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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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G.C.P Consultores is an Accounting company in Bogotá, Colombia. The team specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Ceayos Accounting is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Bogotá, Colombia and have small team. They focus on 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 - 9Bogotá, Colombia
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S.I. Asesores, an Accounting company, was launched in 2000. The small team specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saskatoon, Canada
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Small Accounting company JPM Business Solutions Inc, is based in Saskatoon, Canada. The team provides Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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Business Consulting company Crido Taxand Sp. O.o. Is headquartered in Warszawa, Poland. They focus on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Borja, Peru
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Valdez Y Suarez Contadores Publicos is an Accounting company. In San Borja, Peru, their small team offers Accounting and Business Consulting. The agency was established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Accounting company R M Ajgaonkar and Associates was established in 1997. The team offers 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 - 9Caracas, Venezuela
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Auditores Externos de Venezuela, an Accounting company, was established in 2006. The firm specializes in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kernersville, NC
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Accounting company McDaniel & Company, PLLC was founded in 1993. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Camberley, England
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Just Payroll Services Ltd is an Accounting company. They are based in Camberley, England and have small team. Their team specializes in Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Corona, CA
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Small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company TITAN TAX and BUSINESS SERVICES, is in Corona, California. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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CJN CONSULTING, INC. Is an Atlanta, Georgia-based Business Consulting company. They provide Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
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Founded in 2013, FastLane CPA Limited is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and HR Consulting and is located in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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FUENTES-FERNANDEZ & COMPANY, P.S.C. Is a Business Consulting company. Their small team is in Washington, District of Columbia. Their services include Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Small Accounting company VTBerry, is based in San Antonio, Texas. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vienna, VA
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KiLyn Corporation is an Accounting company based in Vienna, Virginia. Established in 2011, the team offers Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Niche Assurance LLC is a Cybersecurity company. They are in Houston, Texas and have small team of experts. Their services include Cybersecurity and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Jörg Bremer Steuerberater is an Accounting company. They are based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and have small team. Their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsfield, MA
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In Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Adelson & Company PC is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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EPIC Financial Consulting, Inc. Is an Accounting company. Their team is headquartered in Los Angeles, California and focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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Karim & Associates Financial Services, LLC is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Washington, District of Columbia. Their team focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Mary, FL
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Gulfstream Financial offers services including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial analysis. The reviews highlight Gulfstream Financial's ability to maintain quality while adhering to budget constraints, which is appreciated by clients. Communication is effective through in-person meetings, phone calls, and emails, with clients expressing satisfaction and no areas for improvement noted.
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Entrea Capital, a small Commercial Financing company, is in Sofia, Bulgaria. The team offers Commercial Financing and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Normal, IL
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McBeath Financial Group, an Accounting company, is based in Normal, Illinois. They focus on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning and were launched in 2008.
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Reagan FVL, LLC is a small Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Valuation Services and were launched in 2015.
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Houston Financial Forensics, LLC is a Cybersecurity company. Their small team is in Houston, Texas. Their services include Cybersecurity and Accounting.
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Glenn B. Hetzel & Associates, CPAs, An Accountancy Corporation is a small Los Angeles, California-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Richmond Hill, Canada
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Xu & Xie CPA LLP is a small Richmond Hill, Canada-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Business Valuation Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port Coquitlam, Canada
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Established in 2019, CFO Inbox is a small Accounting company based in Port Coquitlam, Canada and Vernon, Canada. Their team focuses on Accounting and Funding & Investment.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Markham, Canada
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Based in Markham, Canada, HPAN Group Corp. Is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Funding & Investment.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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ALL-PRO Business & Bookkeeping Corp., an Accounting company, was established in 2006. The small team provides Accounting and Funding & Investment.
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Accounting company Tyee Carr Advisory is based in Portland, Oregon. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sherwood, OR
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Founded in 2006, Crestwood Consulting Services, LLC is a small Sherwood, Oregon-based Business Consulting company. Their team offers Business Consulting and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Founded in 2022, Mansa Consulting, a small Accounting company, is based in Mumbai, India and Mumbai, India. Their team specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Makati, Philippines
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Back Office Outsourcing company Syracuse Virtual Assistance Services, Inc. Is based in Makati, Philippines. The team specializes in Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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Launched in 2024, 360Accountants, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Austin, Texas. Their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nashik, India
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Readbit Tech Solution is a CRM consulting and SI company. Launched in 2023, the firm specializes in CRM consulting and SI and Accounting.
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Fishpool Solutions is a small Winter Garden, Florida-based Business Consulting company. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Tallinn, Estonia
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Accounting company Outsource Work is located in Tallinn, Estonia and Austin, Texas. They provide Accounting and Sales Outsourcing and were established in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pune, India
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Tax Law company Startupportal Business Services | LLP Registration | Company Registration | Shop Act & GST Registration | ITR Filing provides Tax Law and Accounting. They were founded in 2014.
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Bookkeeping Services Miami is an Accounting company. The agency is located in. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Business Consulting company bshaccounting is in Dallas, Texas. Established in 2000, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Accounting.
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Small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company Green Accounting Consulting, is in San Jose, California. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Established in 2024, Gilabert Hopkins, LLP is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lagos, Nigeria
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Discovery Consulting is a Business Consulting company. Headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, the team provides Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Milton, Canada
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VinBooksCPA Professional Corporation is a Milton, Canada-based Fractional CFO Services company. Their services include Fractional CFO Services and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Patron Accounting LLP, a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is in Pune, India. They offer Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting and were established in 2023.
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San Diego Tax Professionals, a Business Consulting company, was founded in 2005. The company focuses on Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Barangaroo, Australia
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Wealth and Wise is an Accounting company. They were founded in 1995 and offer Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ballarat Central, Australia
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Progress Accounting is a Business Consulting company. They are headquartered in Ballarat Central, Australia and have small team. They provide Business Consulting and Accounting.
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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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$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.