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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 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 36 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is a comprehensive accounting firm offering services such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and audit services. Clients consistently highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and proactive solutions. With a 100% satisfaction rate in reviews, they are praised for their responsiveness, problem-solving capabilities, and ability to tailor financial strategies to client needs.
Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsindinero is a comprehensive accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and fractional CFO services. Across diverse reviews, clients consistently highlight their exceptional communication, responsiveness, and ability to streamline financial processes. With over 90% positive feedback, indinero is praised for their attention to detail and proficiency in managing accounting tasks, allowing businesses to focus on core operations while maintaining financial clarity and compliance.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Skrooge, an Accounting company, is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Launched in 2025, the team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBlue Springs, MO
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Accounting company Anissa Nelson CPA PC is located in Blue Springs, Missouri. Established in 2005, the team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Services provided
<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 an accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial advisory, and CFO services. Reviews indicate that 100% of clients appreciate their responsiveness and professionalism, with over 85% noting their strong project management skills. Clients highlight Zenbooks' reliability, friendliness, and expertise, although some suggest a need for improved task visibility and customized pricing.
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hainesport, NJServices provided
See all 2 projectsWasserman Accounting CPA is a reputable accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions such as bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The firm is praised for its reliable and organized project management, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their clear communication and adherence to deadlines. They are noted for consistently delivering accurate, timely financial statements and proactive tax planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJoplin, MO
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Davis CPA Group, LLC, an Accounting company, is located in Joplin, Missouri. They specialize in Accounting and Business Consulting and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Lauderdale, FL
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Jeff Stern CPA, P.A., a small Accounting company, is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStockton, CA
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Michael P Lynch, CPA, Inc, an Accounting company, focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency is in Stockton, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLittleton, CO
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Wimmer Accounting, LLC, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Littleton, Colorado. They offer Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAmarillo, TX
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SF Services is a small Accounting company in Amarillo, Texas. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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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.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVästerås, Sweden
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JP Ekonomiservice is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Västerås, Sweden. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSanta Clarita, CA
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Kari's Bookkeeping & Tax Service is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Santa Clarita, California. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRoseville, CA
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Grace Wagstaff Advisory is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Roseville, California. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Infinigent consulting Ltd. Is a Back Office Outsourcing company. In Dhaka, Bangladesh and Gurugram, India, their team offers Back Office Outsourcing and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Accounting company MVG Accounting Services Inc was launched in 2006. Headquartered in Eastvale, California, the team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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BlueWave Ledger is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Fractional CFO Services and were established in 2024.
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Vermaas Bookkeeping Solutions LLC is an Accounting company headquartered in Sacramento, California. They specialize in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning and were founded in 2025.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pasig, Philippines
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Staff Domain Inc. Is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They offer Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting and were established in 2017.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Finage is a data analytics company. They were established in 2019, and their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerLorain, OH
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See all 1 projectsAsset4You Professional Business Services offers virtual assistant services, specializing in affiliate link setup, site promotion, and updating specials for fashion-related businesses. Reviews highlight the company's ability to meet deadlines, provide thorough information, and effectively manage projects, with particular praise for their dedication and attention to detail, regardless of project size or budget.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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HR Consulting company Human Resource Dimensions was established in 1991. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the team provides HR Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Launched in 2020, Avyanco Business Setup Consultancy is a Business Consulting company. Their team offers Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Paul Hype Page is a Business Consulting company. Founded in 2008, their team specializes in Business Consulting and Corporate Relocation.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Prague, Czech Republic
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Yeye Agency is a Business Consulting company launched in 2014. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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RK Group, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, was launched in 2020. They offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Business Valuation Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Established in 1991, Valley Valuations, a small Business Consulting company, is located in Fresno, California. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$100,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Rehmanabad, Pakistan
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PMTAC Private Limited, a Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Rehmanabad, Pakistan. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Custom Software Development.
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$100,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Established in 2010, FMCA is a Commercial Financing company. The agency offers Commercial Financing and Accounting, and is midsize.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerTorrance, CA
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In Torrance, California, ANU Agrawal CPA is an Accounting company. Founded in 2020, the team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Pasig, Philippines
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Agility Staffing Services LLC is a Pasig, Philippines-based Accounting company. Established in 2022, the team provides Accounting and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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IT staff augmentation company Operacy Staffing was launched in 2019. The team focuses on IT staff augmentation and Back Office Outsourcing and is in Sydney, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Woodland Park, NJ
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Certified Catering Consultants is a Business Consulting company. They are based in Woodland Park, New Jersey and have small team. They focus on Business Consulting and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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HRExpertise is a HR Consulting company. The Melbourne, Australia-based team specializes in HR Consulting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company HireEffect™ is located in Frisco, Texas. Established in 2007, the team focuses on Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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CMH Advisors, PLLC is a small Financial Advising & Planning company established in 2014. Their services include Financial Advising & Planning and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wheaton, IL
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Remote Employee is a Marketing Strategy company. They are located in Wheaton, Illinois and San Fernando, Philippines, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Snohomish, WA
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Located in Snohomish, Washington, Sound Community Management is a Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chișinău, Moldova
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Accounting company Zelda was founded in 2016. Headquartered in Chișinău, Moldova and Brașov, Romania, the team offers Accounting and HR Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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TeamWork Human Resources Consultancy, a HR Consulting company, was founded in 2022. The team provides HR Consulting and Accounting and is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Hashtecks is an Accounting company headquartered in Karachi, Pakistan. They specialize in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning and were founded in 2022.
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Tax Law company CPA Gurus LLC was founded in 2021. The team provides Tax Law and Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Bhatt Consultancy Services is a Delhi, India-based Accounting company. They offer Accounting and Tax Law.
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Sotracontabil is a Commercial Financing company. The firm is in Chişinău, Moldova. Their team provides Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Succentrix Business Advisors is an Accounting company founded in 2019. The team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Jamnagar, India
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Prana Accounting is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company located in Jamnagar, India. The team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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Headquartered in Sheridan, Wyoming and Vadodara, India, Prexel is a small IT staff augmentation company. The team offers IT staff augmentation and Business Consulting.
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Insurancetaxrealty, a Commercial Brokerage Services company, was established in 1998. The small team focuses on Commercial Brokerage Services and Accounting.
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Acuity Financial Services is a small Financial Advising & Planning company located in Chadstone, Australia. Their services include Financial Advising & Planning and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Plano, TX
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XTGlobal is a cloud consulting & SI company established in 1998. Based in Plano, Texas and Nanakaramguda, India, the team provides cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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Axpert Accounting is an IT managed services company. In Everett, California, the firm was established in 2014. Their team specializes in IT managed services and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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EBMS Business Services LLC is a small website development firm in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Web Development and Financial Advising &
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Riverside, CA
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In Riverside, California, Q-vantage is a midsize social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Ontime Infotech Pvt. Ltd. Is an Accounting company. They were established in 2015, and their services include Accounting and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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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+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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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+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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33.4/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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26.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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30.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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$10,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Sugar Land, TX
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25.4/40.017/20 Reviews3.7/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Woodbridge, VA
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29.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 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.