Top 10 Best Bookkeepers

Our directory features experienced bookkeepers who provide financial record-keeping services for businesses of all sizes. These professionals specialize in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing financial statements, and assisting with tax preparation.

Complete Controller

South Almaden Boulevard, San Jose, California
4.3 (21 reviews)
  • Payroll services
  • Tax planning
  • Current year tax preparation and filing
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Kearny Mesa Tax Inc

Ruffner Street, San Diego, California
4.3 (30 reviews)
  • Bookkeepers
  • Audit and conflict resolution support
  • Current year tax preparation and filing
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Kearny Mesa Tax is a leader in Tax preparation and planning. By using our expertise and experience each client receives the close personal and profess More Detail

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Launch CPA

West B Street, San Diego, California
4.3 (33 reviews)
  • Audit and conflict resolution support
  • Current year tax preparation and filin
  • Past year(s) tax preparation and filin
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Specialties We are here to help small to mid-size companies focus on their business. Leave the accounting work to us, your one stop shop for full ser More Detail

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Rafael's Accounting & Tax Services

23rd Street, San Francisco, California
4.3 (65 reviews)
  • Business filing for past tax year(s)
  • Individual filing for past tax year(s)
  • Accountants
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Bookkeeping, payroll and tax service office. More Detail

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Smart Tax Inc.

Moorpark Avenue, San Jose, California
3.6 (8 reviews)
  • Business filing for current tax year
  • Individual filing for past tax year(s)
  • Individual filing for current tax year
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Smart Tax Inc is a full-service bookkeeping firm, serving clients throughout the Bay Area and providing professional and personalized services in tax More Detail

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Paramount Tax & Accounting Silicon Valley Central

Branham Lane, San Jose, California
4.3 (82 reviews)
  • Bookkeepers
  • Audit and conflict resolution support
  • Business filing for current tax year
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We provide tax preparation and planning, accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and services for Xero and QuickBooks for clients in San Francisco Bay. More Detail

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Accurate Income Tax-Bookkeeping Services

Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, California
4.0 (30 reviews)
  • Electronic Income Tax filing for both State and Federal
  • DIRECT DEPOSIT (RAC) NO UPFRONT FEE
  • Other State Tax Return Preparation
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Accurate Income Tax & Bookkeeping Inc was founded in December 1993 with no known clientele. Through hard work, dedication, honesty, professional integ More Detail

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AdminBooks, Inc

Lindo Lane, San Jose, California
4.1 (70 reviews)
  • Business filing for current tax year
  • Payroll services
  • Audit and conflict resolution support
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Tax, bookkeeping and payroll for small business owners. "Educating clients to make a difference." More Detail

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David York's Tax Service

Mission Center Court, San Diego, California
4.1 (196 reviews)
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  • Business filing for current tax year
  • Individual filing for current tax year
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Specialties DYTS specializes in individual, LLC and Corporate tax preparation. We feel that analyzing a tax return is most important because it gives More Detail

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GPS-Golden Professional Services, Inc.

Berryessa Road, San Jose, California
3.6 (65 reviews)
  • Payroll services
  • Bookkeepers
  • Tax planning
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We are group of Professionals dedicated to provide Accounting Services to our Community. Bookkeepers More Detail

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Frequently Asked Questions

A bookkeeper is responsible for recording and organizing a business’s financial transactions, such as income, expenses, payroll, and invoices. They ensure that financial records are accurate and up to date.

While bookkeepers focus on day-to-day financial tracking, accountants take it a step further by analyzing financial data, preparing tax returns, and providing strategic financial advice. Bookkeepers handle the foundational financial work, while accountants help with big-picture financial planning and compliance.

Yes! While accounting software like QuickBooks or Xero automates certain tasks, a bookkeeper ensures accuracy, reconciles discrepancies, categorizes transactions correctly, and keeps your books tax-ready. Many business owners prefer to have a human expert oversee their finances rather than relying solely on software.

For small businesses, bookkeeping should be updated weekly or biweekly to keep track of cash flow and expenses. Larger businesses may require daily updates to ensure financial accuracy. Monthly reconciliations help keep financial statements error-free and ready for tax filing or financial reporting.

Yes, but bookkeepers typically handle record-keeping, expense categorization, and financial reporting rather than tax strategy and filing. However, they work closely with accountants and tax professionals to ensure that financial records are tax-ready and compliant with IRS regulations.

Bookkeeping services range from $300 to $2,500 per month, depending on:

  • Business size and complexity
  • Number of transactions per month
  • Services required (basic bookkeeping vs. full financial management)

Freelance bookkeepers may charge $25–$100 per hour, while outsourced bookkeeping firms offer flat monthly rates.