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Accountants in Hayward, CA37 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 37 accounting firms in Hayward, California that have a website and a public review record — 16 tax preparers, 12 CPA firms, 5 financial planners, and 4 bookkeepers. 23 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 37 rated firms here is 4.32★. 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 Hayward is DMT Professional Services (5.0★, 127 reviews). 23 of 37 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

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CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 127 Google reviews.
5.0 (127)
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 109 Google reviews.
5.0 (109)
DB
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 43 Google reviews.
5.0 (43)
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CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 29 Google reviews.
5.0 (29)
GT
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 13 Google reviews.
5.0 (13)
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Code Accounting✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 5.0★ across 8 Google reviews.
5.0 (8)
JF
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
MS
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
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Menjivar & Company CPAs, Inc✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering financial planning.
5.0 (4)
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HB Tax Services✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering accounting & tax.
5.0 (3)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 75 Google reviews.
4.9 (75)
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BookkeepingHayward, CA
Bookkeeping in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 28 Google reviews.
4.9 (28)
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Easy Tax Services✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 17 Google reviews.
4.9 (17)
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Liberty Tax✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering payroll, tax preparation, and tax planning. Rated 4.8★ across 358 Google reviews.
4.8 (358)
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LP Business Center✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.8★ across 17 Google reviews.
4.8 (17)
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.6★ across 228 Google reviews.
4.6 (228)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 134 Google reviews.
4.6 (134)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 45 Google reviews.
4.6 (45)
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Tax Magic✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.6★ across 23 Google reviews.
4.6 (23)
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Books & Taxes Inc✓ Verified
BookkeepingHayward, CA
Bookkeeping in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. Rated 4.6★ across 8 Google reviews.
4.6 (8)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.5★ across 65 Google reviews.
4.5 (65)
FA
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.5★ across 60 Google reviews.
4.5 (60)
SM
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering payroll, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.5★ across 6 Google reviews.
4.5 (6)
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Liberty Tax✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.4★ across 26 Google reviews.
4.4 (26)
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BookkeepingHayward, CA
Bookkeeping in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 4.3★ across 10 Google reviews.
4.3 (10)
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Financial PlanningHayward, CA
Financial Planning in Hayward, California offering financial planning. Rated 4.1★ across 56 Google reviews.
4.1 (56)
TB
BookkeepingHayward, CA
Bookkeeping in Hayward, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 4.1★ across 24 Google reviews.
4.1 (24)
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Bay Wide Tax✓ Verified
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.0★ across 30 Google reviews.
4.0 (30)
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Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 3.9★ across 12 Google reviews.
3.9 (12)
TB
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax planning, and advisory. Rated 3.8★ across 13 Google reviews.
3.8 (13)
FA
Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 3.7★ across 61 Google reviews.
3.7 (61)
SM
Stephan Mueller, CPA✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmHayward, CA
CPA Firm in Hayward, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 3.7★ across 6 Google reviews.
3.7 (6)
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Tax PreparationHayward, CA
Tax Preparation in Hayward, California offering tax preparation. Rated 3.5★ across 6 Google reviews.
3.5 (6)
BB
Financial PlanningHayward, CA
Financial Planning in Hayward, California offering advisory. Rated 3.1★ across 15 Google reviews.
3.1 (15)
BB
Financial PlanningHayward, CA
Financial Planning in Hayward, California offering advisory. Rated 2.8★ across 16 Google reviews.
2.8 (16)
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Financial PlanningHayward, CA
Financial Planning in Hayward, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.0★ across 32 Google reviews.
2.0 (32)
BO
Financial PlanningHayward, CA
Financial Planning in Hayward, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 1.8★ across 126 Google reviews.
1.8 (126)

Top accounting firms in Hayward

#FirmServiceRatingReviews
1DMT Professional ServicesCPA Firm 5.0127
2ACE Cash ExpressTax Preparation 5.0109
3Diamond Bay Tax ServiceCPA Firm 5.043
4Asnani CPA Tax & AccountingCPA Firm 5.029
5Échale Ganas TaxesTax Preparation 5.013

More firms in Hayward

How to choose an accountant in Hayward

  • 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 Hayward?+

We list 37 accounting firms in Hayward, California that have a website and a public review record, 23 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 86 businesses in Hayward appear in the underlying public data.

How much does an accountant cost in Hayward?+

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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