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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 20 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brookvale, Australia
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Ideal Business Consultants is an Accounting company. They are based in Brookvale, Australia and have small team. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plantation, FL
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SANJAY GUPTA & ASSOCIATES, LLC is an Accounting company founded in 2012. The firm specializes in 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 - 9Brookvale, Australia
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Launched in 1976, Tucker Glynn & Co is an Accounting company. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Keefe McCullough is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the agency was founded in 1971. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stamford, CT
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Braman & Company is a Stamford, Connecticut-based Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wethersfield, CT
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Headquartered in Wethersfield, Connecticut, Hallisey & D’Agostino, LLP is an Accounting company. Launched in 1972, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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CLE, an Accounting company, was launched in 1987. Located in Gilbert, Arizona, the team offers Accounting.
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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.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is a professional accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial advisory, and business structuring for tax savings. The overall feedback from their reviews is highly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their accurate deliverables, effective communication, and substantial tax savings, resulting in financial benefits like $15,000 in tax savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NHServices provided
See all 22 projectsAppletree Business Services is a 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 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida and St. Augustine , Florida, Portnoy CPA is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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ProVision PLC, a small Accounting company, is located in Tempe, Arizona. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wallingford, CT
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ABAPC INC, a small Accounting company, is based in Wallingford, Connecticut. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 1997, California Republic Accountancy is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Southbury, CT
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Headquartered in Southbury, Connecticut, Diversified Financial Solutions, PC is a small Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Swansea, IL
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Rice, Sullivan & Co. Is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Swansea, Illinois. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Walnut Creek, CA
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Dawson CPA Firm is an Accounting company founded in 1981. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Westport, CT
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Bernhard is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Westport, Connecticut. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bakersfield, CA
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Wayne Long & Co., CPAs is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting, and the company is in Bakersfield, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glastonbury, CT
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Nicola, Yester & Company, P.C. Is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and were established in 1986. The agency is headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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NoiseAcct Services LLC is an Accounting company launched in 2000. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Irvine, CA
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Wright Ford Young & Co., an Accounting company, was established in 1973. They focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wallingford, CT
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Duszynski & Associates Accounting and Tax Services is a small Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and were established in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Doral, FL
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Group Accounting & Financial Services, a small Accounting company, is located in Doral, Florida and Middleburg, Florida. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Accounting company Matthew S. Abrams is in Hollywood, Florida. They provide Accounting and were launched in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Orlando, FL
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MSL CPAs and Advisors is an Orlando, Florida-based Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and were launched in 1974.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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In Orlando, Florida, AZS Accounting is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Caringbah, Australia
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Cross Tax, an Accounting company, was founded in 2003. The firm provides Accounting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pembroke Pines, FL
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CPC Accounting Services is a small Accounting company headquartered in Pembroke Pines, Florida. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Santa Barbara, CA
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Bartlett, Pringle & Wolf, LLP is a Santa Barbara, California-based Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 1948.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tuscaloosa, AL
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Accounting company JamisonMoneyFarmer PC was established in 1920. The team specializes in Accounting and is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and Birmingham, Alabama.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Baker, Chi & Parkey Accountancy Corporation is a small Accounting company located in Fresno, California. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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Accounting company Searle Hart & Associates, PLLC specializes in Accounting. They were launched in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Barbara, CA
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Berti Spechler Sarmiento McKay & Co. LLP is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Santa Barbara, California and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boise, ID
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Pulliam & Associates, Chartered is an Accounting company. The Boise, Idaho-based agency was launched in 1983. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mesa, AZ
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Frome & Company, PLC, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Mesa, Arizona. They specialize in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bakersfield, CA
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Shinault Baker & Company is an Accounting company. The Bakersfield, California-based company offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Charles, IL
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Small Accounting company Joni M. Kupar EA Ltd., is based in St. Charles, Illinois. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coeur d'Alene, ID
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Michael M. Nail CPA, PC is an Accounting company. They are located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Barbara, CA
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McGowan Guntermann is an Accounting company. The Santa Barbara, California-based agency was launched in 1945. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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Schwartzer Tax and Accounting PLLC is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Flagstaff, AZ
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Compass Point Accounting, PLLC is a small Accounting company in Flagstaff, Arizona. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Barrington, IL
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Based in North Barrington, Illinois, Winters LLC is a small Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Caringbah, Australia
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Gabriel & Partners is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and are based in Caringbah, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Watertown, CT
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Small Accounting company Bergamo Tax and Accounting Services, is based in Watertown, Connecticut. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Birmingham, AL
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Pearce, Bevill, Leesburg, Moore, P.C. Is a midsize Accounting company established in 1981. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Pappas Accounting Group, a small Accounting company, is in Chicago, Illinois. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Merced, CA
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TED P ALLAN, CPA, a small Accounting company, is based in Merced, California. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Caringbah, Australia
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PP Atkins and Co is an Accounting company. In Caringbah, Australia, their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orange, CA
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Maurer, Gittings & Graf, LLP is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting, and the agency is based in Orange, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Tomishima & Fukuhara CPA Inc is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Small Accounting company Harold D Sasaki Ltd, is in Honolulu, Hawaii. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Rexburg, ID
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Accounting company Rudd & Company, PLLC is located in Rexburg, Idaho and Idaho Falls, Idaho. Their services include Accounting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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32.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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32.1/40.018/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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37.8/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 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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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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30.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 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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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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37.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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33.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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31.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$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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28.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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29.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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36.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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28.4/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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27.8/40.013.4/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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31.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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33.6/40.019.2/20 Reviews4.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Accounting60% 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.