Best Certified Public Accountants in Athens, GA

Handpicked from 150 vetted & reviewed Audit, Tax and Advisory firms in the Athens area, explore the top 5 standout choices among the selected group of 24 finalists.

Thomas F Stephens C.p.a.

Thomas F Stephens C.p.a.

(13)
  • Questions
  • Financial
“He tells you the price up front but does not collect any money until all your questions are answered and all your taxes have been successfully submitted.”
In Business Since 2009
855 Sunset Dr Ste 2, Athens, GA
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The Tax Shelter

The Tax Shelter

(47)
Full Service Accounting, Income Tax Services
“They have a helpful online portal for uploading and sharing documents, making appointments and other features which facilities zoom and phone meetings.”
In Business Since 1997
630 Hawthorne Ave, Athens, GA
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Turner and Patat

Turner and Patat

(11)
Small Business Consulting, Estate Planning, Electronic Filing
“I had a most unusual and difficult tax case, as a veteran who was owed a sizeable refund from the IRS for incorrectly taxed disability payments from over 15 years ago.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Licensed
In Business Since 2001
Offers Financing Options
1165 Cedar Shoals Dr, Athens, GA
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Williams & Guined

Williams & Guined

(7)
Business Services, Tax Services, Personal Services
“WAG has prepared our taxes for over twelve years and have always been responsive to our needs.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1990
Transparent Fees & Pricing
375 Gaines School Rd, Athens, GA
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Garcia-Hasler Tax Group

Garcia-Hasler Tax Group

(9)
“Locked us out of our office during one of his manic episodes and drug in Millida Dike to do his dirty work”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2019
565 Research Dr, Athens, GA
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Best of 2025

Qualification Criteria for best of Winners

Minimum Overall Score
97 (100)
Minimum Reputation Rank
99.6 Percentile
All of our award winners are based on identifiable facts - reviews, performance, and experience - collected by scientific means. We use this data to assess each business’s essential features, weighting them according to their importance to customers.
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Prominent finalists
Trinity Accounting Group

Trinity Accounting Group

(1)
Tax Services, Business Consulting & Advisory Services, Audit & Attestation Services
“Well I was actually at the Athens Spine Center procedure getting a neck injection.”
In Business Since 2007
1550 Timothy Rd Suite 203, Athens, GA
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Dave Barnett CPA

Dave Barnett CPA

Small Business Advisory, Accounting and Payroll Solutions, Tax Planning and Preparation
“Free Reports and Newsletters Reduce your taxes... Make better business decisions... and learn how to grow your wealth by reading our Free Reports on financial strategies for business owners, individuals, and investors. You also get the latest breakin...”
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1990
Transparent Fees & Pricing
721 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA
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WBH Consulting

WBH Consulting

(1)
“Very knowledgeable and helpful staff”
In Business Since 2016
647 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA
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Collins/Moody & Company

Collins/Moody & Company

In Business Since 1997
455 Newton Bridge Rd, Athens, GA
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Seymour & Perry

Seymour & Perry

(49)
  • Needs
  • CPA
  • Company
“My experience has always been positive no matter whether it was doing taxes for myself or startup companies that I have been associated with over the years.”
Accepts Cash, Check
In Business Since 1994
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Serving Athens Area
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Pathwise CPA Group

Pathwise CPA Group

Services For Quickbooks, Business Services, Services For Individuals
“Pathwise CPA Group is a team of tax & financial advisors specializing in tax planning & strategy. Our advisors have a well-versed background in various tax & financial concepts, which allows us to coach our clients to live efficiently & to protect an...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2020
Offers Financing Options
Serving Athens Area
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W Douglas Gladney

W Douglas Gladney

(5)
“For years I had been paying more for the "other" people to do my taxes and Doug had to go back and amend them because of all the things that they missed and left off.”
In Business Since 2004
Serving Athens Area
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Resource Partners

Resource Partners

Quickbooks Services, Business Services, Services For Individuals
“Resource Partners is licensed in GA and specializes in Accounting. We offer a broad range of services for business owners, executives, and independent professionals. We are professional, experienced, and affordable.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1984
Offers Financing Options
Serving Athens Area
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Kent Chapman CPA

Kent Chapman CPA

(2)
“After previous experiences with others that have been subpar, it's refreshing to meet someone who's extremely intelligent, dedicated and instills hope when you need it the most.”
In Business Since 1993
Serving Athens Area
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Joshua Wilson CPA

Joshua Wilson CPA

(50)
Tax Planning & Preparation, Accounting & Bookkeeping, Small Business & Individual Financial Services
“We've loved our CPA from years past and were a little hesitant to change… Josh gave us some great tips on how to maximize our refund and plan better for next year.”
Licensed
In Business Since 2011
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Athens Area
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Treadwell-Tamplin & Co

Treadwell-Tamplin & Co

“We serve various clients in the areas of taxation, audit and attestation, and managerial services. Included in the audit services area are many governmental clients whom we have served for many years. Our firm consists of three partners, all of whom ...”
In Business Since 2001
Serving Athens Area
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Acuff Financial Services

Acuff Financial Services

(27)
Accounting Services, Tax Services, Wealth Management
“My husband & I have been clients with Acuff since we moved to Walton county in 1994, and have always had complete trust in their handling of our accounts.”
In Business Since 2014
Serving Athens Area
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Forrestall Cpas

Forrestall Cpas

(3)
Compliance Services, Advisory Services
“While your taxes will be filed to your best advantage - the real value of this firm is them knowing your overall position and needs - then providing valuable advice and recommendations to help you reach your goals.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2012
Free Initial Consultation
Serving Athens Area
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Etienne Business Solutions

Etienne Business Solutions

(5)
“Did a fantastic seminar on the life cycle of a business.”
LLC Certified
In Business Since 2011
Se Habla Español
Serving Athens Area
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Blair Diaz CPA

Blair Diaz CPA

(3)
Tax Services, Non-Profit Organizations, Services For Individuals
“I recommend them to all friends and family.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2009
Serving Athens Area
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Rector, Reeder & Lofton

Rector, Reeder & Lofton

(1)
Quickbooks Services, Tax Services, Business Services
“I have trusted RR&L with my business and personal accounting needs for many years and they have never let me down.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2013
Serving Athens Area
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Global Executive Management Solutions

Global Executive Management Solutions

(9)
Business Services, Individual Services, Human Capital Services
“Then I moved to France, then to the UK, changed jobs, went on a local package, sold some stock options, moved back to Asia, then back to the US and changed jobs again.”
GEMMS Certified
Serving Athens Area
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Walker, Pierce & Tuck

Walker, Pierce & Tuck

(2)
Retirement Plan Services, Audit and Attestation Services, Accounting Services
“Good Business for Tax Returns.”
In Business Since 2000
Serving Athens Area
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Alexander Almand & Bangs

Alexander Almand & Bangs

Tax Services, Business Services, Industries
“Founded in 1971, Alexander, Almand & Bangs, LLP is a full-service certified public accounting firm based in Gainesville, Georgia. We gladly provide a full array of financial services, including accounting, audit, financial business consulting and tax...”
In Business Since 2021
Serving Athens Area
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Financial Statement Audit Services in Athens, GA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1191
Maximum cost
$4167
National Average
$2381
Avg Per Hour Rates
$358
$2143
$2977
Average price range is based on 272 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2381
Minimum cost $1191
Maximum cost $4167
Avg Per Hour Rates $358

Average range $2143 to $2977 is based on 272 cost profiles.

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