Law.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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V D JAIN & CO. Is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. Established in 2023, the agency focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9
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Digital Health CFO Inc., an Accounting company, was founded in 2021. The agency specializes in Accounting and ERP consulting and SI.
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Opelify is an ERP consulting and SI company launched in 2026. The firm focuses on ERP consulting and SI and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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28.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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26.9/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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33.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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26.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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28.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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26.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.3/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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28.5/40.015.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, Australia
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29.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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26/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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25.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience3.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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25.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.9/10 Clients & Experience4/10 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.