Best CPAs in Independence, MO

24 firms listed · 4 in Independence · 2 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

Stephens, Duane A, CPA

Stephens, Duane A, CPA

(4)
  • Accountant
“He has always been correct, courteous, helpful, and friendly.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2010
3720 Arrowhead Ave, Independence, MO
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Gerald Geier CPA

Gerald Geier CPA

(1)
“He know taxes better than anyone.”
In Business Since 1987
17201 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO
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Market Tax Services

Market Tax Services

(9)
“I have used Fears Case-Harmon & Associates since 2006 for my personal and business (four businesses to-date) accounting and taxes and continue to recommend them to others.”
In Business Since 2018
18920 E Valley View Pkwy H, Independence, MO
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The Albin CPA Firm

The Albin CPA Firm

Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1996
19201 E Valley View Pkwy D, Independence, MO
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Julia E. Hampton, CPA

Julia E. Hampton, CPA

(41)
  • Questions
  • Money
  • Payroll
“I'm a contractor and my previous accountant wasn't doing me any justice in write offs, book keeping and keeping me from getting taken advantage of by the federal and state taxes.”
In Business Since 2014
Lees Summit, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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Mendus & Associates

Mendus & Associates

(2)
“They take the time to ask the right questions and the care to make sure everything is as it should be when preparing your returns.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Transparent Fees & Pricing
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1987
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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The 24 firms listed for Independence, MO 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: Independence, MO

4 of the 24 firms we list are based in Independence; the other 20 serve Independence from towns including Kansas City (11 mi), Lee's Summit (12 mi) and Liberty (12 mi). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 300 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (95%), quality (82%) and responsiveness (82%). 2 are open on Saturdays. The services the firms on this page list most often on their websites are business services (3), tax services (3), back taxes owed (2), buy quickbooks and save (2) and get your irs file (2). 2 list staff certifications (CPA) and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 20 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1999. 1 offers payment plans; 3 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.

Which CPA firms listed for Independence list their assurance services?

Website details are held for all 24 firms on this page. Most name the engagement types they perform and the industries they serve, which is the quickest way to see whether audit work is core business or an occasional job for them.

Strategic Tax Partner

Strategic Tax Partner

(34)
  • Job
  • Saving
  • CPA
“After meeting with Rebecca she made some fantastic suggestions that saved us thousands on our tax bill and got us well positioned for the new tax reform in 2018.”
Locally Owned & Operated
In Business Since 2016
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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McCool Tax Services

McCool Tax Services

(33)
  • Work
  • Questions
  • Emails
“We had some reasonably complicated documentation and he did a great job minimizing our liability, and answering questions to make us feel confident in the preparation results.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2016
Prairie Village, KS · 14 mi from Independence
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Dana Arth CPA

Dana Arth CPA

(13)
  • Numbers
  • Questions
  • Job
“Dana jumped on it and spent countless hours on the phone with the IRS, providing them all the info they needed and getting the matter resolved, which my previous accountant refused to do.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2009
Lees Summit, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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HG + CO Accountants

HG + CO Accountants

(3)
“I had some concerns about our previous tax advisor and was under a time crunch to complete our return.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2016
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Tony Conforti CPA

Tony Conforti CPA

(11)
  • Team
  • Questions
“We've personally used them for numerous items including filing annual reports, real-estate taxes, business returns, registered agent services, and personal returns.”
Free Initial Consultation
CPA Certified
In Business Since 2006
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Yussuf M. Hussein, CPA

Yussuf M. Hussein, CPA

(11)
  • Information
  • Knowledge
“I have multiple streams of income, including through the gig economy, and Yussuf provided a checklist making it simple for me to get him the information he needed.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2022
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Kenneth R. Strough, CPA

Kenneth R. Strough, CPA

(17)
  • Prices
  • Questions
“Great experience every time no pressure he's always organized only place I know in town that I can do my taxes laugh and she'll put my pajamas Ken is awesome I recommend him to anybody I know thank you buddy”
In Business Since 2008
Prairie Village, KS · 14 mi from Independence
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Horizon CPA Services

Horizon CPA Services

(2)
“Wonderful group of people working at this office.”
Offers Financing Options
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2010
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Reller & Company, CPA

Reller & Company, CPA

(6)
“I have referred them to several of my business associates, family members and friends and have not heard a negative thing regarding how Reller & Company have handled their accounts.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2005
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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AM CPA

AM CPA

(17)
  • Small Business
  • Team
  • Financial
“My husband and I have both had trouble with our taxes the last few years as we have switched to 1099 and she has been so helpful in getting us back on track and organized.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2021
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Isley, Curry & Howerton

Isley, Curry & Howerton

(7)
“Granted I didn't check the account number when I signed off on it but I did print the correct account number from my computer so it was very clear weeks earlier.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1987
Liberty, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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D Bordman CPA

D Bordman CPA

(3)
“We had some very complicated changes and additions to our lives that made our taxes a beast to track and prepare, but Danielle was able to navigate through our year to figure out what was needed for our tax returns and prepared them with the up-most ...”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2016
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Abacus Cpas

Abacus Cpas

(2)
“Great people, great experience.”
In Business Since 2003
Lees Summit, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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Tax Time

Tax Time

(13)
  • Questions
“He took all the stress off me last year after my first year of taxes after my move where I have done them myself for years but this time I was not looking good.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Coupons & Offers
CPA Certified
In Business Since 2011
Liberty, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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Carnes CPA

Carnes CPA

(5)
“Great company that provides great customer service, finds time to answer any question, provides a great product & service and does everything for a fair rate.”
In Business Since 2014
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Marr and Company

Marr and Company

(4)
“Jason and the whole team have been great from start to finish!”
In Business Since 2000
Kansas City, MO · 11 mi from Independence
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Bales & Associates

Bales & Associates

(1)
“Bales and Associates is a great business partner for everything tax and accounting.”
In Business Since 2003
Lees Summit, MO · 12 mi from Independence
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Meinershagen & Co.

Meinershagen & Co.

(3)
“They worked so hard and went above and beyond to get us the maximum refund on our return!”
In Business Since 2014
Grain Valley, MO · 10 mi from Independence
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Financial Statement Audit Services in Independence, MO Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1183
Maximum cost
$4139
National Average
$2365
Avg Per Hour Rates
$355
$2129
$2957
Typical price range is based on 349 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2365
Minimum cost $1183
Maximum cost $4139
Avg Per Hour Rates $355

Typical range $2129 to $2957 is based on 349 cost profiles.

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