Best Accountants in Vista, CA

24 firms listed · 6 in Vista · 3 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Big Picture Results

Big Picture Results

(7)
  • Bookkeeping
“Especially during the last few months when we were needing help with SBA loan applications and grant assistance, they were able to provide essential company financials on-time for us to actually receive the funding we needed.”
In Business Since 2020
430 Vista Village Dr, Vista, CA
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Starkey Brothers

Starkey Brothers

(3)
“My taxes are always done quickly, efficiently and with maximized results.”
In Business Since 1984
Oceanside, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Accounting Value

Accounting Value

In Business Since 2007
BBB Rating: A+
131 S Indiana Ave, Vista, CA
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Pettit Financial Services

Pettit Financial Services

(6)
  • Taxes
“You have been there during the good times and the bad times.”
In Business Since 1996
1070 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA
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Griffiths & Associates Cpa's APC

Griffiths & Associates Cpa's APC

931 Anza Ave # A, Vista, CA
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Arellano Accounting

Arellano Accounting

Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2019
Family Business
867 Arcadia Ave, Vista, CA
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The 24 firms listed for Vista, CA prepare accounts, statements and returns for businesses and individuals. What each says about its services and software comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Vista, CA

Of the 24 firms we list here, 6 are in Vista itself and 18 come from towns including Carlsbad (4, 5 mi), San Marcos (3, 5 mi) and Oceanside (2, 5 mi). 21 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 406 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (90%), quality (88%) and responsiveness (76%). 3 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the firms on this page list most often on their websites are tax planning (3), accounting & bookkeeping (2), bookkeeping (2), business consulting (2) and entity formation (2). 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 12 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1998. 2 offer payment plans; 4 offer a free initial consultation; 1 is family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.

Can I book a consultation online with accounting firms listed for Vista?

3 of the 24 firms take appointment requests through their own website. A firm without that option usually prefers a phone call or an email with a short description of your business. Either way, have your last filing to hand so the first conversation is about numbers rather than guesses.

Azucena Barclay, MBA

Azucena Barclay, MBA

In Business Since 2022
380 S Melrose Dr SUITE 332, Vista, CA
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Pacific Tax & Financial Group

Pacific Tax & Financial Group

(47)
  • Office
  • Tax Laws
  • Organized
“The cost was only a little more than what I would have paid for the online service but the experience was 100 times better and my return increased by over a $1000.”
In Business Since 2002
Coupons & Offers
San Marcos, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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JL Wennes Certified Public Accountants

JL Wennes Certified Public Accountants

(20)
  • Small Business
“Janet guides me through all the tax questions I have and always provides me with the right direction to follow regarding my business or personal information.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
BBB Rating: A+
Carlsbad, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Van Riper & Messina Cpas

Van Riper & Messina Cpas

(9)
“I have used other accountants in the past, but none even came close to the professionalism, quality, and outstanding customer service of Van Riper & Messina.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1991
BBB Accredited
Carlsbad, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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EBS Business Tax Services

EBS Business Tax Services

(23)
  • Small Business
  • Couple
  • Corporation
“Transitioning from one field of practice to another while simultaneously completing my doctorate, Carey effectively helped me understand and gather the correct details for my taxes.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2011
BBB Rating: A+
Rancho Santa Fe, CA · 11 mi from Vista
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Tax and Ledger Professionals

Tax and Ledger Professionals

(32)
  • Knowledge
  • Finance
  • Attention
“This place is great peter has helped me for decades and has been with me since I made hardly any money all the way through many tax brackets a home and a family.”
In Business Since 1987
Escondido, CA · 10 mi from Vista
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Hope Financial Consulting

Hope Financial Consulting

(49)
  • Team
  • Questions
  • Consultant
“I would like to thank you Jason for your patience and professional attention you have shown me in the process of getting the adequate financial assistance we have so urgently needed in this difficult time.”
In Business Since 2018
Encinitas, CA · 10 mi from Vista
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Andrew Moranchel, CPA

Andrew Moranchel, CPA

(1)
“We appreciate, very much, his very thorough work for income tax evaluation.”
Offers Financing Options
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2020
BBB Rating: A+
Solana Beach, CA · 14 mi from Vista
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Kurt Israelsen Financial

Kurt Israelsen Financial

(15)
  • Information
  • Pay
  • Questions
“I have been using Kurt Israelsen Accounting's services for like 3 years now I think and I'm very satisfied, great service, easy to talk to, very helpful.”
In Business Since 2011
Free Initial Consultation
Escondido, CA · 10 mi from Vista
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Business Payroll Services

Business Payroll Services

(14)
  • Company
  • Team
“Business payroll services have been such a great experience they have made the transition to go to a new payroll services easy and prices cannot be beat!”
In Business Since 2006
Free Initial Consultation
San Marcos, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Klein Jeffrey CPA

Klein Jeffrey CPA

(9)
“Jeff is fastidious about details, extremely knowledgeable about current tax laws and IRS codes, business formation and accounting and is always available to answer questions year round.”
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2013
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Carlsbad, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Linda Rosso Tax & Accounting

Linda Rosso Tax & Accounting

(2)
“I also had Linda do the taxes for my mom the last couple years of her life and then deal with the final estate tax return.”
In Business Since 2006
BBB Rating: A+
Carlsbad, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Creative Management & Tax

Creative Management & Tax

(11)
  • Tax Preparer
“The service was professional, the pricing was more than reasonable, and the staff at creative tax are friendly and took the extra care to ensure that they were filing an accurate return while maximizing my refund.”
In Business Since 2001
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Marcos, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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Bret McMillan CPA

Bret McMillan CPA

(7)
“They also certainly showed me far more patience than I deserved, as I was in the field or on a trip for way too long at a time and they were still not only professional but also willing to work with me.”
In Business Since 2019
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Oceanside, CA · 5 mi from Vista
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ACT Business Group

ACT Business Group

(1)
“To me anyway, the best part is they have three big adopted bark barks.”
In Business Since 2014
BBB Rating: A+
Fallbrook, CA · 12 mi from Vista
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Cynthia M Brizard, CPA

Cynthia M Brizard, CPA

(11)
  • Calls
  • Email
  • Pay
“After reading my explanation of those items, Cynthia advised me to file a simple return through an online company if it would cost less than using her service.”
In Business Since 2015
Transparent Fees & Pricing
San Diego, CA · 26 mi from Vista
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I AM Bookkeeper

I AM Bookkeeper

(13)
  • Questions
“It is so nice to just focus on what I do best and I get to have the peace of mind that my books are accurate and up to date thanks to Orlando and his staff at IAM Bookkeeping.”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Diego, CA · 26 mi from Vista
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Teubert Tax & Accounting

Teubert Tax & Accounting

(9)
  • Financial
  • Regulations
  • Season
“I have had no hesitation referring him to family and friends and he has had no issues in taking on more clients, and putting their needs first to answer questions, submit paperwork, and alleviate any stress that you might be having.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2023
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Fallbrook, CA · 12 mi from Vista
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