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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Forest, Belgium
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Platform HR is a HR Consulting company founded in 2022. The company provides HR Consulting and Recruiting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frisco, TX
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Staffing company Next Talent Solutions was established in 2017. The company offers Staffing and Recruiting, and is small.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Launched in 2017, Bear Atlantic Group is a small Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Commercial Financing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Riverview, FL
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Optus Consulting Group, a Business Consulting company, specialize in Business Consulting and Web Design. They were launched in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sanford, FL
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Launched in 2013, Emergen, Inc. Is a Business Consulting company. The company specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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Established in 2014, Vision Consulting Group, Inc. Is a Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Tried & True Consulting is a small Business Consulting company launched in 2009. Their team provides Business Consulting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Established in 1999, EMCI, LLC. Is a small Boca Raton, Florida-based Business Consulting company. Their team specializes in Business Consulting and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, Strategic Business Services is a Business Consulting company. Established in 2008, the team provides Business Consulting and Accounting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Longwood, FL
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IM Strategic Planning is a branding agency. They were established in 2023, and their services include Branding and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Business Consulting company Boss & Company, LLC is headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. They specialize in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Four Pillars Talent is a Business Consulting company launched in 2019. The firm offers Business Consulting and Commercial Financing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Better Business Consulting Group LLC is a Baltimore, Maryland-based Business Consulting company. They offer Business Consulting and Accounting and were founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Arbutus, MD
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Atlas Business Consulting, LLC is an Arbutus, Maryland-based Marketing Strategy company. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Corporate Training & Coaching and were established in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Business Consulting company Leadership Needed Consulting Services was founded in 2017. The company specializes in Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Rochelle, NY
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Smart's Management & Consulting Associates, LLC is a Business Consulting company. Established in 1983, the team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Established in 2017, Brunner Consulting Inc. Is a small Brooklyn, New York-based Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Marketing Strategy company Medvid Consulting Corporation was founded in 2015. The company specializes in Marketing Strategy and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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AGD Consulting, LLC, a small Financial Advising & Planning company, is located in Brooklyn, New York. The team specializes in Financial Advising & Planning and Financial Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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AccountAbility Business Consulting is a Business Consulting company. Their team is located in Brooklyn, New York. The firm offers Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Silver Spring, MD
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Dunathan Consulting LLC is a Business Consulting company. Headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, their small team offers Business Consulting and Accounting. The company was founded in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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A2z Business Consulting is a Business Consulting company headquartered in New York, New York. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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AEP Hawaii is a small Honolulu, Hawaii-based custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and Business Consulting.
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Management Offices Custom Solutions is a small Business Consulting company. Founded in 2021, the team offers Business Consulting and Commercial Property Management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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DivideByN, LLC is an Albuquerque, New Mexico-based Business Consulting company. They provide Business Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching and were launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Royal Oak, MI
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Red Cedar Advisory Services is a Business Consulting company. The Royal Oak, Michigan-based firm was launched in 2018. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cranston, RI
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Leshinsky Finance, a Business Consulting company, is in Cranston, Rhode Island. They focus on Business Consulting and Accounting and were launched in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Accendi Group is a Business Consulting company. The company is based in Memphis, Tennessee. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Nita Black is a Business Consulting company. They are in Memphis, Tennessee and have small team. They provide Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Myrtle Beach, SC
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Palmetto Business Strategies, LLC is a small Business Consulting company. They focus on Business Consulting and Accounting and were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Small Business Consulting company SRAG Management Consulting Service, is in Omaha, Nebraska. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Opsis Consulting India is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Staffing and were founded in 2013. The company is in Bengaluru, India.
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IT strategy consulting company SamuraiNOW is based in Toronto, Canada. They provide IT strategy consulting and Staffing.
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Panterra Finance is a Blockchain company. They are headquartered in New York City, New York. Their team offers Blockchain and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kraków, Poland
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Cdnet is a business intelligence company. They are in Kraków, Poland and have small team. They focus on BI & big data consulting & SI and ERP consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9O'Fallon, MO
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Black Line Consulting, a data analytics company, was established in 2019. They offers BI & big data consulting & SI and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alpharetta, GA
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S-square D-square, LLC is an Alpharetta, Georgia-based Market Research company. Established in 2018, the team focuses on Market Research and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lawrence, KS
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The Perspective Group is an Application Testing company. The team focuses on Application Testing and Accounting and is headquartered in Lawrence, Kansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frisco, TX
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Digital Staffing Age, a small Market Research company, is headquartered in Frisco, Texas. Their services include Market Research and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elsternwick, Australia
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OpsTeam is a small CRM consulting and SI company based in Elsternwick, Australia. The team specializes in CRM consulting and SI and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain
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Amazotopia is a small San Sebastián de los Reyes, Spain-based Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Orleans, LA
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Gilded is a Blockchain company. They are located in New Orleans, Louisiana, and their services include Blockchain and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waterbury, CT
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Leon Taxes Services is a Litigation Support Services company. Their small team is headquartered in Waterbury, Connecticut. Their team specializes in Litigation Support Services and Translation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Topeka, KS
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Kansas Business Solutions is a SEO services firm. In Topeka, Kansas, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Emeralds BS Ltd, a small Conversion Optimization company, is located in London, England. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Tower59 is a Business Valuation Services company in San Francisco, California. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Business Valuation Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dublin 2, Ireland
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IPing IT Services is a Cybersecurity company established in 2005. Their services include Cybersecurity and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Affiliate Marketing company Profex Digital was founded in 2023. The team provides Affiliate Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in London, England and Brooklyn, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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Acclime Singapore Pte. Ltd. Is a Singapore, Singapore-based CRM consulting and SI company. They specialize in CRM consulting and SI and Business Consulting and were established in 2019.
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Premier Office is a cloud consulting & SI company. Their small team of employees is based in Hong Kong. Their team specializes in cloud consulting & SI and Call Center Services.
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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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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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$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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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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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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$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.