Are you looking for a professional accounting firm for startups to provide strategic financial advice for your growing business? We explored client feedback, startup-related case studies, and industry standings of leading startup accounting services to help businesses like yours discover reputable partners. You can browse our directory and refine your search by location, pricing, minimum budget, team size, and other criteria to find an agency that can effectively help you navigate all accounting and regulatory challenges.
We also meticulously reviewed the services, awards, portfolios, industry reputation, pricing, and client reviews of nearly 100 agencies to bring you a list of the top 10 accounting firms for startups. Check out our featured agencies and their specialties to find the right partner for your accounting needs.
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Notable clients: Trash, Lattice, Airtable, Scale AI, Passage AI
Pilot is an accounting firm for startups that provides bookkeeping, fractional chief financial officer (CFO), and tax services to growing businesses. Its skilled accountants use cutting-edge workflows superior to traditional error-prone accounting. So far, Pilot has helped 1,750+ customers save over $35 million in research and development (R&D) tax savings. Some of the services this startup accounting firm is expert in include finance tools integration, tax, R&D tax credit, building budgets, and fundraising preparation.
Pilot Success Story
Challenge: Trash is a video editing platform that had one of its founders keep company books for two years. Instead of investing time in building the startup's product, Karina Bernacki lost hours manually handling budget reports and other accounting tasks. When the company secured a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant, it needed to provide regular reporting on how the funding was spent. This is when Trash reached out to Pilot.
Solution: When Pilot took over, it synced all Trash's financial accounts, including payroll and accounting cards. The agency reconciled all books and started creating monthly statements, so all books were up to date. Finally, Pilot built custom reports for NSF to keep track of its funds.
Results: Thanks to working with Pilot, Trash now leaves a better impression on investors, having the board focus on strategy instead of financial decisions. NSF funding reports will make it easier for Trash to apply for future grants and raise more funds.
Notable clients: Caraway, Confiant, SETTLE, SunScoop, The Muse
Born out of a VC fund, Graphite Financial provides startup accounting services that include bookkeeping, fractional CFO, and tax. The company has helped several hundred startups with industry-specific accounting and bookkeeping, financial modeling, fundraising, long-term strategic plans, corporate tax filings, sales tax, and more. Graphite Financial specializes in working with businesses from SaaS and tech, eCommerce, health tech and healthcare, biotech, and other spheres.
Graphite Financial Success Story
Challenge: Caraway is a cookware brand that started with a small team and limited funding. As the business began to grow, it became obvious it needed professional assistance with finance and accounting.
Solution: Graphite Financial provided guidance as Caraway navigated scaling its business, which made financial processes more complex. The accounting firm for startups helped the company establish processes for accounts receivable, bill payment, and other essential financial functions.
Results: By having Graphite Financial handle all financial aspects of its business, Caraway didn't have to worry about the intricacies of back-end CPG accounting, and its core team was able to focus on building and expanding the business.
airCFO offers startup accounting services in the fields of accounting, finance, people operations, and tax. Over 300 startups have trusted airCFO with processes like expense management, financial statement preparation, cash flow projections, budgeting, modeling, tax laws, and IRS guidance. With automated tools and tailored advice, airCFO enables startups to easily scale their infrastructure and get a strong hold of their accounting capabilities.
airCFO Success Story
Challenge: Apartment List is an online rental marketplace that has grown to advertise over 5 million rental units on its platform. To support such rapid growth, the company needed assistance from a professional startup accounting firm.
Solution: airCFO took over all accounting and financial initiatives, most notably with account receivables. The company helped customize the delivery of products and services to support the quick expansion of Apartment List’s business.
Results: Apartment List made significant financial savings by outsourcing all finances to airCFO instead of hiring an in-house CFO. Thanks to the accounting firm's flexibility, the startup successfully scaled and eventually hired an internal financial expert to work alongside the airCFO.
Burkland is a company that provides startup accounting services for over 800 venture-backed startup clients. So far, the accounting firm has helped its clients raise over $14.4 billion in funding by letting them focus on business growth while tackling all accounting and financial tasks. Burkland specializes in tax preparation, tax credit research, financial guidance in strategic scaling, bookkeeping, and financial systems.
Burkland Success Story
Challenge: Aletha Health is a healthcare startup that started out by manually running all its accounting processes. During its first rapid growth phase, the company faced challenges in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of its bookkeeping.
Solution: Burkland set out to automate most of Aletha Health’s processes, including integrating its accounting software with its sales platform. All sales data could be handled in one place, enabling Burkland to reconcile transactions at the end of each month.
Results: Thanks to Burkland, Aletha Health now has clean accounting books and automated accounting processes that are quicker and more accurate. Reporting accurate sales taxes protects the business during due diligence and with investors.
Early Growth is the largest national startup accounting firm in the venture capital space. The company is a one-stop shop for all startup financial activities, including fund accounting, equity management, risk management, and financial operations. Early Growth has helped over 5,000 clients, specifically venture capital backed companies, SaaS, life sciences, eCommerce, and technology hardware companies.
Early Growth Success Story
Challenge: Enplug is a startup that transitioned to a SaaS-based model early in its growth phase. As the number of subscribed users grew, the company realized its burning need for professional accounting.
Solution: Early Growth handled transaction categorizations, reviewed and cleaned up line items in the business’ chart of accounts, and streamlined all accounting and financial processes. Besides that, the accounting firm managed monthly close and managing inventory, invoicing, and bill payments.
Results: With Early Growth handling all financial processes, the company could focus on growing the business and attracting more investors. Enplug successfully raised $3.5 million in seed funding and continued to grow.
Notable clients: Scape Technologies, London Filmed, Homevest, Friday, Manyone
Accountancy Cloud is an accounting firm for startups that provides bookkeeping, CFO, and tax services for startups and scale-ups. This startup accounting company covers a wide range of services, including accounting, R&D tax credits, CFO services, invoices, receipts, expenses, taxes, and tax returns. Accountancy Cloud won numerous accolades, such as Accounting Excellence Medium Firm of the Year, British Accountancy Awards Independent Firm of the Year, and Accounting Excellence Innovative Firm of the Year.
Accountancy Cloud Success Story
Challenge: Scape Technologies, a computer-vision startup, needed to file its R&D tax credit claim in a reliable, error-free way. With research and development efforts scattered across multiple platforms, it was difficult to handle the complexity of accounting processes.
Solution: Accountancy Cloud leveraged its expertise to streamline and handle all accounting processes. The firm ensured that R&D credit tracking went flawlessly with a combination of manual and automated work.
Results: Thanks to Accountancy Cloud's help, Scape Technologies could claim £500,000 of R&D tax cash refund and further grow its business.
Learn & Grow Financial is a small team of highly skilled accountants, fractional CFOs, and tax experts focusing on helping startups and growing businesses tackle their financial processes. This startup accounting company uses cutting-edge financial technology to streamline its clients' operations and provide strategic advice and planning as they grow. Learn & Grow Financial specializes in accounts payable, R&D tax credit, revenue growth, and other key performance indicator tracking, as well as accounting automation.
Learn & Grow Financial Success Story
Challenge: Honey is a tech startup that started out with an internal bookkeeper, but as the company grew, it needed high-level support to manage the financial aspects of the expansion.
Solution: Learn & Grow Financial helped Honey manage gross margin and profitability by channel, amortizing expenses and transitioning to accrual-based accounting. The accounting firm for startups ensured that Honey's rewards program was compliant with all financial regulations. Finally, Learn & Grow helped Honey automate payroll and accounts payable processes to handle the large volume of transactions.
Results: Supported by Learn & Grow Financial, Honey managed to scale from 11 to almost 100 employees with the financial infrastructure able to support this growth. Honey gained better insights into its finances, which empowered it to make better financial decisions.
Notable clients: Avidon Health, Ritual, Vetted, Flow Kana, Life Choices Center
Leveraging the power of hi-tech financial solutions, Hiline helps startups and growing businesses manage their accounting. This startup accounting company has provided custom financial solutions to over 300 startups, aiding them with bookkeeping, CFO services, HR and payroll, accounts payable, spending management, and tax. Hiline integrates modern software solutions like QuickBooks Online, Basis FP&A, BILL Accounts Payable, and Spend & Expense software to automate and streamline financial processes.
Hiline Success Story
Challenge: Avidon Health used an external bookkeeper with limited availability, which created operational gaps. A junior team member ran its accounting and finance, and he struggled to tackle more complex issues. The company also lacked timely financial reporting that would help make better financial decisions.
Solution: Within the first month, Hiline performed a historical cleanup of Avidon Health's financial records. The accounting team set up and started tracking important metrics to give the business a better insight into its finances. Hiline provided the consistency and availability that Avidon Health was lacking.
Results: Thanks to Hiline's support, Avidon Health's SVP of Operations could focus on her duties, helping the company scale while making sure the finances were in order.
Milestone is a startup accounting company that helps nonprofits and high-grow businesses with monthly accounting, fractional CFO, financial system design and implementation, payroll, and other services. The firm offers plans tailored to its clients' size and budget, providing anything from weekly bookkeeping to consultancy in financial review and board meetings. Milestone has extensive expertise working with SaaS, startup, and scaleup companies from different industries.
Milestone Success Story
Challenge: DemandJump is a SaaS startup that had to quickly find an accounting firm after its CFO resigned, leaving the company without a dedicated expert to help with growth plan execution.
Solution: Milestone provided startup accounting services, including fractional accounting and CFO services through a combination of the latest financial software and its financial leadership expertise. The accounting firm for startups took over daily bookkeeping and strategic guidance around financial decisions.
Results: The adoption of financial technology allowed DemandJump to improve operational efficiency and information flow. The day-to-day operations enabled the business to successfully prepare for scaling knowing all back-office operations were streamlined.
Schultz & Associates, CPA, provides startup accounting services tailored to industries like dental, veterinary, optometric, construction, and law. The company offers business accounting, tax services, bookkeeping, payroll processing, filing back taxes, and many other startup accounting services. Schultz & Associates has a portfolio of over 200 satisfied clients and specializes in multi-state income tax and multi-state sales tax issues.
Schultz & Associates, CPA Success Story
Challenge: Westland CPA is a plumbing business that has experienced a rapid growth in demand for its services. With the increased volume of accounting tasks, the company needed an outside firm to handle its accounting and bookkeeping. Also, Westland CPA needed a professional for tax preparation (Form 1120S) and tax planning.
Solution: Schultz & Associates provided full-service accounting support that included weekly payroll processing, end-of-year accounting, and tax preparation. The firm helped Westland CPA switch from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online and choose which processes to handle internally. On top of it, Schultz & Associates simplified the invoicing process for long-term projects, assisted in switching to automated bill payment, and streamlined receipt management.
Results: After Schultz & Associates took over accounting, the business had more free time to focus on other activities, adding an extra 2-5 service calls per week and growing its revenue.
How We Picked the Best Startup Accounting Services
To narrow down the top startup accounting services, we reviewed their clients' testimonials, case studies, industry reputation, team expertise, certifications and accolades, and executive management. Our team of agency experts developed a scoring system to measure their overall performance based on several important factors:
Accounting expertise: The scope of financial and accounting services the firm specializes in
Reviews: Quality of work, client satisfaction, timely delivery, and level of trustworthiness
Portfolio: The accounting company's track record of successful collaboration
Awards and press: Financial industry reputation and innovation, awards, and recognitions
Team bios: The agency’s qualifications and team dynamics
Top accounting services: Areas of expertise and industry-specific knowledge
10 Most Popular Accounting Firms for Startups Compared
Agency name
Location
Hourly rate
Size
Best for
Pilot
San Francisco, CA
$1
250-499
Overall
Graphite Financial
New York, NY
Inquire
Under 49
Scaling financial processes
airCFO
Cleveland, OH
Inquire
Under 49
Account receivables
Burkland
San Francisco, CA
Inquire
100-249
Accounting process automation
Early Growth
San Jose, CA
Inquire
50-99
Inventory management
Accountancy Cloud
London, United Kingdom
Inquire
Under 49
R&D tax
Learn & Grow Financial
Los Angeles, CA
Inquire
Under 49
Regulations compliance
Hiline
Syracuse, NY
$1
100-249
Financial records
Milestone
Carmel, IN
Inquire
Under 49
Fractional CFO
Schultz & Associates, CPA
Canton, MI
Inquire
Under 49
Receipt management
Best Startup Accounting Services
30 Companies-Rankings updated: August 19, 2026
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Vserve Ebusiness Solutions is an AI-powered Supply Chain Management and Ecommerce company with 10+ years of global delivery. We provide offshore teams, BPO, procurement, order and inventory management, customer support, and ecommerce solutions to reduce costs and improve efficiency...
Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Vserve Ebusiness Solutions Services
Logistics
Accounting
eCommerce Development
BPO
Call Centers
Web Design
eCommerce
SEO
Customer Support
Phone Answering Services
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Traci Miller
Marcia Maples
Joseph Powell
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Vserve Ebusiness Solutions Reviews & Testimonials
Marie M. Harris Undisclosed at Retail
5.0★
Customer Support Review from Marie M. Harris
Although we have been struggling before, after expanding our influence into mountain wear and watches, it became evident that we needed some professional help. We were offering many new products, and making matters worse, we were present in different foreign markets, which mean many competitors to keep an eye on. After some consultations with the Vserve team, we had no doubts that they were the solution we had been looking for. Thanks to their proven MAP enforcement strategies, maintaining our market position is now easier. We always have accurate pricing information at our fingerprints. I must say, we are really impressed with Vserve.
Danielle W Undisclosed at Retail
5.0★
Customer Support Review from Danielle W
Our company is grateful to have found a collaborative team in Vserve for our Product Information Management. Initially, we were unsure about the quality of product descriptions and their accessibility to our buyers. However, Vserve’s expertise in programming language and business best practices helped us to manage our complete product information and catalog pretty well. The conversion rate excelled our expectations, and our products shot up on Google rankings!
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FACT ADVISORS is a highly respected and experienced financial services firm located in the heart of Las Vegas. With over 15 years of international experience in the financial industry, we bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help you navigate your financial journey successfully...
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$35/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
FACT Advisors Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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HBB
Seamless Construction Inc
Brand Bomb PR
Audi Law
Critically Amused
Growth Holdings
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FACT Advisors Reviews & Testimonials
Connie Le Review from Google
5.0★
Connie Le's Review Sourced from Google
JP did a great job on my tax return. He took the time to go through everything carefully and got me what I needed. Pricing is fair, and while he takes his time, it’s because he’s thorough. I’d recommend him.
Jay Hollingsworth (Big Irish Jay) Review from Google
5.0★
Jay Hollingsworth (Big Irish Jay)'s Review Sourced from Google
Jean-Pierre "JP" was fast, accurate, extremely friendly and answered any questions I presented. I come from a customer service background and his service and ability to explaining things in basic terms without making you feel dumb is GREAT! I HIGHLY recommend JP for any of your needs
Haitham Alnaimat Review from Google
5.0★
Haitham Alnaimat's Review Sourced from Google
The accounting company was fantastic to work with. They prepared my taxes with precision and care, ensuring everything was accurate and filed correctly. Their professionalism and expertise were evident throughout the process. I highly recommend them for anyone needing reliable and efficient accounting services.
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With 15 years of providing HR solutions to nearly 95% of technology enterprises, Reco is emerging as one of the largest IT staffing providers in Vietnam's tech market...
Location
Hanoi, Vietnam
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
3 Projects Listed
Reco Manpower Services
Staff Augmentation
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
Business Consulting
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NAVER
Amazon
FPT
Panasonic
Viettel
SamSung
Nash Tech
Vingroup
KMS
KBTG
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Reco Manpower Reviews & Testimonials
Nguyễn Văn Tính Review from Google
5.0★
Nguyễn Văn Tính's Review Sourced from Google
We are a fintech startup with very specific compliance requirements and Reco grasped those constraints immediately. They did not need hand holding and their solutions were always built with our regulatory context in mind. And HR Đ.K.L Cute !
Huyen Vi Nguyen Review from Google
5.0★
Huyen Vi Nguyen's Review Sourced from Google
I visited Reco’s office during a strategy session and the environment felt very young and energetic. People were collaborative, mostly Gen Z, and the atmosphere felt more like a modern tech hub than a traditional agency.
Vũ Ngọc Review from Google
5.0★
Vũ Ngọc's Review Sourced from Google
We brought Reco in to support our ERP migration project and the quality of their work throughout was exceptional. Every deliverable met the brief precisely and the attention to detail made the whole rollout so much smoother.
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Great performance with SplashDev: Reliable Dynamics 365 solutions!
SplashDev recommends and implements the best CRM and ERP solutions on the market with solution stack on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 platform. Those are our strong drivers that help us set new standards when it comes to providing the greatest possible service to our clients...
Location
Bucharest, Romania
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$1000/hr
SplashDev Services
Software Development
Software Testing
CRM Consulting
ERP Consulting
IT Services
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
Business Consulting
Accounting
Public Relations
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Turning Accounting and Tax Services into Strategic Growth Opportunities
KFN Accounting & Financial, LLC is a premier consulting firm in Illinois, offering expert accounting, tax planning, CFO services, and business consulting tailored to small and medium-sized businesses. With a commitment to integrity and personalized solutions, we help clients optimize their financial resources...
Location
Deerfield, Illinois
Number of Employees
Under 49
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
KFN Accounting & Financial, LLC Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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Bitrupt specializes in transforming ideas into successful digital products. We offer custom software development, mobile and web application development, product consulting, UI/UX design, and AI solutions. By combining technical expertise with strategic thinking, we help businesses unlock new opportunities...
Location
Dover, Delaware
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
2 Projects Listed
Bitrupt Services
Web Development
Software Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Customer Support
Accounting
BPO
IT Compliance Solution
Cloud Consulting
Staff Augmentation
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Powering Business Intelligence with AI-Driven Data Support
Data-Entry-India.com is a global Data & AI operations partner. Serving 3,850+ clients across 50+ countries, we specialize in enterprise data operations, AI training data services, digital commerce data support, data research and intelligence services, and document and content-related support...
Location
New Delhi, India
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Data-Entry-India.com Services
Big Data Analytics
BPO
AI Development
Managed Services
Business Consulting
Market Research
Accounting
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Pepsico
Expedia
Nielzen
Corzen
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Data-Entry-India.com Reviews & Testimonials
Alex M. Business Analyst at eCommerce Company
5.0★
Data Entry Review from Alex M.
Our team was overwhelmed with the large volume of raw data we had to process daily. Data-Entry-India.com stepped in and alleviated this burden by efficiently and quickly processing this data into a structured format. By taking care of data cleaning and validation, their team allowed us to focus on core tasks involving data analysis and decision-making, significantly boosting our productivity.
Carlos R. CEO at Travel Startup
5.0★
Data Entry Review from Carlos R.
We needed a reliable service provider who could scrape travel deals data from various websites for our company. We are glad that someone recommended Data-Entry-India.com to us. Their team understood our requirements and provided us with structured and accurate data from specified web sources. Their expertise in handling complex scraping projects has made a significant impact on our operations.
James P. Project Manager at Tech Company
5.0★
Data Entry Review from James P.
We needed thousands of street photos labeled for our self-driving car project. The team of Data-Entry-India.com provided us with high-quality labeled datasets by annotating over 5000 images on CVAT in half the time we expected. Their work helped us improve the accuracy of our object detection algorithm significantly.
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Artifin Accountants, A trusted team of CIMA Certified Chartered Accountants
Artifin Accountants is a UK-based accounting and tax firm led by Mr. Rahim Uddin, providing reliable and well-structured financial services for growing businesses...
Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
1 Project Listed
Artifin Accountants Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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Maxwell Property Ltd
UK National Gas Ltd
The Angel Social Group Ltd
Knives By Sapega Ltd
Hawkeye Security Support Services Ltd
Bohemian Craft Ltd
Link Property Services Ltd
Eximus Education Ltd
Tower Energy Ltd
Veggie MasterChef Ltd
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Artifin Accountants Reviews & Testimonials
Paco de la Coba Review from Google
5.0★
Paco de la Coba's Review Sourced from Google
I have been working with Artifin Accountants for many years and I am extremely satisfied with their service. They are professional, reliable and always available to answer questions or provide clear advice.What I value most is their attention to detail and their ability to explain complex tax and financial matters in a simple and practical way. They have helped me manage my accounts efficiently and with complete peace of mind.I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a trustworthy and knowledgeable accountant.Special thanks to Mr Rahim!
Tugce Iriyari Review from Google
5.0★
Tugce Iriyari's Review Sourced from Google
Artifin Team has always been a great support for us. Our queries have been resolved on a timely manner and perfectly and submission of accounts are always on time. I would highly recommend their services.
Iliyan Kuzmanov Review from Google
5.0★
Iliyan Kuzmanov's Review Sourced from Google
Highly Professional and ReliableWe have been working with Artifin Accountants since 2022 for both our corporate and personal accounting. They are consistently professional, easy to reach, and provide clear, accurate advice. Highly recommended for any business owner looking for a dependable team.
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From individuals and entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized businesses, right through to large corporations and government bodies, our administrative assistants are helping our clients become more efficient by streamlining their processes...
Location
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$24/hr
SmartPA Services
Customer Support
BPO
Market Research
Transcription Services
Translation Services
HR Outsourcing
Call Centers
Accounting
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Cox-London
Complete Refinish
Collette CWMedia
Krispy Kreme
Total Oil and Gas
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SmartPA Reviews & Testimonials
Vicky Grobbelaar Review from Google
5.0★
Vicky Grobbelaar's Review Sourced from Google
Mandy has been a huge asset to Ethiqs and a lovely person to work with, efficient and friendly and a great team backing her. Highly recommended.
Pedro Mendoza Review from Google
5.0★
Pedro Mendoza's Review Sourced from Google
Holly has been a great help recently both in terms of my business and personal affairs. I am in the process of making some business structure changes in my private dental practice and she has assisted me with all the lengthy paperwork, ensuring that everything is in order. In addition, she has assisted me in researching properties and locations. I would not hesitate in recommending her services as her support has been invaluable to me at this extremely busy time and has allowed me to focus on my patients.Highly recommended +++++
Alexandra Stewart Review from Google
5.0★
Alexandra Stewart's Review Sourced from Google
Terri has been an incredible SmartPA assistant for our family over the past 18 months. Her support has been invaluable in managing our busy work and home administrative tasks. Throughout our travels across Europe, the US, and Canada, as well as during our recent move to a new house and country, Terri has been there for us every step of the way. In particular, I have appreciated that Terri has used great judgment in assessing options on all fronts and hasn't just gone for the easy road of blindly following orders. I have trusted her as a "second me" and that has been so helpful. We couldn't have done any of this without her!
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Bay Forward is a multinational ecosystem service provider and technology consulting firm specializing in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementations, artificial intelligence, and financial management. They help businesses automate operations and scale by providing fractional CFO services, bookkeeping...
Location
Miami Lakes, Florida
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Bay Forward Services
Branding
Digital Strategy
Web Development
UI/UX Design
CRO
Digital Marketing
AI Development
ERP Consulting
Big Data Analytics
Accounting
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Bridging The Gap Between Affordable Talent And Global Opportunities
DivVerse LLC is a technology outsourcing and staff augmentation company located in the US. We specialize in fulfilling software development and AI talent from Africa, for startups and small-medium tech enabled organizations in the US looking to build affordable and highly efficient offshore teams...
Location
Round Rock, Texas
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Divverse Services
Software Development
AI Development
Staff Augmentation
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
Mobile App Development
eCommerce Development
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Burkland is a full-service finance, accounting and people operations consulting company. We provide CFO, accounting, finance and people operations services across industries and at all stages of growth...
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Burkland Services
Accounting
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Yardzen
Built Robotics
Doodles
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Burkland Reviews & Testimonials
Eric Day Review from Google
5.0★
Eric Day's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Burkland has been exceptional. Their responsive service and guidance through our early-stage startup journey were invaluable, ultimately contributing to a successful exit. Steve Lord's expertise was particularly impactful. I've engaged Burkland multiple times for different companies and would absolutely work with them again. Highly recommended for startups seeking top-tier financial consulting, guidance, and leadership.
Magdalena Puchała Review from Google
5.0★
Magdalena Puchała's Review Sourced from Google
Jessica has made a huge difference to our startup. We started working with Burkland after a firm which communication was bad, responses shady and chasing them was the norm. With Jessica the experience is the complete opposite - she behaves as part of the team, drives initiatives, ensures our startup's financial and tax compliance along with her team and is extremely efficient in communication. What a great choice we've made!
Alexis Garbarino Review from Google
1.0★
Alexis Garbarino's Review Sourced from Google
I hired Burkland Associates to help our family-owned business transition from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online. We have been in business since 1973, and while I understand that Burkland focuses on startups, we had been informed their team could help us with the significant accounting overhaul we needed as an established business. Unfortunately, our experience was far from what we expected.From the very start, working with Emily Felceti was frustrating and unprofessional. Despite making it clear that our books were outdated and our accounting needs were complex, Emily’s attitude was dismissive, and she provided no meaningful support. When my mother joined the conversation, Emily became increasingly rude. There was only one virtual meeting between the three of us during which Emily appeared overwhelmed with the task of training small business owners, and she never provided the training we needed. Afterward, Emily canceled every meeting we tried to schedule and failed to follow through on any commitments.Due to Emily's lack of responsiveness, I eventually reached out to Karina Kongo, who had helped us during the initial stages of the transition. Karina was helpful, but by this point, we had already been left without the support we desperately needed.Burkland unexpectedly dropped us as clients in the middle of our work without completing the transition, leaving us in a difficult position. We did not pay the final invoice because the work was left unfinished, and we were left to manage the transition ourselves. Burkland then turned the unpaid invoice over to collections, and the correspondence included an internal email from Emily, in which she inaccurately and unprofessionally described us as “very rude and difficult to train.” In reality, there was only one meeting, and during that time, Emily was neither helpful nor responsive to our needs.While I believe that Burkland Associates may have strong team members suited to startup-focused projects, our experience was a significant disappointment. Emily's lack of professionalism, poor communication, and mishandling of the transition was a major setback for our business. As a small family-owned business, this left us in a very challenging situation. We were wildly frustrated and disappointed with how this relationship was handled, and I would not recommend Burkland Associates to established businesses seeking reliable support.
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OneXHub Build your global team. Automate your operations. Grow without limits. We help startups and scaling companies go global fast. Whether you need vetted tech talent in 25+ countries or custom-built automation tools, we deliver...
Location
Herzliya, Israel
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
OneXHub Ltd Services
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
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Accounting People is a UK-based firm providing expert accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll, audit, and compliance services. Our fully qualified team combines expertise with a people-first approach, delivering proactive, transparent, and tailored solutions. From cloud accountancy to wealth management, we give...
Location
Stanmore, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$30/hr
Accounting People Ltd Services
Accounting
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Surjj Legal
Stand-up and Deliver
Mildmay Community Centre
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MB Aggan Review from Google
5.0★
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I have been with Ian since 2008/2009 and I couldn't recommend him and his team more highly. When I first became a client he was a one-man band. Over the years he has grown his business into a successful practice with a very knowledgable and professional team. Despite that growth he has never lost the personal touch that made me choose him in the first place.Even though I am a small business, Ian has always made me feel like a valued client. He never fails to give me his time, answering my questions and providing clear practical advice whenever I need it.I'd also like to mention Saad who has been an excellent support, very knowledgable and always willing to help.After more than 15 years of exceptional service I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Ian and his team to anyone looking for an accountant they can trust.Mardik Babaian
Emin Thorose Review from Google
5.0★
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We’ve been using Accounting People for many years now and couldn’t be happier with the service from Ian and his team. They are always professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable.A special mention to Fawad, who is always especially helpful nothing is ever too much trouble, and he consistently goes above and beyond to support us with anything we need. It’s a huge reassurance knowing everything is being handled properly.Highly recommend Accounting People to anyone looking for reliable and friendly accountants!
Will Brereton Review from Google
5.0★
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I started my own limited company back in June 2025 and needed an accountant to manage the financial side of things for me as I had no idea what I was doing! I was recommended Accounting People and since we've been working together I've got nothing but good things to say about them. Fawad is very professional, knows the answers to all my questions and keeps me updated on everything at all times. He also replies to any emails I send almost immediately which is very impressive. I'm really happy with Accounting People and would highly recommend them!
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Phoenix Knight Financial Services is a trusted partner for individuals and businesses seeking clarity and confidence in their finances. With over 20 years of experience in tax, bookkeeping, and accounting, we deliver reliable, affordable, and tailored solutions across Canada. Our proactive approach goes...
Location
New Westminster, Canada
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Phoenix Knight Financial Services Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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Robin has helped us handle a pile of overdue taxes and we are so grateful for his help and understanding. Its been such a relief to find someone genuine to help us sort out our business and personal taxes.
Sean Schjelderup Review from Google
5.0★
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Robin and his team are very knowledgeable and trustworthy. They help explain taxes and our taxation system in an easy yet professional way that I truly appreciate. I highly recommend Robin for any Accounting and/or Bookkeeping Services.
Carolina Gómez Review from Google
5.0★
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Highly recommended! We’ve been working with Phoenix, specifically with Robin, for our tax inquiries and business accounting, and the experience has been exceptional. He is efficient, knowledgeable, and consistently responsive. What stands out most is his ability to clearly explain each process and take the time to simplify complex tasks, making everything more streamlined and manageable. We truly value his support and expertise.
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We provide real-time bookkeeping and accounting services to businesses that update their books frequently so they may evaluate their financial success. We want to be recognized as the #1 firm for businesses worldwide, offering top-tier financial services...
Location
Claymont, Delaware
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$12/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Profitjets Services
Accounting
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Enact
Shvasa
Metaplan
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Rashma Paul Review from Google
5.0★
Rashma Paul's Review Sourced from Google
I had a great experience working with ProfitJets as an accounting firm. Their team was professional, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They provided clear guidance, maintained excellent communication, and handled everything with attention to detail. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable and efficient accounting support.
Swathi E Review from Google
5.0★
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I had a great experience using Profit Jets for our business bookkeeping, and they were excellent. Their team was professional, fast, and helpful. The reports were clear and useful for decision-making. We’re very happy with their service and would recommend them to others.
Tanuja Hadimani Review from Google
5.0★
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I had a great experience with Profit Jets for my accounting needs.. Their team is professional, responsive, and handles everything accurately. Highly reliable service!
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Flux Accounting & Taxation is a trusted accounting firm based in London, serving businesses across the UK. We offer a full range of accounting services, including bookkeeping, VAT registration and returns, payroll support, management accounts, and moreall designed to keep your finances clear, compliant, and...
Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$5/hr
Flux Accounting & Taxation Services
Accounting
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SR Traders
BigVentures
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G. C. Review from Google
5.0★
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Flux Accounting executed our Employee Retention Tax Credit efficiently and intelligently. We received our IRS refund checks ahead of the anticipated time and there were no mistakes in Flux Accountings document submissions to IRS.
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Staffona HR Solutions is an Egypt-based HR outsourcing and Employer of Record (EOR) provider helping startups and international companies hire, manage payroll, and ensure labor law compliance without establishing a local entity...
Location
Alexandria, Egypt
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Staffona Services
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
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FJL Financial delivers proactive financial support tailored to UK SMEs, blending extensive industry knowledge with a hands-on, collaborative approach. We help business owners streamline their finances, uncover growth opportunities, and build long-term success through customised accounting, advisory, and...
Location
London, United Kingdom
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
FJL Financial Services
Business Consulting
Accounting
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Tax Expert Today LLC helps individuals and business owners reduce tax liability through proactive planning, not just year-end filing. We focus on identifying opportunities most firms miss, including structuring income, optimizing deductions, and planning ahead so clients are not overpaying. Whether you are...
Location
Naples, Florida
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Tax Expert Today LLC Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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Allianze Infosolution is a leading BPO and AI data automation company in the USA offering data processing, virtual assistance, finance, healthcare, and engineering solutions...
Location
Denver, Colorado
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$20/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Allianze Infosolution Services
BPO
Accounting
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Meru Accounting is a global accounting and bookkeeping firm specializing in cloud-based solutions for small to mid-sized businesses. With expertise in platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and BillQuick, we help businesses streamline finances, stay compliant, and make smarter financial decisionsefficiently and...
Location
Ahmedabad, India
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Meru Accounting Services
Accounting
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Kaycie Graham Review from Google
5.0★
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I highly recommend Meru Accounting for subcontracting support. As a bookkeeping firm owner, having dependable help behind the scenes is everything, and Meru has been an excellent partner for my business. I have a dedicated Meru specialist who works exclusively with me, and he has been incredible. He is reliable, detail oriented, and always willing to jump in and support my business however needed. He consistently takes on the projects I don’t want to spend time on, which helps me stay focused on my clients and the higher level work. Meru Accounting has been a great extension of my team.
Arjun Merwade Review from Google
1.0★
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We tried their services for few months and found them to be very unprofessional and unethical. There is no transparency in billing. Initially they will do marketing gimmicks and come up with amazing pricing structure which is hard to believe and then once you enter into contract, they will show the true pricing which is very expensive. Also the staff who handle your accounts don't even know fundamentals of accounting, most of the time you end up training them. Very Disgusting people. We had to terminate their contract and re-assign the entire work to another qualified professional
Bruce Wilson Review from Google
1.0★
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I terminated Meru's services after three months. Google deleted my original review so I'm posting it again as photos. See attached. I have also noticed that Google has deleted the last 4 negative reviews for Meru. That's very odd.
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Navya Nexus Pvt Ltd is a modern HR and digital solutions company offering resume writing, LinkedIn branding, recruitment support, HR consulting, and AI-driven business automation for global clients...
Location
Pune, India
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Navya Nexus Pvt Ltd Services
Branding
Digital Marketing
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
SEO
Email Marketing
Content Marketing
PPC
Social Media Marketing
AI Development
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DHL
XYZ
ExtraMile
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Tagat Das Review from Google
5.0★
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Navya Nexus has been a game-changer for my career growth 🚀. From expert HR consulting to resume enhancement and LinkedIn optimization, their support truly strengthened my professional profile ✨. The team is highly skilled, responsive, and committed to delivering real results. I strongly recommend Navya Nexus for anyone looking to advance their career with top-notch HR and digital branding solutions 🙌.”
ranjana gaikwad Review from Google
5.0★
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Navya Nexus completely elevated my resume and LinkedIn profile ✨. Their team is exceptionally professional, quick to respond, and truly understands client needs 🚀. The entire experience was seamless, impactful, and confidence-boosting. I highly recommend their HR & digital solutions to anyone serious about career growth 🙌🔥.”
Snehal Gaikwad Review from Google
5.0★
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“Navya Nexus truly transformed my resume and LinkedIn profile ✨. The team is highly professional, super responsive, and has a deep understanding of what clients really need 🚀. Their expertise and support made the whole process smooth and impactful. I would highly recommend their HR & digital solutions to anyone looking to grow in their career 🙌🔥.”
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Companies Next is a dedicated business support firm in India that helps entrepreneurs turn their ideas into legally registered and well-managed companies. From company formation to ongoing compliance and tax support, the team provides clear guidance and dependable service, making complex business processes...
Location
Gurgaon, India
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$200/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Companies Next Services
Accounting
Business Consulting
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SolutionBowl is a Gurgaon-based digital solutions company founded in 2017, helping startups, SMEs, and enterprises across NCR and India grow smarter through technology and marketing. We specialize in mobile app development, custom ERP systems, web development, branding, and performance marketing, online...
Location
Gurgaon, India
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$1/hr
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Solution Bowl Services
Web Development
Digital Marketing
Mobile App Development
Software Development
Accounting
Branding
Public Relations
Creative Services
IT Services
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Ethos Education
World of Rice
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Simran singh Review from Google
5.0★
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I am very happy to work at Solution Bowl. The company provides a positive and supportive work environment. The management is helpful and encourages learning and growth. The team members are cooperative, and it is a great place to develop skills and gain new experiences.
Manya Yadav Review from Google
5.0★
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Solution Bowl is a growing IT and business consulting company that provides services like web development, digital marketing, ERP solutions, and business consulting. The company offers a good learning environment for freshers and interns, where they can gain practical experience in real projects. The team is supportive and the work culture encourages skill development and innovation
Jattin Kumar Review from Google
5.0★
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I have been working at Solution Bowl for almost 2–3 years, and my experience has been truly great. The work environment here is very positive, and the team is always supportive.We follow a daily EOD culture, which keeps everything clear and well-organized. The team is patient, hardworking, and also knows how to enjoy the work — which makes working here really enjoyable.Everyone understands each other’s needs and respects each other.Overall, Solution Bowl is a great company where you can learn, grow, and enjoy your work.
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FindQ provides recruitment, payroll, RPO, and offshore hiring solutions. Build scalable teams faster with expert staffing and talent acquisition services...
Location
Tiruppur, India
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$1/hr
FindQ Services
HR Outsourcing
Accounting
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Softworks
Kanini
BICS Global
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Ashok G Review from Google
5.0★
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I had a smooth interview experience with FindQ for an Python position. The process was well-structured, and the team explained the technical expectations clearly. A good platform for freshers who want to start and grow their career in IT.
U.aswini Ulaganathan Review from Google
5.0★
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As a senior team member, I’ve seen real growth here both personally and professionally. The leadership is supportive, and the culture allows you to take ownership and lead with confidence.
Nithi Shree Review from Google
5.0★
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From the beginning, FindQ made things simple for me. Their updates and support were very helpful throughout. I definitely recommend them as one of the best staffing companies in Tiruppur.
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We Help You Build, Launch, And Grow Faster And Smarter
At InfiniMorph Consulting, we are passionate about empowering businesses through smart, scalable, and reliable solutions. From launching your startup to streamlining your operations, we offer end-to-end business and tech services designed to help you grow with confidence...
Location
Delhi, India
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$37/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
InfiniMorph Consulting Services
Web Development
Mobile App Development
UI/UX Design
Branding
Digital Marketing
SEO
eCommerce Development
AI Development
Accounting
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An accounting firm for startups is a company that helps new businesses handle their financial tasks, such as bookkeeping, cash flow management, taxation, etc. By hiring an accounting company, startups can ensure that all financial transactions are made and booked in compliance with the laws and regulations. This helps keep track of the company's finances and avoid risking any irregularities that can result in high money penalties or startup shutdowns.
One example of a successful project is the collaboration between a health and wellness startup and Mercurius Advisory Services accounting firm. The client had an issue with inaccurately maintained books and lacked staff with adequate accounting knowledge to handle the problem. Mercurius Advisory Services provided proper categorization of credit card transactions and bank statements and matched all accounts receivables with Zoho Inventory, Amazon, Shopify, and Stripe accounts. Thanks to this, the startup was relieved of all accounting concerns and free to focus on core areas of its business.
What services do accounting firms provide for startups?
Accounting firms provide everything from basic bookkeeping to financial advising for their startup clients.
Their responsibilities are typically:
Bookkeeping services: Keeping a record of all financial transactions and organizing them
Tax compliance: Maximizing tax benefits, decreasing tax liability, and providing another kind of tax guidance
Financial management: Cash flow management, budgeting, and similar services
Financial modeling: Creating a model to attract potential investors
Financial reporting: Creating comprehensive reports for startup stakeholders and investors
Business planning: Strategic organization of financial goals
Risk management: Mitigating financial risks to safeguard against potential issues
Advisory services: Help with financial business decisions such as investments or succession planning
An example of a successful collaboration that included accounting services delivery is the one between Mercurius Advisory Services and a USA-based landscaping business. The landscaping firm had trouble recording invoices and payments with the QuickBooks Desktop software. Therefore, the startup accounting company provided the following services:
Reconciling merchant account deposits with bank deposits
Creating invoices and recording payments
Categorizing and reconciling accounts
Un-deposited fund balance rectification
Financial reporting
The client was happy with the services received that it decided to continue working with Mercurius Advisory Services and even hired the firm to help migrate accounts to another bookkeeping software.
What is the difference between startup accounting services and bookkeeping?
The difference between startup accounting services and bookkeeping is in the scope of work delivered to the client. Bookkeeping is just one part of accounting services that entails tracking and organizing a startup's financial transactions. In contrast, startup accounting services usually include bookkeeping and other supporting tasks that can range from tax compliance to financial advising.
For instance, common startup bookkeeping services include:
Keeping records of customers' payments and invoices
Maintaining accounts receivable
Reconciling bank and credit card accounts
Payroll management
Accounting services for startups typically include:
Bookkeeping
Taxing
Financial management and reporting
Risk management
Financial advising
How much do startup accounting services cost?
Startup accounting services costs start from around $600 per month for basic bookkeeping. Several factors affect the price of accounting services for startups:
The volume of transactions: Accounting price goes up for a large number of monthly transactions
The complexity of transactions: Some transactions, like prepaid Facebook advertising, require monthly updates and take more time
The client doing some bookkeeping: Some startups take on basic payment tasks, which can lower the accounting price
Using accounting software: Investing in an accounting software tool will save money and costs
The top 50 startup accounting agencies on DesignRush charge an average of $98/hour. Roughly 32% of the startup accounting companies on DesignRush accept projects with a minimum budget of less than $1,000, while 4% require a $50,000+ minimum budget.
Why should I hire a startup accounting service?
You should hire a startup accounting service to keep track of your finances, eliminate bookkeeping errors, and ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations. Hiring a startup accounting service can provide specialized expertise, cost savings, scalability, and strategic insights, all of which are essential for the growth and success of a new business.
Some of the benefits of hiring a startup accounting firm include:
Avoid common startup pitfalls: According to a survey, running out of money or failing to raise capital is the number one reason startups fail. An accounting firm can help minimize these risks.
Reduce the risk of errors: An accounting professional has the necessary expertise to ensure all tasks are done according to financial laws.
Provide financial advice: When considering important business decisions around investments, startup founders can consult an accounting company and get guidance.
Cost optimization: If your startup has good revenue but a stagnant profit, an accounting firm can find the source of problems like unnecessary expenses or overpriced investments.
Time saving: Startups have few employees and can benefit from delegating all financial tasks to an accounting company so they can focus on other responsibilities.
An example of a successful collaboration is a healthcare billing startup that hired an accounting firm called Invensis to help overcome billing and payment process challenges in receiving payments from patients. Invensis identified an outdated approach to invoicing as one of the problems and established different payment options. As a result, the client saw an improvement of almost 80% in recovering outstanding payments and a nearly 90% reduction in bad debt.
How do I choose the best accounting firm for my startup business?
Choosing the best accounting firm for your startup involves several key considerations. You want to ensure that the firm meets your specific needs and can support your business effectively as it grows. To choose the right accounting firm for your startup business, consider the company’s experience in your industry, its portfolio of services, pricing plans, and client reviews.
Based on your company's needs, you should focus on these steps:
Identify your goals: Define which financial processes you want to take care of internally and which you want to outsource. Make a list of all the areas where you need expert help.
Find the right expertise: Look for a startup accounting company with experience in the services you need. Browse through DesignRush’s Agency Directory to find ideal candidates for the job. Some companies provide only bookkeeping and taxing services while others offer financial advising for startups.
Set a budget: Determine the monthly amount you can invest in accounting.
Evaluate their pricing structure: Understand the firm’s pricing model. Some agencies charge hourly rates, while others offer fixed-fee packages. Make sure the pricing is transparent and aligns with your budget. Ask about any additional fees that might arise.
Review agency experience: Ask for a portfolio of relevant work, case studies, reviews, and clients you can contact for feedback. Ideally, the agency should have tangible results with companies from your industry.
Evaluate communication and responsiveness: Good communication is vital. Confirm the firm is responsive, easy to communicate with, and willing to explain complex financial concepts in understandable terms. Quick and clear communication can save time and prevent misunderstandings.
Ask about the processes: Find out how the accounting firm handles all finances, what inputs and documents it needs from you, etc.
Inquire about analytics and reporting: Ask the agency how it tracks finances and if it uses any kind of accounting software for reporting.
Interview: Set up interviews with prospective startup accounting companies to discuss the project in detail and determine if they fit your team well.
Make a decision: After reviewing the RFPs, choose the best-suited agency and establish all project development processes.
If you need a custom-made list of accounting firms for startups, contact us. Our team will match you with the most suitable agencies based on your list of requirements. You can browse our Marketplace for more details.
How do I find the best startup accounting service on DesignRush that fits my budget?
To find the best startup accounting service on DesignRush that fits your budget, use the filtering feature to sort agencies by minimal budgets in ascending order or by hourly rate from lowest to highest.
If you have a limited budget, look for agencies that accept projects under $1,000. Accounting firms like Remofirst, Upcloud Accounting, BOMCAS, Treewalk Consulting Inc., and CCC Capital CPA require a minimal budget below $1,000. The average hourly rate changes from country to country, so you may consider hiring an agency outside the US that offers more affordable rates.
What are the key success metrics in accounting firms for startups?
The key success metrics in accounting firms for startups are related mostly to the volume of processed invoices, error rates, processing costs, and time needed to complete certain tasks.
Common startup accounting metrics include:
Days Payable Outstanding (DPO): The average number of days it takes for a startup to pay its bills
Cost per invoice: The average cost of processing a single invoice
Invoice exception rate: The percentage of invoices that have incorrect information and require manual intervention
Invoice cycle time: The average time it takes to complete an invoice from receipt to payment
Payment error rate: The rate of payments that have issues such as duplicate payments, incorrect amounts, etc.
Error resolution time: Total time spent resolving errors divided by the number of errors
Accounts Payable Expense as a Percentage of Revenue: Total costs of accounting compared to startup revenue
Electronic invoices rate: The number of electronic invoices divided by the total of electronic and paper invoices
Client profitability: Total revenue coming from a single client subtracted by job-related costs
Job profitability: The difference between job-related costs and revenue from a single job
Client retention rate: The difference between the total number of clients at the beginning and the end of a set timeframe, which excludes any new customers acquired, calculated in percentages
New client growth rate: The difference between the total number of clients at the end and at the beginning of a set timeframe, calculated in percentages
Employee productivity: Total startup revenue divided by the number of employees
What questions should I ask before hiring accounting services for startups?
You should ask accounting services for startups about their experience with startups and your industry, the accounting software and tools they use, the services they provide, and the approach they will take to managing your finances.
These include the following:
Its Relevant Background
How many years of experience do you have in accounting for startups?
Do you have a portfolio with startup clients?
What certifications and licenses do your team members have?
Do you have experience working with startups from my industry? Are you familiar with its specifics?
Its Services and Processes
How do you plan to handle my finances?
What strategies will you use to optimize costs?
What records should I keep? Which documents will you require from me monthly?
Do you offer financial advising for startups?
Can you help me handle investments and improve my business decisions?
What are my tax obligations?
Will I get a dedicated accountant or a team of people?
Do you have experience with fundraising and M&A?
What is your accounting plan for when the startup grows?
Related to Your Project
How do we define monthly deliverables? What happens if they still need to be met?
Who are the key team members in charge of my accounting?
What metrics will you use to optimize accounting processes?
How often will you provide us with status reports and relevant metrics?
What is the planned budget? Are there any additional costs we can expect?
What kind of additional support and financial advising can you provide?
What are the best accounting firms for startups in the US?
The best 5 accounting firms for startups in the US are:
Top clients: The Co-Group, Home Caring, Flow, MH London
Discover more about these and other startup accounting firms by scrolling through our list of agencies. All the companies were carefully selected based on successful projects, industry reputation, customer reviews, and team expertise. Personalize your search and sort companies by location, budget size, hourly rates, and reviews.
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