Accountants in Modesto, CA — 87 Top-Rated Firms (2026)
We list 87 accounting firms in Modesto, California that have a website and a public review record — 34 tax preparers, 34 CPA firms, 12 financial planners, and 7 bookkeepers. 57 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 87 rated firms here is 4.47★. 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 Modesto is The Source Auto Insurance Agency LLC (5.0★, 448 reviews). 57 of 87 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.
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The Source Auto Insurance Agency LLC✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 448 Google reviews.
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5 Star Income Tax Services✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 269 Google reviews.
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Five Star Income Tax Service, Inc✓ Verified
BookkeepingModesto, CA
Bookkeeping in Modesto, California offering bookkeeping, payroll, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 186 Google reviews.
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Yeyes Auto Insurance & Tax Agency✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 62 Google reviews.
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BookkeepingModesto, CA
Bookkeeping in Modesto, California offering bookkeeping, and payroll. Rated 5.0★ across 40 Google reviews.
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Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 19 Google reviews.
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Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 19 Google reviews.
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Central Valley Tax Resolution✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering payroll, tax preparation, and tax planning. Rated 5.0★ across 16 Google reviews.
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Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 15 Google reviews.
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APS Tax and Accounting Services✓ Verified
BookkeepingModesto, CA
Bookkeeping in Modesto, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 11 Google reviews.
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Joseph Manglona - Thrivent✓ Verified
Financial PlanningModesto, CA
Financial Planning in Modesto, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 10 Google reviews.
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Marie B Kelly & Associates✓ Verified
AccountantModesto, CA
Accountant in Modesto, California offering accounting. Rated 5.0★ across 9 Google reviews.
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Negrete Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
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Patricia Gillum CPAIRS PTIN
CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 5.0★ across 6 Google reviews.
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Bookkeepers Business Services✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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Johnston-Kelley & CoIRS PTIN
AccountantModesto, CA
Accountant in Modesto, California offering accounting.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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Johnson Casey G CPAIRS PTIN
AccountantModesto, CA
Accountant in Modesto, California offering accounting.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering tax preparation.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering bookkeeping, and advisory.
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AccountantModesto, CA
Accountant in Modesto, California offering accounting.
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 420 Google reviews.
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 403 Google reviews.
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 345 Google reviews.
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Jackson Hewitt Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 46 Google reviews.
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Fiesta Auto Insurance & Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.9★ across 24 Google reviews.
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ACE Cash Express✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.8★ across 394 Google reviews.
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Fiesta Auto Insurance & Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.8★ across 26 Google reviews.
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Marisol's Taxes & Financial Services LLC✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.8★ across 24 Google reviews.
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CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 4.7★ across 41 Google reviews.
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Jackson Hewitt Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.7★ across 36 Google reviews.
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Rosemarie Sy, EA✓ Verified
BookkeepingModesto, CA
Bookkeeping in Modesto, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 4.7★ across 16 Google reviews.
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James Daniels JD CPA✓ Verified
CPA FirmModesto, CA
CPA Firm in Modesto, California offering accounting & tax. Rated 4.7★ across 13 Google reviews.
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Jackson Hewitt Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 158 Google reviews.
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Fiesta Auto Insurance & Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation. Rated 4.6★ across 86 Google reviews.
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Jackson Hewitt Tax Service✓ Verified
Tax PreparationModesto, CA
Tax Preparation in Modesto, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 79 Google reviews.
Top accounting firms in Modesto
| # | Firm | Service | Rating | Reviews |
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| 1 | The Source Auto Insurance Agency LLC✓ | Tax Preparation | ★ 5.0 | 448 |
| 2 | 5 Star Income Tax Services✓ | Tax Preparation | ★ 5.0 | 269 |
| 3 | Five Star Income Tax Service, Inc✓ | Bookkeeping | ★ 5.0 | 186 |
| 4 | Yeyes Auto Insurance & Tax Agency✓ | Tax Preparation | ★ 5.0 | 62 |
| 5 | URecords LLC (Bookkeeping and Payroll Services)✓ | Bookkeeping | ★ 5.0 | 40 |
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How to choose an accountant in Modesto
- ✓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 Modesto?+
We list 87 accounting firms in Modesto, California that have a website and a public review record, 57 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 187 businesses in Modesto appear in the underlying public data.
How much does an accountant cost in Modesto?+
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.