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Accountants in Laguna Niguel, CA — 15 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 15 accounting firms in Laguna Niguel, California that have a website and a public review record — 7 CPA firms, 5 tax preparers, 2 financial planners, and 1 bookkeeper. 14 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 15 rated firms here is 4.80★. They are sorted by Google rating and review count.

By service: CPAs & Accountants (7)|Tax Preparers (5)

The highest-rated firm in Laguna Niguel is Jackson Hewitt Tax Service (5.0★, 260 reviews). 14 of 15 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

Showing 15 of 15 firms · sorted by Google rating
1.
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(260 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Tax Preparation · 27470 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax planning, advisory
2.
Intercrus Tax Service
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(32 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Tax Preparation · 25002 Eaton Ln, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax planning, advisory
3.
One Hub Financial Services
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(18 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
CPA Firm · 24555 Rue De Gauguin, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: bookkeeping, tax preparation, advisory
4.
Austin Rice, CPA
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(14 Google reviews)✓ Verified on GoogleIRS PTIN
CPA Firm · 23807 Aliso Creek Rd Ste 100, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: bookkeeping, tax preparation
5.
ANB Tax
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(11 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Tax Preparation · 23986 Aliso Creek Rd #519, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
6.
Owens, Moskowitz and Associates, Inc.
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(10 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
CPA Firm · 27792 El Lazo, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax preparation
7.
Waters Bookkeeping & QB Support
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(9 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Bookkeeping · 27861 Cummins Dr, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
8.
Orange Coast Tax
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(8 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Tax Preparation · 28202 Cabot Rd Suite 367, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: payroll, tax planning
9.
Sentient Financial, LLC
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(5 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Tax Preparation · 28202 Cabot Rd suite 300, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax planning, financial planning, advisory
10.
Kartchner & Associates
★★★★★★★★★★5.0(1 Google review)✓ Verified on GoogleIRS PTIN
CPA Firm · 28202 Cabot Rd #520, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: bookkeeping
11.
Heritage Financial Services
★★★★★★★★★★4.9(65 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Financial Planning · 28142 Camino Capistrano Ste 101, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
12.
Dark Horse CPAs
★★★★★★★★★★4.8(30 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
CPA Firm · 28202 Cabot Rd #300, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: bookkeeping, advisory
13.
H&R Block
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(93 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
CPA Firm · 27281 La Paz Rd Ste P, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax preparation, tax planning, advisory
14.
H&R Block
★★★★★★★★★★4.7(64 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
CPA Firm · 29945 Alicia Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: tax preparation, tax planning, advisory
15.
Bank of America (with Drive-thru ATM)
★★★★★★★★★★2.9(57 Google reviews)✓ Verified on Google
Financial Planning · 30162 Crown Valley Pkwy, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Services: advisory

Top accounting firms in Laguna Niguel

#FirmServiceGoogle ratingReviews
1Jackson Hewitt Tax ServiceTax Preparation5.0 / 5260
2Intercrus Tax ServiceTax Preparation5.0 / 532
3One Hub Financial ServicesCPA Firm5.0 / 518
4Austin Rice, CPACPA Firm5.0 / 514
5ANB TaxTax Preparation5.0 / 511

More Firms in Laguna Niguel

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

How to choose an accountant in Laguna Niguel

  • 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.

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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 Laguna Niguel?
We list 15 accounting firms in Laguna Niguel, California that have a website and a public review record, 14 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 66 businesses in Laguna Niguel appear in the underlying public data.
How much does an accountant cost in Laguna Niguel?
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.