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Best Tax Firms

619 Companies - Rankings updated: August 25, 2026

All tax firms listed on DesignRush are assessed based on professional credentials, service expertise, and verified client feedback. Some placements may be paid.

  • Accelerating Growth

    Accelerating Growth

    Korfshore is a global outsourcing partner delivering smart, scalable, and high-performance offshore teams across multiple industries. We help businesses reduce costs, streamline operations, and access specialized talent in finance, technology, logistics, healthcare, and back-office support. With a strong...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • A Better Way to Build Your Team

    A Better Way to Build Your Team

    NetBounce Global is an offshore staffing company that helps CPAs and accounting firms in the U.S. & Canada build and manage high-performing offshore remote accounting teams. By focusing on co-sourcing rather than outsourcing, We ensure long-term cultural alignment and strong day-to-day integration...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $11/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Innovate today, lead tomorrow.

    Innovate today, lead tomorrow.

    Berlin-based consultants helping you grow through smart strategies and a practical approach. We focus on leadership, process improvement, and sustainable growth. Whether refining operations or exploring new markets, we provide clarity and steady support...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    Location
    Berlin, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Luxury Construction Starts Here

    Luxury Construction Starts Here

    B West Builders is a Los Angeles-based general contracting company specializing in luxury residential remodeling, custom home construction, and high-end commercial renovation projects. The firm provides comprehensive construction services including home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, home...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Latin Americas leading provider of integrated legal, accounting & recruitment services

    Latin Americas leading provider of integrated legal, accounting & recruitment services

    Established in 2014, the Biz Latin Hub Group emerged with a mission to assist both local and international enterprises engaged in global business endeavors. Our comprehensive and seamlessly integrated range of back-office solutions encompasses everything from company establishment, accounting, and taxation to...

    Top Services:

    • HR Outsourcing
    • BPO
    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Bogota, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We are passionate about accounting and financial services.

    We are passionate about accounting and financial services.

    K Partners delivers financial advice using three main principles: Integrity, Transparency & Partnership. Helping clients create financial prosperity for their businesses, families and futures is incredibly rewarding for our team...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Affordable Accounting And Tax Accountant Expert

    Affordable Accounting And Tax Accountant Expert

    At Gondaliya CPA Professional Corporation, we are your trusted business tax accountants and corporate tax experts in Toronto. With more than 10 years of committed bookkeeping and tax service, our mission is to provide AFFORDABLE, practical, and accurate tax filing solutions for small and medium-sized...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Growth isn't optional, It's our mission

    Growth isn't optional, It's our mission

    At SphereGrow, we believe that success comes from targeting the right people with the right message at the perfect time. By sparking interest and igniting desire, we drive meaningful actions that convert prospects into loyal customers. Our process is about more than just marketingits about building lasting...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Harīpur, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • IT, Business, BPO, Audit, Tax and Advisory are just the beginning.

    IT, Business, BPO, Audit, Tax and Advisory are just the beginning.

    Grant Thornton LLP (US) is an IT, project management, audit, tax, AgTech, and BPO company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with over 50 U.S. offices and access to a global network or member firms in over 135 countries. We offer a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, operations, technology and...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Software Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Outcome-Focused Software Solutions

    Outcome-Focused Software Solutions

    OneEKO Technologies is a software development agency building custom solutions for small businesses. We specialize in web applications, mobile apps, and AI integration, helping local businesses like restaurants, gyms, law firms, and retail stores compete with modern technology. Our flagship product KaiScout...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Excellent Bookkeeping with a Professional Edge

    Excellent Bookkeeping with a Professional Edge

    We provide bookkeeping, tax preparation and IRS Debt Help (IRS Representation) Servcices to individuals and businesses...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Tallahassee, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Tariff Refunds Are Here

    Tariff Refunds Are Here

    Armanino is one of the largest independent accounting and business consulting firms in the United States, serving clients across more than 100 countries. The firm provides AI-backed accounting, advisory, tax, digital transformation, and business consulting solutions designed to help organizations navigate...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    San Ramon, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • KWC specializes in providing tax, audit, accounting and business advisory services for businesses, individuals, estates, trusts, non-profit organizations, and employee benefit plans. Our diverse client base served includes industries such as professional service firms, government contractors, non-profits...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Alexandria, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Trusted Accounting & Financial Guidance Since 1976

    Trusted Accounting & Financial Guidance Since 1976

    In keeping with our overall goal of helping make clients successful, the partners and staff of Neil & Company CPAs, P.C. provide a broad range of services. Our team includes experienced accountants with a broad range of expertise, offering clients both a broad perspective and a narrow, targeted focus on the...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Bozeman, Montana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Empowering Organizations to Thrive.

    Empowering Organizations to Thrive.

    Our clients seldom refer to us as their accountant because they’ve come to expect so much more from us. Everything we do for our clients is focused on the growth and sustainability of your organization...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    • Cybersecurity
    Location
    Lexington, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Bold Brands, Clear Messages, Lasting Impact.

    Bold Brands, Clear Messages, Lasting Impact.

    A full service CPA firm committed to providing high-quality work and unsurpassed service since 1975. Accounting, bookkeeping, tax preparation and more...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    Windham, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Trusted Partner in Financial Success.

    Your Trusted Partner in Financial Success.

    We provide a wide range of accounting and financial services to individuals, businesses, nonprofits and municipalities...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    Bangor, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • At Appletree Business Services, our specialty is providing New Hampshire small business owners Business Financial Confidence with accounting, bookkeeping, payroll and tax services they need, packaged in a combined 'Business Owners Package'...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Londonderry, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Purpose-Driven Solutions, Delivered with Excellence

    Purpose-Driven Solutions, Delivered with Excellence

    LBMC is a leading professional services provider offering financial, human resources, technology, information security, and wealth advisory services. With almost 40 years of expertise and a client-focused approach, LBMC delivers comprehensive business solutions across diverse industries...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Brentwood, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Commitment that we feel cannot be compromised.

    Commitment that we feel cannot be compromised.

    Horning, Lingenfelter & Co., LLP is a full service accounting firm that concentrates on providing our clients with comprehensive financial information. We view this commitment as an essential part of our services and therefore strive to accurately represent your business and provide you with clear and...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Reno, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Expat Tax Accountants In Melbourne

    Expat Tax Accountants In Melbourne

    Looking for expat tax accountants in Melbourne? As an award-winning CPA practice, AIM S Australia Pty Ltd stands out as the leading expat tax accountants in Melbourne. Tax Accountants at AIMS Australia focus on high-stakes compliance, specifically overdue tax return filing for non-residents and expats. From...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $450/hr
  • Offshoring Excellence Redefined

    Offshoring Excellence Redefined

    ScalableOS is a premium offshore staffing partner offering custom solutions for MSPs and Tax & Accounting firms. We provide dedicated staff based in the Philippines, fully integrated into your operations and 100% under your management. Your team with us operates as an extension of yours! Were experts in...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    Location
    Makati, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Where Accounting Innovation and Excellence Meet

    Where Accounting Innovation and Excellence Meet

    Kaufman Rossin is a top accounting firm known for its dynamic, innovative, and fun work environment. Recognized as the #1 Accounting Firm to Work For nationally and a top workplace in South Florida, we prioritize employee satisfaction. Led by visionary executives, we provide comprehensive accounting, audit...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Leading accounting, tax, audit, technology, medical billing, wealth management, and advisory firm.

    Leading accounting, tax, audit, technology, medical billing, wealth management, and advisory firm.

    Wherever possibility needs a path. Through our family of companies, we work with you to achieve your unique goals. We wake up each day excited about helping you focus on what you do best. We walk beside you, navigating challenges and opportunities. We wont overwhelm but we always strive to over-deliver...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Saginaw, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Hire Filipino VAs That Actually Deliver.

    Hire Filipino VAs That Actually Deliver.

    Dedicated virtual assistants and full phone teams, matched in 3 to 5 days, managed daily by our team, and backed by a 110-Day Guarantee. You run the business. We run the team...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Customer Support
    • Call Centers
    Location
    Quezon City, Philippines
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Money Wise. Client Driven.

    Money Wise. Client Driven.

    We are a full-service Accounting firm licensed in Corpus Christi, Texas. We offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals. We are affordable, experienced, and friendly...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • Investment
    Location
    Corpus Christi, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A Modern, Tech-Forward Startup CPA Firm.

    A Modern, Tech-Forward Startup CPA Firm.

    Build Accounting is a CPA-led bookkeeping, accounting, tax, and advisory firm supporting startups, small businesses, and growing companies in Chicago, Ohio, and nationwide...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Scalable Outsourced Accounting Solutions

    Your Scalable Outsourced Accounting Solutions

    TGG Accounting is a leading provider of outsourced accounting and business advisory services for small to mid-sized businesses across industry...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Clean Books Sharp Technology Real Humans

    Clean Books Sharp Technology Real Humans

    Acuity is a technology-driven accounting and financial services firm that provides bookkeeping, tax, controller, CFO, and advisory solutions for entrepreneurs and growing businesses. The company combines dedicated financial experts, proven processes, and modern cloud-based accounting technology to help...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $162/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Transform Your HR With Corban OneSource

    Transform Your HR With Corban OneSource

    Take the Stress Out of HR Outsourcing (HRO) Solutions. Boost efficiency, control costs, and keep employees engaged with Human Resource Outsourcing Solutions customized to meet your requirements. We take care of Payroll, Benefits Admin and General HR Admin so you can focus on tactics and strategy...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • HR Outsourcing
    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Reliable and Accurate Accounting Outsourcing Services.

    Reliable and Accurate Accounting Outsourcing Services.

    Accounting to Taxes provides reliable and specialized accounts outsourcing services to CPAs, CFOs, accounting firms, and businesses worldwide. It offers top-notch accountancy services to a sizable and diversified client base, making use of our core team of in-house accountants...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Victorville, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
  • Trusted Advisors for Your Financial Success.

    Trusted Advisors for Your Financial Success.

    We are a full service accounting firm offering various levels of service depending on your individual needs. At HEC we welcome the chance to assist you with everything from starting a business to planning your retirement and everything in between...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Hampden, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Simplifying Finances, Empowering Success.

    Simplifying Finances, Empowering Success.

    At Market Street Partners, our accountants find ways to add value and help you build your business, so you can live life beyond the numbers...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Chattanooga, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • KraftCPAs is one of the largest independent certified public accounting firms in Tennessee with more than 200 employees and offices in Nashville, Chattanooga, Columbia, and Lebanon...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Your local firm

    Your local firm

    Albright & Associates is a licensed accounting firm in Nevada that specializes in helping small businesses. The Agency offer a full range of services for business owners, executives and independent professionals. They are professional, experienced, and affordable...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Reno, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Business at Its Financial Best.

    Business at Its Financial Best.

    Hall, Kistler & Company LLP is committed to assisting clients by offering specialized, superior accounting services and advise in order to help them expand their businesses, cut expenses, and increase wealth...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    Canton, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Award-winning firm.

    Award-winning firm.

    We offer a range of tailor-made services that are specially designed to respond to your business precise requirements. We see through the lengthy process of compiling and auditing your financial statements and other relevant documents and manage the entire process of your project from start to finish...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Preston, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Complete, Practical & Tech-Oriented

    The Complete, Practical & Tech-Oriented

    JA Accounting offers personalized accounting, tax preparation, and business registration services for individuals and businesses. Known for our client-first approach and award-winning expertise, we simplify your finances and help you grow with confidence. Trusted by clients across Canada...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Activate intelligence.

    Activate intelligence.

    Caplan Artificial (Caplan AI) is the first Balkan AI-centered communications company, delivering end-to-end business transformation through AI consulting and implementation, predictive testing, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and company-wide AI education...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
    • Public Relations
    • Show more
    Location
    Zenica, Bosnia and Herzegovina
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Outsourced Accounting, Tax Prep, & Audit Services

    Outsourced Accounting, Tax Prep, & Audit Services

    QX Accounting Services is a market-leading outsourcing provider of accounting & bookkeeping, audit, tax, and consulting services to growth-focused accounting firms...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Skipton, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Full-service boutique Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA, CA) firm.

    Full-service boutique Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA, CA) firm.

    At CCC Capital CPA, we take pride in being a full-service boutique Chartered Professional Accounting (CPA, CA) firm, offering comprehensive Accounting, Tax & Advisory Services. Our team is dedicated to delivering top-notch financial solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Vancouver, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategic Finance, Powered by Service.

    Strategic Finance, Powered by Service.

    At DCG, we dont believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. While many CPA firms confine themselves to basic tax software services, we deliver something morea strategic, full-service office of finance led by an experienced CFO and powered by a dedicated team of professionals...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Reno, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Powering Productivity and Collaboration

    Powering Productivity and Collaboration

    DXC Technology: Where global IT leadership meets profound productivity and collaboration. Proudly Fortune 500, with 130,000+ professionals in 70+ countries, we modernize infrastructures and optimize data, ensuring unparalleled security and cloud scalability...

    Top Services:

    • Managed Services
    • IT Services
    • ECM Consulting
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Accounting
    • Show more
    Location
    Ashburn, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Large enough to handle your diverse needs. Small enough to care.

    Large enough to handle your diverse needs. Small enough to care.

    We are a top New York City accounting business in the Noho/Greenwich Village neighborhood. We ensure that every customer receives the close scrutiny and attention they deserve by combining our skills, experience, and team mindset. Our clients return year after year because of our commitment to high standards...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Accountants in London For Small Business & SMEs

    Accountants in London For Small Business & SMEs

    Taj Accountants stands high among the renowned accountancy firms in London for offering outstanding accounting and taxation advice to corporates, as well as individuals. Our client base ranges from individuals who are seeking general accounting and taxation advice to sole traders, limited companies or...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Website Design & Digital Marketing.

    Website Design & Digital Marketing.

    Website design company building professional websites for businesses. We provide additional services such as SEO, Brand Logo Design, and Construction Accounting...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Logo Design
    • SEO
    • Accounting
    • Show more
    Location
    Vancouver, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Get your online presence in Under an Hour.

    Get your online presence in Under an Hour.

    Salactsol is a top rated software development company providing web, graphics, development and marketing solutions to almost all over the world...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • VR/AR
    • Show more
    Location
    Karachi, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Compliance Clarity Confidence

    Compliance Clarity Confidence

    RV Advisory is an Australian-owned outsourcing and accounting firm that provides bookkeeping, tax, payroll, and back-office support to businesses across Australia. Led by an Australian Registered Tax Agent, the company ensures all processes meet Australian compliance standards. Our model combines local...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • HR Outsourcing
    Location
    Wollert, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Fractional CFO & Accounting Services

    Fractional CFO & Accounting Services

    Level10 CFO is a new spin on outsourced CFO advisory and accounting services. With an advisory-led, tech-forward approach that always puts your interests first, we brave the crucial conversations to help your business evolve and grow...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • BPO
    Location
    Lakewood, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Specialty Tax Made Simple

    Specialty Tax Made Simple

    With over 20 years of private industry tax and public accounting experience, PMBA's State & Local and Federal Tax experts can help you tackle all your complex, multi-state Sales & Use tax needs, claim valuable tax incentives and credits like the R&D Tax Credit, conduct Due Diligence, and implement tax...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Accounting
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Tax Companies

What is the difference between a tax preparation company and a CPA?

The main difference is scope. Tax preparation companies prepare and file returns, while Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) provide deeper financial guidance and long-term tax strategy. 

Factor Tax preparation company CPA
Main role Prepares and files tax returns Provides tax and financial expertise
Services Tax return preparation Tax planning, accounting, audits
Training Varies by preparer Licensed accounting professional
Complexity handled Simple to moderate tax preparation Complex taxes and business finances
Representation Limited ability with tax authorities Can represent clients
Typical clients Individuals, small businesses Businesses, high-income individuals

How do tax firms typically charge?

Tax companies usually charge either a flat fee or an hourly rate. Most simple individual returns cost about $200 to $300, while more complex returns often run from $300 to $800. 

Pricing model Typical cost How it works Best for
Flat fee $200 to $300 for simple returns One set price for the return Simple personal taxes
Flat fee for complex return $300 to $800 Higher fixed price based on forms and complexity  Itemized deductions, self-employment, investments 
Hourly rate $100 to $200 You pay for the time spent on the work Complex or unclear cases
State return add-on $50 to $150 Extra charge for filing state taxes  Federal + state filling
Amendment or revision $50 to $300 Extra charge to fix or update a filed return Corrected returns

Tax companies usually raise prices when returns become more complex. Multiple income sources, self-employment, rental property, investments, and business filings all increase the cost. Large firms, CPAs, and firms in high-cost cities also tend to charge more. 

Can tax companies represent me in an audit?

No. Only certain licensed tax professionals can represent you in a tax audit. 

Professional  Can represent you in an audit Notes
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)  Yes Full representation rights before the IRS
Enrolled Agent (EA)  Yes Federally licensed tax specialist
Tax attorney Yes Handles complex disputes and legal cases
Tax preparation company Sometimes Only if the preparer is a CPA or EA
Unlicensed tax preparer No Cannot represent clients before the IRS

Most tax companies prepare and file tax returns, but cannot represent clients during an audit unless they employ licensed professionals such as CPAs or Enrolled Agents. Only those credentials allow full representation before the IRS. 

Do best tax companies offer Identity Protection (IP) PINs?

No. Tax companies do not issue Identity Protection PINs. 

The IRS issues the Identity Protection PIN directly to taxpayers to prevent tax fraud and identity theft. Tax companies can help you request or manage the PIN during tax filing, but they cannot generate or assign one. 

The PIN is a six-digit code that must be included when filing a tax return. It confirms your identity and prevents someone else from filing a return using your Social Security number. 

What happens if a tax company has a data breach?

Tax preparation companies must report the breach, notify clients, and take steps to stop tax fraud. 

If a tax company experiences a data breach, federal rules require immediate action to protect taxpayer information and prevent fraudulent filings. 

Required actions include: 

  • Report the breach to the IRS to help block fraudulent tax returns linked to stolen taxpayer data. 
  • Notify state tax agencies and law enforcement, such as the FBI or Secret Service. 
  • Inform affected clients that their personal or financial information may be compromised. 
  • Investigate the breach by hiring cybersecurity or forensic experts to identify how the data was accessed and stop further exposure. 

Tax preparation firms must also follow the FTC Safeguards Rule, which requires them to maintain a written security plan that protects taxpayer data. 

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