Best CPAs in Lake Forest, CA

24 firms listed · 5 in Lake Forest · 1 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 21, 2026

P Allen Lemas, Cpa, A Professional Corporation

P Allen Lemas, Cpa, A Professional Corporation

(1)
“We have been using his services for the past years and we highly recommend him.”
BBB Rating: A
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2012
Offers Financing Options
22952 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA
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Accounting Services Co.

Accounting Services Co.

(13)
  • Price
“Greg is always there when we have questions and makes himself available even for the silliest of questions and answers them with not only knowledgeable insight, but with humor and a friendly response.”
In Business Since 2008
Lake Elsinore, CA · 19 mi from Lake Forest
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Alexander Alvarez & Co

Alexander Alvarez & Co

(2)
“Honest, capable experts, skilled in many areas including partnerships, trusts and business taxes.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2004
Laguna Beach, CA · 10 mi from Lake Forest
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Mark C. Thomas, CPA

Mark C. Thomas, CPA

(1)
“I have referred him to many friends with business and all have thanked me.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Offers Financing Options
In Business Since 2004
Lake Elsinore, CA · 19 mi from Lake Forest
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Conrad

Conrad

(1)
“Extremely helpful and easy to work with”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2014
23161 Lake Center Dr #200, Lake Forest, CA
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Hal Brand, CPA Accountancy Corporation

Hal Brand, CPA Accountancy Corporation

(8)
“I can whole heartedly recommend him, and his team, to provide you TOTAL satisfaction with your accounting needs.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1991
26479 Rancho Pkwy S, Lake Forest, CA
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The 24 firms listed for Lake Forest, CA 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: Lake Forest, CA

5 of the 24 firms we list are based in Lake Forest; the other 19 serve Lake Forest from towns including Irvine (6 mi), Lake Elsinore (19 mi) and Corona (15 mi). 21 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 763 reviews; 7 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), responsiveness (67%) and quality (61%). 1 is open around the clock; 4 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the firms on this page list most often on their websites are tax services (4), business services (3), business tax (2), quickbooks services (2) and services for individuals (2). 1 shows a license on its website and 7 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 35 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 4 offer payment plans; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 2 are family- or locally-owned. 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 Lake Forest 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.

Ferguson & May

Ferguson & May

In Business Since 2023
Lake Elsinore, CA · 19 mi from Lake Forest
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Brian Ringler Associates

Brian Ringler Associates

Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1995
20 Rancho Cir, Lake Forest, CA
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Patrick D. Felde, CPA

Patrick D. Felde, CPA

In Business Since 1992
26501 Rancho Pkwy S # 201, Lake Forest, CA
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Masler & Associates

Masler & Associates

(49)
  • Responsive
  • Small Business
  • Strategies
“The Masler tax and accounting team, with their dedication and attention to detail saved us from owing and instead we got a refund because they investigated the recovery rebate credit which is new in 2020 and we qualified!”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
Family Business
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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Tax Law Advocates - Tax Relief Company

Tax Law Advocates - Tax Relief Company

(48)
  • Team
  • Payroll
  • Emails
“And then God sent us Tax Law advocates from the very first day not even being a full week Jamie was assigned to our case, Jamie was amazing she kept up informed every step of the way, she answered our calls at all times never rushing us off the phone...”
BBB Accredited
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2010
Santa Ana, CA · 13 mi from Lake Forest
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Clearbooks CPA

Clearbooks CPA

(50)
  • Questions
  • S Corporation
  • Tax Strategy
“He has been able to quickly deliver effective recommendations designed for my specific financial scenarios and, most importantly, is able to relay all information and recommendations in a manner that truly makes me feel like an equal partner.”
Emergency Services
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2022
Free Initial Consultation
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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EA Tax Resolutions

EA Tax Resolutions

(50)
  • Expertise
  • Information
  • Communication
“I watch on You Tube and I saw Antonio and I say this guy is shark after I spoke with few different people I choose to work with him I was audit from 2015 -2019 the want 310k Antonio succeed to close that for me 9k basically save my life and give me...”
Licensed
In Business Since 2016
Huntington Beach, CA · 19 mi from Lake Forest
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CA Dental and Medical CPA

CA Dental and Medical CPA

(50)
  • Questions
  • Financial Analysis
  • Understanding
“Pedrum has been our CPA accountant, assisting in setting up our accounts, computerizing them, auditing our financial records, and creating financial statement reports.”
In Business Since 2021
Newport Beach, CA · 12 mi from Lake Forest
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ESY TAX Group

ESY TAX Group

(49)
  • Patient
  • Crypto
  • Student Loans
“What I really appreciate about Eric is that not only he delivered the service swiftly, he took his time to help and educate me to understand the details that I need to pay attention to as my business was his own.”
In Business Since 2021
Tustin, CA · 9 mi from Lake Forest
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Wright Ford Young & Co.

Wright Ford Young & Co.

(20)
  • Work
“Having worked at a few CPA firms in Orange County, CA over the last 20 years, from large to small, I can honestly say that Wright Ford Young is the best place for clients and employees.”
BBB Rating: A
Family Business
In Business Since 2003
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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Bharmal & Associates

Bharmal & Associates

(47)
  • Questions
  • Financial
  • Information
“I was in a search for over a year to find the right CPA for my business and after going through a whole lot of horrific experiences, Ismail & his team are the only ones who are able to support me & my business as if we are there own.”
In Business Since 2001
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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朗博会计师事务所 Launchabove

朗博会计师事务所 Launchabove

(46)
  • Patience
  • Knowledge
  • Payment
“The most important thing is to have professional ethics, truly be kind, think from the customer's perspective, and be able to simplify and professionalize problems, which makes people put down.”
In Business Since 2020
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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Prudence CPA

Prudence CPA

(7)
“This is perhaps one of the best CPA accounting offices I've used to date extremely professional and go above and beyond to answer all of my detailed analytical questions and what if scenarios.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2016
Offers Financing Options
Laguna Hills, CA · 5 mi from Lake Forest
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Omega Accounting Solutions

Omega Accounting Solutions

(38)
  • Information
  • Dollars
  • Email
“Apparently it takes the IRS around 9 months to process the claim, so no money has been received yet, but this wouldnt have even been possible for us had it not been for Omegas help.”
In Business Since 2007
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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MY TAX DOC Inc, Cpa's

MY TAX DOC Inc, Cpa's

(37)
  • Financial
  • Bottom Line
  • Tax Return
“We're creatures of habit and if you are like me, you've gone to the same accountant year after year to help you prepare tax returns and assist you with tax advice without much thought because that's what you've been doing for years.”
In Business Since 2009
Orange, CA · 13 mi from Lake Forest
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Alma's Accounting & Tax Services

Alma's Accounting & Tax Services

(12)
“I've done my taxes her with her personally and all the other girls in the office whether it was Alyssa, Vanessa, or Marissa they all know what they are doing and just as knowledgeable as Alma.”
BBB Rating: A
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2012
Corona, CA · 15 mi from Lake Forest
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Cates & Associates, Cpas

Cates & Associates, Cpas

BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2006
Offers Financing Options
Corona, CA · 15 mi from Lake Forest
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Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing

Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing

(18)
  • CPA
  • Questions
“He seems like a very trustworthy individual and is willing to offer solitions and help you solve problems without any pressure to hire him as legal counsel.”
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2011
Remote Consultations Available
Irvine, CA · 6 mi from Lake Forest
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Financial Statement Audit Services in Lake Forest, CA Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$1140
Maximum cost
$3988
National Average
$2279
Avg Per Hour Rates
$342
$2051
$2849
Average price range is based on 305 cost profiles
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Average Cost $2279
Minimum cost $1140
Maximum cost $3988
Avg Per Hour Rates $342

Average range $2051 to $2849 is based on 305 cost profiles.

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