Best CPAs in Des Moines, IA

24 firms listed · 5 in Des Moines · 2 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 19, 2026

Community CPA - Des Moines

Community CPA - Des Moines

(31)
“Ying took control and every step of the way showed genuine interest in my situation Her knowledge, her tax planning, her commitment to continuing education is second to none, but perhaps what I like most about Community is that they are a community a...”
In Business Since 2002
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3816 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, IA
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Performance Financial

Performance Financial

(43)
  • Team
  • Mind
  • Planning
“He and I had a long zoom call when I contacted him and he gave a wealth of information to help me improve my business and answered any and all questions along the way.”
In Business Since 2021
Transparent Fees & Pricing
2907 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA
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Shaul & Associates PLC

Shaul & Associates PLC

(5)
“While he is, of course, thoroughly knowledgeable about the nuts and bolts of federal and state taxes in general, I was more impressed with Patrick's sense of "caring".”
In Business Since 2018
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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RGE & Associates

RGE & Associates

(8)
  • Tax Preparation
“They have assisted us with a business purchase, looking at 2 more purchases (and helped us ferret out the flaws in those books) plus 5 years of 1099 prep and tax filing.”
In Business Since 1980
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Offers Financing Options
Remote Consultations Available
2721 SW 30th St, Des Moines, IA
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Flynn + Sweeney

Flynn + Sweeney

(6)
  • Knew
“Before Flynn + Sweeney, I was lost, spending way to much on non-refundables, nowadays with Flynn + Sweeney's help I can conquer any problematic financial situations that arise.”
In Business Since 2012
BBB Rating: A+
321 E Walnut St #200, Des Moines, IA
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Mhcs

Mhcs

(4)
“Although I work mostly with Conrad Hanson and Nick Foster, I couldn't be happier with the personal attention, or their professionalism that I have had when dealing with anyone from their staff.”
In Business Since 1999
BBB Rating: A+
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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The 24 firms listed for Des Moines, IA are accounting practices that serve businesses and organizations. What each states about its CPA license and assurance work comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Des Moines, IA

5 of the 24 firms we list are based in Des Moines; the other 19 serve Des Moines from towns including West Des Moines (9 mi), Urbandale (7 mi) and Ankeny (11 mi). 18 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 307 reviews; 2 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 2 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the firms on this page list most often on their websites are tax services (3), business services (2) and services for quickbooks (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 3 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 13 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1996. 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 1 offers payment plans; 3 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for all 24 of the firms on this page; 23 publish a contact page; 14 list a public email and 4 take bookings online. 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.

Do any accounting firms listed for Des Moines offer a free scoping call?

An initial consultation is offered without charge by 3 of the 24 firms. For assurance work that call is about scope and timing rather than advice, and it usually ends with a request list. Have the requirement letter from your lender or funder in front of you.

Minden Financial Solutions

Minden Financial Solutions

(12)
  • Books
  • Patient
  • Questions
“After talking to several of these companies, I called Minden Financial Services a 2nd time and he explained to me what his company could do for me and how he could help me make my company grow.”
In Business Since 2021
6603 SW 17th St, Des Moines, IA
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Casterframe

Casterframe

(1)
“They do an excellent job in tax preparation and have great customer service”
In Business Since 2008
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Williams & Company

Williams & Company

West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Tarbell & Co., P.l.c.

Tarbell & Co., P.l.c.

(8)
“Tarbell is an outstanding CPA firm and a particular shout out is warranted to CPA John Kendeigh in the WDM office - he is sharp, knowledgeable, patient and generous with his time in helping solve problems and save his customers money - thank you John...”
In Business Since 2008
Accepts Cash, Invoicing available
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Ward and Associates

Ward and Associates

(5)
  • Message
  • Calls
“Tawnya does a GREAT job making sure I get this take care of and making sure I don't miss any deadlines, like holidays, or when the banks will be closed.”
In Business Since 2021
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Rhodes Wieder & Ellis

Rhodes Wieder & Ellis

In Business Since 2003
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Kevin C Shannon, CPA

Kevin C Shannon, CPA

(1)
“Comfortable atmosphere and extremely talented ownership and staff.”
In Business Since 2022
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Boelman Shaw Tax & Financial Planning

Boelman Shaw Tax & Financial Planning

(11)
  • Prices
  • Questions
  • Phone
“Following their system for submitting documents, I was able to get my paperwork in order, my taxes squared away and explained to me in a manner I could understand.”
In Business Since 2007
Accepts Debit, Check, All Major Credit Cards
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Weigel & Co.

Weigel & Co.

In Business Since 2015
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Jackson Tax and Business Consulting

Jackson Tax and Business Consulting

In Business Since 2021
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Mansheim & Associates, PLC

Mansheim & Associates, PLC

In Business Since 2016
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Brooks Lodden

Brooks Lodden

In Business Since 1996
West Des Moines, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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Ann M. Hartz, CPA & Associates

Ann M. Hartz, CPA & Associates

(35)
  • Price
  • Online Portal
  • Receptionist
“My wife recently reminded me how at our appointment last season, Ann compared that year's return against the previous year's and spotted something that looked off (significantly different mortgage interest expensive deduction).”
In Business Since 2013
Licensed
Urbandale, IA · 7 mi from Des Moines
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Jason D Ihle CPA

Jason D Ihle CPA

(7)
  • Knowledge
  • Financial
“I would absolutely recommend Jason on either the personal or business owner level, as he has exceeded my expectations, on both, for quite some time.”
In Business Since 2015
Ankeny, IA · 11 mi from Des Moines
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RW Tax Advisors

RW Tax Advisors

(6)
“Eric helped me navigate the tax implications of an IRA withdrawal, a subject that was quite intimidating to me before seeking his help.”
In Business Since 2017
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Ankeny, IA · 11 mi from Des Moines
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Customone CFO & Controllers

Customone CFO & Controllers

(3)
“I have worked with Luke and his team for several years and appreciate their expertise in producing our regular financials.”
In Business Since 2009
Free Initial Consultation
Family Business
Urbandale, IA · 7 mi from Des Moines
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Honkamp

Honkamp

(8)
“I've been going to these guys for a few years and have had nothing but excellent service for my business and home accounting.”
In Business Since 2004
Waukee, IA · 14 mi from Des Moines
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Thorntree CPA Services

Thorntree CPA Services

(12)
  • Questions
  • Deductions
“I travel for my job and she's always willing to get online signature or some other feature set up to make things simplistic as possible which is appreciated.”
In Business Since 2018
Johnston, IA · 9 mi from Des Moines
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