Best Bookkeeping Services in Carlsbad, CA

24 companies listed · 15 in Carlsbad · 4 open weekends · 18 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

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+
5855 Avenida Encinas Suite 146, Carlsbad, CA
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Cardin and Company

Cardin and Company

(8)
“Additionally, the other accountants in the officer were very resourceful and helpful helping me understand what exactly going on during the whole process.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1994
BBB Rating: A+
1015 Chestnut Ave, Carlsbad, CA
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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
2038 Corte Del Nogal Suite 135, Carlsbad, CA
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Easie Bookkeeping

Easie Bookkeeping

(7)
“We have used San Diego Business Essentials for not only our monthly bookkeeping for our 2 businesses, but have also hired them to create our websites, logos, and custom forms.”
In Business Since 2011
Transparent Fees & Pricing
2888 Loker Ave W Suite 110-E, Carlsbad, CA
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Bill Slattery & Associates

Bill Slattery & Associates

(1)
“Bill is a great guy and very professional.”
In Business Since 2008
Transparent Fees & Pricing
2794 Gateway Rd, Carlsbad, CA
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Accounting Fresh CPA

Accounting Fresh CPA

(7)
“Loved working with David, he was super helpful in meeting our organizations needs!”
In Business Since 2022
5451 Avenida Encinas suite b, Carlsbad, CA
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The 24 companies listed for Carlsbad, CA keep books, reconcile accounts and close the month for businesses. What each says about its packages and software comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Carlsbad, CA

15 of the 24 companies we list are based in Carlsbad; the other 9 serve Carlsbad from towns including Encinitas (5 mi), San Marcos (6 mi) and Escondido (12 mi). 20 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 448 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 18 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (91%), quality (87%) and responsiveness (83%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the companies on this page are "knowledge" and "communication". 4 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are bookkeeping (3), payroll services (2) and tax preparation (2). 4 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 17 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 48 years. 3 offer payment plans; 2 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We count these figures across the companies on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the company before you book a consultation.

Can I request help online from bookkeepers listed for Carlsbad?

2 of the 24 companies take inquiries or appointment requests through their own website. A company without that option works by phone or email. Whichever you use, say what software you run and roughly how many transactions a month you have. It is what decides the price.

Carlsbad Tax

Carlsbad Tax

(13)
  • Bookkeeping
  • Review
“It's so important to have a tax person you can trust, and I completely trust Sean.”
In Business Since 2013
2725 Jefferson St Ste 2c, Carlsbad, CA
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White Bookkeeping & Business Management

White Bookkeeping & Business Management

(2)
“I've never had to worry about managing money so with my new life being a single woman I decided to seek out a professional and I wanted a woman.”
In Business Since 2009
Accepts Check, Paypal, Cash
1265 Carlsbad Village Dr #100, Carlsbad, CA
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Salient Solutions Group

Salient Solutions Group

(6)
  • Team
  • Financial
  • Questions
“One of the standout qualities of this firm is their team of highly skilled and knowledgeable accountants along with the not so "typical accountant personality".”
In Business Since 2021
5938 Priestly Dr Ste 103, Carlsbad, CA
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E3 Coastal Advisors

E3 Coastal Advisors

(4)
“He always answered my calls, was either busy or out of office at appropriate times because I understand he is busy, and he communicated through email consistently, a great format for communication.”
In Business Since 1978
Remote Consultations Available
5050 Avenida Encinas #350, Carlsbad, CA
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Usibts - International Tax Solutions

Usibts - International Tax Solutions

(6)
  • Company
  • CPA
  • Country
“My company uses EZ Tax & Accounting services for several years now.”
In Business Since 2019
2385 Camino Vida Roble Suite 107, Carlsbad, CA
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Wagner & Co

Wagner & Co

“Wagner & Co. Certified Public Accountants, Inc. offers a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals. We are professional and experienced”
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1992
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
1902 Wright Pl #200, Carlsbad, CA
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Matt Reese, CPA

Matt Reese, CPA

“Reese Tax and Wealth is dedicated to helping you achieve true financial freedom. Our experienced team works closely with you to create a customized financial plan that helps you achieve your goals and reach your full potential. We understand that eac...”
In Business Since 2023
2173 Salk Ave Suite 250, Carlsbad, CA
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Munger & Company, Cpas

Munger & Company, Cpas

“We solely serve the Not-For-Profit sector. We provide audits, taxes and bookkeeping assistance to our clients.”
In Business Since 2016
5814 Van Allen Way #200, Carlsbad, CA
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Brodsky Professional Services

Brodsky Professional Services

In Business Since 1997
5857 Owens Ave #300, Carlsbad, CA
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Pacific Tax & Financial Group

Pacific Tax & Financial Group

(47)
  • Organized
  • Information
  • Turbo Tax
“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
955 Boardwalk STE 203, San Marcos, CA
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Depauw Johnson Tax & Financial Services

Depauw Johnson Tax & Financial Services

(32)
  • Desk
  • Team
  • Questions
“Jeff and Meghan did an amazing job explaining everything to me and following up with all the questions I had, They also made sure I had all the right documents for the year with an easy portal they provide for you.”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
400 S Melrose Dr #207, Vista, CA
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Tax and Ledger Professionals

Tax and Ledger Professionals

(32)
  • Attention
  • Honesty
  • Patient
“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
365 W 2nd Ave Suite 202, Escondido, CA
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V&R Associates

V&R Associates

(32)
  • Documents
  • Understanding
  • Knowledge
“We had never had our taxes done professionally before and had so many questions and concerns and they were kind through the entire process making sure all of our questions were answered.”
In Business Since 2015
4616 Tarantella Ln, San Diego, CA
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Hope Financial Consulting

Hope Financial Consulting

(49)
  • Consultant
  • Company
  • Application
“Hope Financial Consulting has been assisting both of us in completing govt applications and funding for the PPP and various Govt funding applications.”
In Business Since 2018
761 Garden View Court, Encinitas, CA,
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Mother Lode Bookkeeping

Mother Lode Bookkeeping

(3)
  • Audit
“That was over 15yrs ago, and since then many things in the tax code have changed, and James always knows what those changes are and how they affect my family and I directly.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1985
BBB Rating: A+
207 W D St, Encinitas, CA
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Andrew Moranchel, CPA

Andrew Moranchel, CPA

(1)
“We appreciate, very much, his very thorough work for income tax evaluation.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2020
BBB Rating: A+
Offers Financing Options
Serving Carlsbad Area
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Priority Tax & Finance Dba Stevan's Tax Service

Priority Tax & Finance Dba Stevan's Tax Service

(21)
  • Meeting
  • Turbotax
  • Communication
“After meeting with her and giving her the documents, I couldn't believe how quick they were at getting started with the process and filing our return on time.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
260 Buena Creek Rd, San Marcos, CA
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Kurt Israelsen Financial

Kurt Israelsen Financial

(15)
  • Pay
  • Questions
  • Price
“Once Kurt started doing our taxes we consistently have gotten a good return, he's not over priced, and this last time he got ours done and filed in one day!”
In Business Since 2011
Free Initial Consultation
8881A Detwiler Rd, Escondido, CA
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Bookkeeping and Controller Services in Carlsbad, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$591
Maximum cost
$8793
National Average
$1417
Avg Per Hour Rates
$54
$1063
$2361
Typical price range is based on 403 cost profiles
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Average Cost $1417
Minimum cost $591
Maximum cost $8793
Avg Per Hour Rates $54

Typical range $1063 to $2361 is based on 403 cost profiles.

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