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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dover, DE
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Paradee Financial LLC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are in Dover, Delaware. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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In Wilmington, Delaware, Blue Rock Dravo Bay is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clarence Gardens, Australia
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KeySupport is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is located in Clarence Gardens, Australia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torrensville, Australia
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Victor Ma & Associates is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is located in Torrensville, Australia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glenunga, Australia
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W V B is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is headquartered in Glenunga, Australia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, NH
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Devine Millimet: Jon Sparkman, Esq., CPA is an Accounting and Business Consulting company established in 1947. The small team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eatons Hill, Australia
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Small Accounting and Business Consulting company Edge B C, is located in Eatons Hill, Australia. 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dover, DE
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Gunn Wealth Management is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is based in Dover, Delaware. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maroochydore, Australia
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K.O. Bookkeeping Services is a small Maroochydore, Australia-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Adelaide, Australia
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Robinsons is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is headquartered in Adelaide, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Buddina, Australia
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Bookkeeperhub is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are headquartered in Buddina, Australia. Their team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Aldgate, Australia
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I T A B A is a small Aldgate, Australia-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Semmes, AL
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James T. Murray, III, CPA, LLC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company launched in 2010. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting and is located in Semmes, Alabama.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Rhodes Company, LLC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team of employees is based in Mobile, Alabama. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Small Accounting and Business Consulting company Anderson & Wells, PC, is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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In Mobile, Alabama, Putcha LLC is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Taylor CPA Group is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company in Mobile, Alabama. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Kalifeh Bedsole Adams PC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are headquartered in Mobile, Alabama and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Solberger & Smith, LLP is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Terry Jones & Associates, PC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Tra Enterprises, LLC. Is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are in Mobile, Alabama and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairhope, AL
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Wesley A. Jones, CPA LLC is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company based in Fairhope, Alabama. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spanish Fort, AL
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Small Accounting and Business Consulting company Prichard, Dewberry & Hodges PC, is in Spanish Fort, Alabama. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Ruland & Ruland CPAs, LLC, an Accounting and Business Consulting company, is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Founded in 2006, the team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Madison Tax and Accounting Services is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is based in Birmingham, Alabama. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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TED CRABTREE, C.P.A. Is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are located in Mobile, Alabama and have small team. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Mostellar & Shreve, LLP is a small Mobile, Alabama-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gulf Shores, AL
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Grant, Sanders & Taylor, P.C., a small Accounting and Business Consulting company, is in Gulf Shores, Alabama. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Daphne, AL
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Allen, Allen & Foster, LLP is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Based in Daphne, Alabama, the firm was founded in 1986. Their team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bunbury, Australia
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Hiscox Partners is a small Bunbury, Australia-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, KY
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The JCC Group is an Accounting company established in 2008. Their team focuses on Accounting and IT strategy consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glenelg, Australia
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Founded in 2002, Bullen Business Services, a small Accounting company, is in Glenelg, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hanover, MD
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Headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, Malden Solutions LLC is a small Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Recruiting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Donnybrook, Australia
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Donnybrook Accounting is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their small team is based in Donnybrook, Australia. Their team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Perth, Australia
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Caffarelli is a West Perth, Australia-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leederville, Australia
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Beaumaris Business Solutions is a small Leederville, Australia-based Accounting and Business Consulting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plymouth, NH
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Kenneth Stone, CPA, MBA, MS Tax is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. The company is headquartered in Plymouth, New Hampshire. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plaistow, NH
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Established in 2002, Waters & Associates, PLLC is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Subiaco, Australia
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CrossCorp is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company headquartered in Subiaco, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port St. Lucie, FL
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Diversified Financial Services , an Accounting company, was founded in 1999. The small team provides Accounting and Staffing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shillington, PA
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Headquartered in Shillington, Pennsylvania, Pancerella & Associates, LLC is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gosnells, Australia
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Tick Tax Accounting is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company in Gosnells, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Perth, Australia
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Connolly & Associates is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are in West Perth, Australia and have small team. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Launceston, Australia
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Preece Martin Accountants and Business Advisers is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company based in Launceston, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Yarrawonga, Australia
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KHB Bookkeeping is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company based in Yarrawonga, Australia. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Perth, Australia
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Maroo Advisory , a small Accounting and Business Consulting company, is located in North Perth, Australia. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leederville, Australia
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Small Accounting and Business Consulting company KHT Accounting & Wealth, is based in Leederville, Australia. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berrimah, Australia
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Northern Sky Accounting is an Accounting and Business Consulting company. They are headquartered in Berrimah, Australia and have small team. Their team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Subiaco, Australia
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Accounting and Business Consulting company Cherry Black Business Builders is based in Subiaco, Australia. They provide Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Victoria Park, Australia
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Headquartered in Victoria Park, Australia, BSM Accountants is a small Accounting and Business Consulting company. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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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$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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$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.