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Accountants in Downey, CA44 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 44 accounting firms in Downey, California that have a website and a public review record — 17 tax preparers, 13 bookkeepers, 7 financial planners, and 7 CPA firms. 33 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 44 rated firms here is 4.52★. They are sorted by Google rating and review count; use the service links above to narrow the list.

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The highest-rated firm in Downey is Maxed Out Tax Service, LLC (5.0★, 62 reviews). 33 of 44 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 62 Google reviews.
5.0 (62)
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Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 53 Google reviews.
5.0 (53)
QI
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 50 Google reviews.
5.0 (50)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 49 Google reviews.
5.0 (49)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 39 Google reviews.
5.0 (39)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 25 Google reviews.
5.0 (25)
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City Tax Firm✓ Verified
AccountantDowney, CA
Accountant in Downey, California offering accounting. Rated 5.0★ across 20 Google reviews.
5.0 (20)
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S&S CPA INC✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmDowney, CA
CPA Firm in Downey, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 5.0★ across 19 Google reviews.
5.0 (19)
CI
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation, financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 9 Google reviews.
5.0 (9)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
5.0 (7)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
5.0 (7)
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AccountantDowney, CA
Accountant in Downey, California offering accounting. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
5.0 (7)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
5.0 (7)
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CPA FirmDowney, CA
CPA Firm in Downey, California offering payroll. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
JB
BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
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J.E. & Associates✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmDowney, CA
CPA Firm in Downey, California offering accounting & tax.
5.0 (2)
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AccountantDowney, CA
Accountant in Downey, California offering accounting.
5.0 (1)
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Liberty Tax✓ Verified
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 241 Google reviews.
4.9 (241)
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MacTax Solutions✓ Verified
BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 209 Google reviews.
4.9 (209)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial planning. Rated 4.9★ across 89 Google reviews.
4.9 (89)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 71 Google reviews.
4.9 (71)
JH
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 45 Google reviews.
4.9 (45)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, and tax planning. Rated 4.9★ across 45 Google reviews.
4.9 (45)
1C
BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, and audit & assurance. Rated 4.9★ across 31 Google reviews.
4.9 (31)
AI
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 7 Google reviews.
4.9 (7)
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CPA FirmDowney, CA
CPA Firm in Downey, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.8★ across 269 Google reviews.
4.8 (269)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.8★ across 12 Google reviews.
4.8 (12)
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Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning. Rated 4.8★ across 5 Google reviews.
4.8 (5)
QT
BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. Rated 4.7★ across 24 Google reviews.
4.7 (24)
JH
Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 82 Google reviews.
4.6 (82)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.6★ across 24 Google reviews.
4.6 (24)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 11 Google reviews.
4.6 (11)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax planning, and audit & assurance. Rated 4.5★ across 25 Google reviews.
4.5 (25)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.4★ across 8 Google reviews.
4.4 (8)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.3★ across 6 Google reviews.
4.3 (6)
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Downey Tax Company✓ Verified
BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, and tax planning. Rated 4.2★ across 59 Google reviews.
4.2 (59)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.0★ across 67 Google reviews.
4.0 (67)
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Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning. Rated 3.8★ across 156 Google reviews.
3.8 (156)
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Tax PreparationDowney, CA
Tax Preparation in Downey, California offering tax preparation. Rated 3.7★ across 6 Google reviews.
3.7 (6)
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BookkeepingDowney, CA
Bookkeeping in Downey, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 3.0★ across 39 Google reviews.
3.0 (39)
BO
Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.9★ across 67 Google reviews.
2.9 (67)
BB
Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering advisory. Rated 2.7★ across 35 Google reviews.
2.7 (35)
BO
Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.3★ across 80 Google reviews.
2.3 (80)
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Financial PlanningDowney, CA
Financial Planning in Downey, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.0★ across 84 Google reviews.
2.0 (84)

Top accounting firms in Downey

#FirmServiceRatingReviews
1Maxed Out Tax Service, LLCTax Preparation 5.062
2Arbor Wealth StrategiesFinancial Planning 5.053
3Quick Insurance and TaxesTax Preparation 5.050
4Quest TaxesTax Preparation 5.049
5Uplevel Business ServicesBookkeeping 5.039

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How to choose an accountant in Downey

  • 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.

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 Downey?+

We list 44 accounting firms in Downey, California that have a website and a public review record, 33 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 105 businesses in Downey appear in the underlying public data.

How much does an accountant cost in Downey?+

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.

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