How many accountants are in Berkeley?

We list 23 accounting firms in Berkeley, California that have a website and a public review record, 8 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 51 businesses in Berkeley appear in the underlying public data.

How much does an accountant cost in Berkeley?

Fees vary by complexity and firm. As a national reference, an individual tax return typically runs $150–$450, monthly bookkeeping $200–$700, and a business return $500–$2,500+. Ask each firm for a written fee estimate.

Do I need a CPA or a bookkeeper?

A bookkeeper records day-to-day transactions and reconciles accounts; a CPA is a state-licensed accountant who can also handle complex tax planning, audits, and represent you before the IRS. Many small businesses use a bookkeeper year-round and a CPA at tax time.

Are the ratings on this page real?

Yes — ratings and review counts are aggregate figures from Google, attributed to Google, with a link to the firm's Google reviews. accounting8 does not host or write reviews.

Accountants in Berkeley, CA — 23 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 23 accounting firms in Berkeley, California that have a website and a public review record — 10 financial planners, 8 tax preparers, 3 CPA firms, and 2 bookkeepers. 8 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 23 rated firms here is 3.67★. They are sorted by Google rating and review count.

By service: Tax Preparers (8)|Financial Planners (10)

The highest-rated firm in Berkeley is Accounting, Tax & Business Solutions, LLC (5.0★, 6 reviews). 8 of 23 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

Showing 23 of 23 firms · sorted by Google rating

Accounting, Tax & Business Solutions, LLC

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(6 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Accountant · 2081 Center St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: accounting

(510) 847-4539 Website More info

Christy Bertani Bookkeeping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(6 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Bookkeeping · 818 Channing Way, Berkeley, CA 94710

Website More info

Deduction Detectives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(5 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 2161 Shattuck Ave. Unit 204, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: tax planning, advisory

(510) 962-9575 Website More info

Topel & DiStasi Wealth Management

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(5 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2907 Claremont Ave #111, Berkeley, CA 94705

Services: advisory

(510) 898-1270 Website More info

Law Office of Zachary Epstein

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(3 Google reviews)IRS PTIN

CPA Firm · 1919 Addison St, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: accounting & tax

(510) 841-4500 Website More info

Tax Services Plus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1 Google review)IRS PTIN

Tax Preparation · 2224 Sixth St, Berkeley, CA 94710

(510) 525-9987 Website More info

ACE Cash Express

★★★★★★★★★★4.9(179 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 2005 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

(510) 548-0324 Website More info

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service

★★★★★★★★★★4.6(46 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 2946 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Berkeley, CA 94703

Services: tax planning, advisory

(510) 541-0717 Website More info

H&R Block

★★★★★★★★★★4.3(89 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

CPA Firm · 1900 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: tax preparation, tax planning, advisory

(510) 548-1395 Website More info

10.

Chava's Tax

★★★★★★★★★★4.3(9 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 2718 Telegraph Ave #100, Berkeley, CA 94705

(510) 701-7222 Website More info

11.

TurboTax - Downtown, Berkeley

★★★★★★★★★★4.3(7 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 2081 Center St Office 205, Office 204, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: tax planning, advisory

(310) 651-5345 Website More info

12.

Bay Tax

★★★★★★★★★★4.1(14 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Bookkeeping · 3120 Telegraph Ave SUITE 3B, Berkeley, CA 94705

Services: payroll, tax preparation

(510) 717-6837 Website More info

13.

Patelco Credit Union Berkeley

★★★★★★★★★★3.4(41 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2033 Kala Bagai Wy, Berkeley, CA 94704

(800) 358-8228 Website More info

14.

Fidelity Investments

★★★★★★★★★★3.4(11 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 1995 University Ave Suite 120, Berkeley, CA 94704

(800) 225-6447 Website More info

15.

Berkeley Tax Service

★★★★★★★★★★3.3(6 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Tax Preparation · 1900 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

(510) 717-8347 Website More info

16.

Bank of America ATM

★★★★★★★★★★2.9(13 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2546 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

Services: advisory

(844) 401-8500 Website More info

17.

Bank of America Financial Center

★★★★★★★★★★2.8(45 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2546 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley, CA 94702

Services: advisory

(510) 273-5720 Website More info

18.

Bank of America Financial Center

★★★★★★★★★★2.7(23 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2129 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: advisory

(916) 490-4625 Website More info

19.

Bank of America Financial Center

★★★★★★★★★★2.6(36 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2347 Telegraph Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

Services: advisory

(510) 273-5443 Website More info

20.

BMO Bank N.A Branches

★★★★★★★★★★2.4(34 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 1480 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94709

Services: advisory

(510) 649-9191 Website More info

21.

BMO Bank N.A Branches

★★★★★★★★★★2.3(23 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 2495 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, CA 94720

Services: advisory

(510) 935-7012 Website More info

22.

Bank of America Financial Center

★★★★★★★★★★1.0(12 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google

Financial Planning · 3001 Telegraph Ave Ste A, Berkeley, CA 94705

Services: advisory

(916) 490-4624 Website More info

23.

Albert J. Harrison, II CPA

★★★★★★★★★★1.0(2 Google reviews)✓ Verified on GoogleIRS PTIN

Tax Preparation · 3255 Adeline St, Berkeley, CA 94703

(510) 658-4257 Website More info

Top accounting firms in Berkeley

#	Firm	Service	Google rating	Reviews
1	Accounting, Tax & Business Solutions, LLC	Accountant	5.0 / 5	6
2	Christy Bertani Bookkeeping	Bookkeeping	5.0 / 5	6
3	Deduction Detectives	Tax Preparation	5.0 / 5	5
4	Topel & DiStasi Wealth Management	Financial Planning	5.0 / 5	5
5	Law Office of Zachary Epstein	CPA Firm	5.0 / 5	3

More Firms in Berkeley

Firms without a website or enough reviews for a profile page of their own.

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Freeling & AssociatesBookkeeping★ 5.0 (1)(510) 619-5920
Garcia IsidroAccountant★ 5.0 (1)(510) 527-8554
HFG AdvisorsFinancial Planning★ 5.0 (1)(510) 384-1009 Website ↗
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Marlyce Johnson Tax PrepTax Preparation★ 3.7 (3)(510) 526-8772
Walnut Street Tax ServicesTax Preparation★ 2.1 (7)(510) 849-0360
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Kristin Hill, CPA, P.C.CPA Firm(510) 525-4797
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How to choose an accountant in Berkeley

Verify credentials — a CPA holds a state Board of Accountancy license; a tax preparer should have a valid IRS PTIN and, ideally, an EA (Enrolled Agent) designation.
Match the specialty to your needs — small-business tax, S-corp/LLC filings, bookkeeping, or personal returns are different skill sets.
Confirm they e-file and use current software, and ask how they handle IRS notices or audits.
Get the fee structure in writing — hourly, flat per-return, or monthly retainer — before engaging.
Ask for an engagement letter defining scope, responsibilities, and deadlines.

How to verify a CPA license »

What accountants cost

Typical national ranges: individual tax return $150–$450, monthly bookkeeping $200–$700, business return $500–$2,500+.

Cost guidance is a national reference range, not a quote — actual fees depend on return complexity, entity type, and the firm. Always request a written estimate.

Frequently asked questions

How many accountants are in Berkeley?: We list 23 accounting firms in Berkeley, California that have a website and a public review record, 8 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 51 businesses in Berkeley appear in the underlying public data.
How much does an accountant cost in Berkeley?: Fees vary by complexity and firm. As a national reference, an individual tax return typically runs $150–$450, monthly bookkeeping $200–$700, and a business return $500–$2,500+. Ask each firm for a written fee estimate.
Do I need a CPA or a bookkeeper?: A bookkeeper records day-to-day transactions and reconciles accounts; a CPA is a state-licensed accountant who can also handle complex tax planning, audits, and represent you before the IRS. Many small businesses use a bookkeeper year-round and a CPA at tax time.
Are the ratings on this page real?: Yes — ratings and review counts are aggregate figures from Google, attributed to Google, with a link to the firm's Google reviews. accounting8 does not host or write reviews.