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Accountants in South San Francisco, CA15 Top-Rated Firms (2026)

We list 15 accounting firms in South San Francisco, California that have a website and a public review record — 6 CPA firms, 3 bookkeepers, 3 tax preparers, and 3 financial planners. 10 hold a Google rating of 4.5★ or higher, and the average across the 15 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 South San Francisco is Bing Luo CPA (5.0★, 49 reviews). 10 of 15 rated firms hold a 4.5★ or higher Google rating.

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Bing Luo CPA✓ Verified
CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering bookkeeping. Rated 5.0★ across 49 Google reviews.
5.0 (49)
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Morales Tax Group✓ Verified
BookkeepingSouth San Francisco, CA
Bookkeeping in South San Francisco, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 5.0★ across 11 Google reviews.
5.0 (11)
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Pegasus Accountancy Corp✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering bookkeeping, and advisory. Rated 5.0★ across 9 Google reviews.
5.0 (9)
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Payroll Easy✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
Payroll & TaxSouth San Francisco, CA
Payroll & Tax in South San Francisco, California offering payroll. Rated 5.0★ across 5 Google reviews.
5.0 (5)
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Tax PreparationSouth San Francisco, CA
Tax Preparation in South San Francisco, California offering tax preparation.
5.0 (2)
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Tax PreparationSouth San Francisco, CA
Tax Preparation in South San Francisco, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.8★ across 24 Google reviews.
4.8 (24)
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Tiret & Company, CPAs✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering accounting & tax.
4.7 (3)
HB
H&R Block✓ Verified
CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering tax preparation, tax planning, and advisory. Rated 4.6★ across 134 Google reviews.
4.6 (134)
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CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering tax preparation, and audit & assurance. Rated 4.6★ across 34 Google reviews.
4.6 (34)
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South City Tax & Consulting✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
BookkeepingSouth San Francisco, CA
Bookkeeping in South San Francisco, California offering bookkeeping, tax planning, and advisory.
4.5 (2)
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Financial PlanningSouth San Francisco, CA
Financial Planning in South San Francisco, California offering financial planning. Rated 4.2★ across 28 Google reviews.
4.2 (28)
BB
Financial PlanningSouth San Francisco, CA
Financial Planning in South San Francisco, California offering advisory. Rated 3.5★ across 6 Google reviews.
3.5 (6)
MA
BookkeepingSouth San Francisco, CA
Bookkeeping in South San Francisco, California offering bookkeeping, and tax preparation. Rated 3.4★ across 11 Google reviews.
3.4 (11)
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SingerLewak LLP✓ VerifiedIRS PTIN
CPA FirmSouth San Francisco, CA
CPA Firm in South San Francisco, California offering accounting & tax.
3.0 (4)
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Financial PlanningSouth San Francisco, CA
Financial Planning in South San Francisco, California offering financial planning, and advisory. Rated 2.5★ across 61 Google reviews.
2.5 (61)

Top accounting firms in South San Francisco

#FirmServiceRatingReviews
1Bing Luo CPACPA Firm 5.049
2Morales Tax GroupBookkeeping 5.011
3Pegasus Accountancy CorpCPA Firm 5.09
4Payroll EasyPayroll & Tax 5.05
5System Designers' GroupTax Preparation 5.02

More firms in South San Francisco

How to choose an accountant in South San Francisco

  • 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 South San Francisco?+

We list 15 accounting firms in South San Francisco, California that have a website and a public review record, 10 of which hold a 4.5★+ Google rating. 42 businesses in South San Francisco appear in the underlying public data.

How much does an accountant cost in South San Francisco?+

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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