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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Provo, UT
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Accounting company ECI e-automate was established in 1995. The team specializes in Accounting and BI & big data consulting & SI and is headquartered in Provo, Utah.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Commercial Brokerage Services company Freudenheim Partners was founded in 2016. The firm focuses on Commercial Brokerage Services and Accounting, and is small.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sydney, Canada
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Scotia Software Development Ltd is a software development firm. Their small team of employees is in Sydney, Canada. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spokane, WA
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Pacific Holding Corporation is a Business Consulting company launched in 2013. The small team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albany, GA
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Small Staffing company Synergy Management Consultants, is based in Albany, Georgia. Their services include Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lansing, MI
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Personnel World, a HR Consulting company, was established in 1980. They offers HR Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brasília, Brazil
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Business Consulting company Advance Brasil Assessoria Contábil was established in 2000. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting and is based in Brasília, Brazil.
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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 - 9Rehoboth, MA
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Commercial Property Management company Global Property Services was founded in 2001. The team focuses on Commercial Property Management and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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FMR Consulting is a small Alexandria, Virginia-based custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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KARR Properties, Inc is a Commercial Property Management company. Their small team is based in Alexandria, Virginia. Their team specializes in Commercial Property Management and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hawthorne, CA
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TACTIC CONSULTING is an Accounting company. They are based in Hawthorne, California and have small team. Their team provides Accounting and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newton, MA
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Cambridge Capital Advisors, a Commercial Financing company, was established in 2009. The small team specializes in Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brasilia, Brazil
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LH Solution Contabilidade e Assessoria is a Business Consulting company. In Brasilia, Brazil, their small team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting. The company was launched in 2018.
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Diagonal Consulting WB is a small Barcelona, Spain-based Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alhambra, CA
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Based in Alhambra, California, SilverStone Property Management is a small Commercial Financing company. Their services include Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alhambra, CA
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Commercial Property Management company Ideal Property was launched in 1982. The company provides Commercial Property Management and Accounting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Águas Claras, Brasilia, Brazil
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Odonto Contábil, a Business Consulting company, was founded in 2018. The small team offers Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Wing- Brasilia , Brazil
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Contabilidade Brasilia is an Accounting company. They are based in South Wing- Brasilia , Brazil and have small team. Their team provides Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Wing Brasilia, Brazil
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NBN Assessoria e Consultoria Contábil is an Accounting company founded in 2018. The team focuses on Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Staffing company ConecTalent is headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Malden, MA
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Headquartered in Malden, Massachusetts, Republic Properties is a small Commercial Financing company. Their services include Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Capta RH is an Accounting company launched in 2014. Based in Ciudad de México, Mexico, the team provides Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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HuntRED® is an Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Staffing, and the agency is headquartered in Ciudad de México, Mexico.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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RHmatic is a small Accounting company located in Ciudad de México, Mexico. The team specializes in Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Estructura Empresarial, a Staffing company, was launched in 1999. The team offers Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lorain, OH
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Campana Campana & Co. Inc, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is in Lorain, Ohio. The team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Launched in 2015, Sharpe Venture Group is a Commercial Development company. The firm provides Commercial Development and Commercial Financing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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ACS Audit and Consulting is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They were founded in 2007 and provide Back Office Outsourcing and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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ASAP Staffing is a Staffing company. Established in 2016, the firm is located in Macon, Georgia. Their team focuses on Staffing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Accounting company Consultores Generales de Negocios is headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia. They specialize in Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching and were launched in 1989.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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Alianza Integral Com. Is a Bogotá, Colombia-based Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing and were founded in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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MacVaugh&Co. Commercial Real Estate is a small Pasadena, California-based Commercial Brokerage Services company. Their services include Commercial Brokerage Services and Commercial Financing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Guadalajara, Mexico
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Located in Guadalajara, Mexico, Nexus Human Services is a Staffing company. They specialize in Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beverly, MA
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Bridgeton Properties, LLC. Is an Accounting company. Their team is located in Beverly, Massachusetts and offers Accounting and Commercial Brokerage Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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Activae is a small Barcelona, Spain-based Business Consulting company. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Medford, OR
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Commercial Brokerage Services company First Commercial Property Management is in Medford, Oregon. The team specializes in Commercial Brokerage Services and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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E Pro Bill Medical Billing is an Accounting company. They are located in St. Louis, Missouri and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Goiânia, Brazil
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Arrojo Prime Consultoria is a small Goiânia, Brazil-based Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Medellín, Colombia
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TEMPO TRABAJAMOS is a Staffing company. Located in Medellín, Colombia, the team provides Staffing and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sudbury, MA
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Located in Sudbury, Massachusetts and North Miami, Florida, The Faber Group is a Commercial Brokerage Services company. They focus on Commercial Brokerage Services and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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PR Properties, a Commercial Brokerage Services company, is located in Anaheim, California. The team focuses on Commercial Brokerage Services and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9أبو ظبي, United Arab Emirates
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Axil Alliance is a Business Consulting company founded in 2014. The agency provides Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO), and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chester, England
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Andy Green is a small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company located in Chester, England. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fullerton, CA
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CPGI Real Estate Services is a Commercial Financing company established in 2004. Their team offers Commercial Financing and Commercial Property Management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Curitiba, Brazil
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Staff RH is an Accounting company launched in 1978. Their team specializes in Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Guatemala City, Guatemala
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Located in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Pro-Insight is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sheboygan, WI
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One Source Business Solutions is an Accounting company established in 2003. The team focuses on Accounting and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington Park, MD
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Small IT strategy consulting company KETHINK SFS, is headquartered in Lexington Park, Maryland. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Belcher, Smolen & Van Loo LLP is a Business Consulting company. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the agency was founded in 2018. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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AdvisorConnect, an Accounting company, was established in 2013. The company specializes in Accounting and Content Marketing, and is small.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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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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28.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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28.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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29.1/40.018/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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28.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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27.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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27/40.018.4/20 Reviews4.1/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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28/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience3.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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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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25.4/40.019/20 Reviews2.4/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.