a8accounting8

Accountants in San Luis Obispo, CA27 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 27 accounting firms in San Luis Obispo, California that have a website and a public review record — 12 CPA firms, 10 financial planners, 4 tax preparers, and 1 bookkeeper. 22 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 27 rated firms here is 4.67★. They are sorted by Google rating and review count; use the service links above to narrow the list.

For accounting professionals
Own an accounting firm? Add it to this directory.
Get found by clients searching for accountants in your city. Listing is free.
Add your firm →

By service in San Luis Obispo

The highest-rated firm in San Luis Obispo is Crew Wealth Management (5.0★, 29 reviews). 22 of 27 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

CW
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 5.0★ across 29 Google reviews.
5.0 (29)
SA
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 19 Google reviews.
5.0 (19)
KT
BookkeepingSan Luis Obispo, CA
Bookkeeping in San Luis Obispo, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 18 Google reviews.
5.0 (18)
MP
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 5.0★ across 14 Google reviews.
5.0 (14)
FF
Foronjy Financial✓ Verified
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 12 Google reviews.
5.0 (12)
SI
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 12 Google reviews.
5.0 (12)
AW
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 5.0★ across 11 Google reviews.
5.0 (11)
EW
EP Wealth Advisors✓ Verified
Tax PreparationSan Luis Obispo, CA
Tax Preparation in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 11 Google reviews.
5.0 (11)
BB
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 10 Google reviews.
5.0 (10)
HD
Hocking Denton & Palmquist✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
Tax PreparationSan Luis Obispo, CA
Tax Preparation in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 9 Google reviews.
5.0 (9)
BS
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 7 Google reviews.
5.0 (7)
GH
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 6 Google reviews.
5.0 (6)
ML
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
CC
Crosby Company✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering accounting & tax.
5.0 (3)
RM
AccountantSan Luis Obispo, CA
Accountant in San Luis Obispo, California offering accounting.
5.0 (3)
GN
Glenn Norris CPA✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
AccountantSan Luis Obispo, CA
Accountant in San Luis Obispo, California offering accounting.
5.0 (2)
LA
Longcrier & Associates CPAs✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation.
5.0 (1)
SH
Safe Harbor Tax✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
Tax PreparationSan Luis Obispo, CA
Tax Preparation in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation.
5.0 (1)
PW
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 4.9★ across 9 Google reviews.
4.9 (9)
SF
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 4.8★ across 22 Google reviews.
4.8 (22)
HA
Heter Accountancy✓ Verified
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering bookkeeping, and advisory. Rated 4.7★ across 10 Google reviews.
4.7 (10)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmSan Luis Obispo, CA
CPA Firm in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 119 Google reviews.
4.6 (119)
BB
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning. Rated 4.2★ across 5 Google reviews.
4.2 (5)
MK
AccountantSan Luis Obispo, CA
Accountant in San Luis Obispo, California offering accounting.
4.0 (4)
PM
Tax PreparationSan Luis Obispo, CA
Tax Preparation in San Luis Obispo, California offering tax preparation.
3.5 (2)
KC
AccountantSan Luis Obispo, CA
Accountant in San Luis Obispo, California offering accounting.
3.0 (2)
BO
Financial PlanningSan Luis Obispo, CA
Financial Planning in San Luis Obispo, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.4★ across 117 Google reviews.
2.4 (117)

Top accounting firms in San Luis Obispo

#FirmServiceRatingReviews
1Crew Wealth ManagementFinancial Planning 5.029
2Sousa and Company, LLP CPA'sCPA Firm 5.019
3Keeping The Books Inc.Bookkeeping 5.018
4Mustang Private WealthFinancial Planning 5.014
5Foronjy FinancialFinancial Planning 5.012

More firms in San Luis Obispo

How to choose an accountant in San Luis Obispo

  • 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 San Luis Obispo?+

We list 27 accounting firms in San Luis Obispo, California that have a website and a public review record, 22 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 73 businesses in San Luis Obispo appear in the underlying public data.

How much does an accountant cost in San Luis Obispo?+

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.

Keep exploring