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Akram & Associates is a full-service accounting firm specializing in assurance, advisory, and tax services for hedge funds, cryptocurrency funds, investors, traders, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals. Since 2013, the firm has provided tailored accounting solutions, maximizing after-tax income...
PMBA is now part of Source Advisors, specializing in R&D tax credits, cost segregation, sales and use tax, and state and local tax consulting for CPA firms and businesses nationwide. The firm brings a 40-year history of tax credit and incentive work, partnering with prominent Fortune 1000 companies...
A trusted Toronto-based CPA firm offering comprehensive accounting, tax, and consulting services. With over two decades of experience, the firm provides personalized support to individuals, small businesses, and corporations across Toronto, Markham, and Richmond Hill...
A trusted accounting firm delivering tax strategies, financial guidance, and wealth management to businesses and individuals across the U.S. and internationally...
Specializing in domestic and international tax strategies, this firm helps businesses maximize profits and streamline financial management for long-term success...
A seasoned New York-based financial firm offering customized auditing, accounting, and tax solutions with a focus on client success and long-term financial objectives...
VJN & Associates is a leading accounting firm based in New York that offers accounting, tax planning, and consulting services. With expertise in the construction industry, the firm helps clients improve cash flow, reduce accounts receivables, and secure financing. VJN & Associates delivers personalized...
Roth&Co combines reliable industry experience with personalized accounting and advisory services to help clients streamline financial management operations. The firm prides itself on its commitment to client success and community impact, offering the expertise of a large organization while maintaining the...
Presti & Naegele is a leading accounting and advisory firm based in New York City that delivers tailored financial management services. Its expert team provides tax, accounting, and strategic advisory solutions to meet unique business and individual needs. With over 40 years of experience, the firm...
212 Tax specializes in back tax resolution for clients across New York, Florida, and New Jersey. With expertise in eliminating tax issues and providing tailored tax strategies, the firm helps clients reduce stress and regain control of their finances. 212 Tax's direct approach ensures clients collaborate with...
Book Tech is an accounting firm based in NYC that supports small-business growth through monthly, catch-up, and clean-up bookkeeping, payroll, and AP/AR management. With a 100% US team, it is a member of the AIPB, DBA, and NACPB...
Nazaire & Co offers comprehensive accounting and advisory services, empowering businesses with the financial management tools needed for long-term stability and success...
A trusted New York CPA and advisory firm combining tradition and innovation to deliver comprehensive financial solutions and build enduring client relationships...
Skylight Financial offers 10+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, payroll, tax filing, bank reconciliation, & financial reporting. Based in New York City, the accounting firm has served 30+ businesses, including AuthoHub & Odyssey, and suits businesses seeking a strategic finance team...
Ignition Tax is a professional accounting and tax services firm dedicated to supporting small businesses with accurate, compliant, and cost-effective financial solutions. With expertise across tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and business registration, the firm simplifies complex financial processes so...
CNM is a premier technical advisory firm delivering high-value accounting and advisory services. With a focus on personalized care, CNM combines enterprise firm expertise with the responsiveness of a boutique, ensuring clients receive exceptional service. The firm partners with businesses of all sizes, from...
Wolfsohn Accounting and Advisory Services delivers expert accounting, tax preparation, and consulting solutions, combining innovation, education, and technology to meet modern challenges...
Wallace Tax and Accounting manages bookkeeping, tax preparation and planning, audits, and IRS tax problem resolution, with staff who work cases personally rather than as a high-volume filing service. Led by K. Michael Wallace, the New York accounting firm is recognized by the Red Awards and TaxBuzz...
Your Business Is Our Purpose. Better Books Better Business.
Your Business Is Our Purpose. Better Books Better Business.
Bookeeps offers project-based and monthly bookkeeping packages, backlog cleanup, financial reviews, and outsourced CFO services for entrepreneurs. Based in Queens, the NYC accounting firm offers 20+ years of experience and takes a personalized, non-cookie-cutter approach to each client's books...
Ledger Labs provides CFO-level financial strategy to small businesses, spanning tax compliance, accounting, bookkeeping, business exit strategy, and controller services. With 12+ years in business, it has served 2,246 clients across healthcare, eCommerce, and manufacturing...
FBSPL provides accounts receivable, payable, reconciliation, and ledger management as part of its outsourced back-office model. Operating since 2006, it serves 550+ clients with a 99.7% work accuracy rate. Fits insurance agencies and finance teams needing scalable, dedicated accounting support...
A trusted full-service accounting firm delivering personalized financial solutions, tax expertise, and consulting services to individuals, businesses, and not-for-profits...
TFX takes care of your business taxes so that you can focus on what matters most.
TFX takes care of your business taxes so that you can focus on what matters most.
TFX offers expertise in small business tax return preparation, entity structuring, tax projections, & IRS letter review with a team of 80+ CPAs, EAs, and JDs. Backed by 20+ years in business, the NYC accounting firm has served 50,000+ clients. Fits S-corps, C-corps, & LLCs seeking senior-level review...
CPA Clinics specializes in company filing, internal controls, credit repair, payroll and tax management, and accounting for businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government institutions. It also runs IRS-authorized free tax clinics (LITC, TCE, VITA) and reports up to 20% in client savings...
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Vserve pairs AI tech with human expertise to drive financial visibility & efficiency, reducing filing errors by 80% & accelerating financial & review cycles by 40%. Its offerings span accounting and financial data management, accounts payable, receivable, reconciliation, & invoice processing...
SmartPA folds bookkeeping and expense management into its outsourced virtual assistant model, pairing dedicated remote staff with an existing tech stack rather than replacing it. Clients include Google, Mattel, and the NHS, and the model scales from occasional support to fully managed teams...
MindSpace was founded in 2007 and offers bookkeeping outsourcing and accounting outsourcing services to individuals and SME’s who are based in the US, UK, Canada, Ireland, and Australia...
Charleston TaxCity is a trusted provider of taxation and bookkeeping services in South Carolina, helping businesses and individuals manage their finances efficiently and accurately. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including bookkeeping, tax preparation, payroll processing, and financial...
Accountants on Air matches business owners with a network of CPAs, EAs, and bookkeepers for tax preparation, audit and assurance, business formation, and payroll across 10+ industries. Fits small business owners wanting a matched local professional over a single fixed firm...
A Single Place to Fulfill Your All Accounting and Finance Management Needs.
A Single Place to Fulfill Your All Accounting and Finance Management Needs.
CapActix builds dedicated, accredited teams for bookkeeping, tax preparation, audit support, and virtual CFO functions, serving as an extended accounting department for CPA firms and small businesses. With 8+ years in business, it has served 480+ clients across 40+ industries and cut costs up to 75%...
Dalerio Consulting pairs accounting with BPO operations, backed by 10+ years of experience. Its offerings include bookkeeping, tax planning and compliance, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Led by 25+ experts, it has completed 850+ projects and has 330+ active clients...
Serving clients who need Assistance in Accounting, Tax Preparation & Payroll Processing.
Serving clients who need Assistance in Accounting, Tax Preparation & Payroll Processing.
BusAcTa assigns U.S. CPA and EA firms a named, dedicated offshore team for tax preparation, bookkeeping, and audit support, with every file reviewed twice under CPA oversight before delivery. Founded in 2019, it serves 20+ firms with a 2-day turnaround and 97% accuracy across a 5-stage quality review...
NYC Bookkeeping Services builds bookkeeping and financial reporting specifically around art and fashion businesses, including monthly statements, fractional CFO support, and audit-ready reports for compliance. Best for creative small businesses that want to avoid generic bookkeeping services...
Frequently Asked Questions About Accountants in NYC
When should I consider hiring an accountant in NYC?
Hire an accountant once your finances become too complex, time-consuming, or risky to manage alone. If you’re starting or restructuring a business, dealing with NYC and New York State tax obligations, filing multi-income or multi-state returns, or managing significant deductions, you will need an accountant's help.
According to IRS data, every small business faces audit and penalty risks that rise with revenue and payroll complexity, making professional oversight critical. An accountant is especially valuable when you’re scaling revenue, hiring employees or contractors, raising capital, or preparing for audits.
How much does it cost to hire an NYC accountant?
The price of hiring an accountant in New York City ranges between $150 and $400 per hour, according to multiple online reports. Agencies also charge flat fees, which can range from $500 to $1500, depending on the financial services.
What should I look for when hiring an accounting firm?
Prioritize credentials, industry experience, and technology adoption. NYC accounting firms with licensed CPAs reduce compliance risk and stay up to date with changing tax laws, accounting tools, and technologies. According to a survey, 71% of accounting firms report that advanced tech adoption directly improves client profitability, enabling faster reporting and fewer errors. Look for experience in your industry and services that match your growth stage, including tax, payroll, forecasting, and advisory, so you don’t need to switch firms when your needs expand.
Communication, retention, and transparent pricing are also essential. According to a survey, high-performing firms maintain 75-85% client retention (vs. ~60-70% for smaller or less established firms), signaling service quality and reliability. Clear pricing, whether hourly, flat-fee, or retainer, prevents surprises and improves long-term value. Firms that explain financials clearly and respond quickly help leaders make faster, better decisions.
What certifications should an accountant in NYC have?
The most important credential for an accountant is the Certified Public Accountant (CPA). They can prepare tax returns, perform audits and attestations, handle financial reporting, and represent clients in many compliance situations. Another key tax-focused credential is the Enrolled Agent (EA), an IRS-issued certification that emphasizes tax expertise and allows representation before the IRS.
Accountants typically have the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) credentials for strategic financial management and corporate accounting, and the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credentials for internal audit and compliance work. Firms serving niche needs may also value specialty certifications like Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
What is the difference between an accounting firm and a CPA firm?
An accounting firm provides bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and financial reporting services. It employs accountants with varying credentials, but they are not required to have licensed CPAs on staff. Accounting firms typically cannot perform audits, reviews, or attestations, and their ability to represent clients before the IRS may be limited depending on staff credentials.
A CPA firm employs one or more licensed Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) and is authorized by the state (New York State Education Department). Only a CPA firm can legally perform audits, reviews, and attest services, required by lenders, investors, and regulators. According to the AICPA, audits and attest engagements are restricted exclusively to CPAs, making CPA firms essential for higher-risk, compliance-driven, or growth-stage businesses.
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