Best Payroll Services in Ellicott City, MD

24 companies listed · 4 in Ellicott City · 4 open weekends · 17 rated 4.5+ · 2 show a license

Data verified October 18, 2026

David A. Stein, CPA

David A. Stein, CPA

(14)
  • Rates
“I used his services based on highly positive reviews, and I too would recommend his services without reservation.”
BBB Rating: A+
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1997
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
3505 Ellicott Mills Dr # A1, Ellicott City, MD
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Fisher Ring

Fisher Ring

(1)
“I would highly recommend them to any business owner that appreciates an accountant with attention to detail and a genuine passion for their clients.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1992
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
5300 Dorsey Hall Dr #201, Ellicott City, MD
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AK & Associates

AK & Associates

(3)
“Professional team, highly recommended”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1992
3300 N Ridge Rd Suite 380, Ellicott City, MD
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Sc&h Group

Sc&h Group

In Business Since 1999
6011 University Blvd #490, Ellicott City, MD
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Nathaniel Jacobson

Nathaniel Jacobson

Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2014
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Bethesda, MD · 25 mi from Ellicott City
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Fresh Start Tax & Accounting

Fresh Start Tax & Accounting

(49)
  • Understanding
  • Questions
  • Addition
“I would highly recommend this tax and accounting service to any small or large business owners whom appreciate a piece of mind knowing that their best interest is being looked after.”
Offers Financing Options
BBB Rating: A+
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2015
Baltimore, MD · 12 mi from Ellicott City
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The 24 companies listed for Ellicott City, MD run payroll, filings and timekeeping for employers. Service and software details are taken from each provider's own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Ellicott City, MD

4 of the 24 companies we list are based in Ellicott City; the other 20 serve Ellicott City from towns including Baltimore (12 mi), Towson (14 mi) and Pikesville (9 mi). 22 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 674 reviews; 4 have 50 or more reviews and 17 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (86%) and responsiveness (86%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the companies on this page are "knowledge", "attention to detail" 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 tax services (5), accounting services (3), business services (3), payroll services (3) and quickbooks services (3). 2 show a license on their websites and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 42 years. 2 offer payment plans and 5 offer a free initial consultation. 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.

Which payroll companies listed for Ellicott City publish service details?

All 24 companies on this page have a website on file. Most list the platforms they run and whether timekeeping, benefits administration and human resources support are sold alongside payroll. Everything stated there is the company's own description.

VM TAX & Financial Services

VM TAX & Financial Services

(48)
  • Informative
  • Tax Preparation
  • Expert
“All shows and provide professionalism, understanding, loyalty to returning customers and most of all extremely good customer service and customer appreciation!!!!”
BBB Rating: A+
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2015
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Pikesville, MD · 9 mi from Ellicott City
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Advansal

Advansal

(47)
  • Tax Preparer
  • Questions
  • Polite
“They provide great service, love the way how they treat you very kind very caring they take the time to see all your questions will 100 recommend going .”
In Business Since 2015
Laurel, MD · 13 mi from Ellicott City
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B&H Tax Consultants

B&H Tax Consultants

(20)
“Thank you soo much!!!”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2004
Baltimore, MD · 12 mi from Ellicott City
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Dapa Multiservices Advisors

Dapa Multiservices Advisors

(42)
  • Communication
  • Attention
  • Office
“Excellent service, magnificent advice, they have the patience and willingness to respond to any concerns that may arise in the process, I clearly recommend their services.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2019
Laurel, MD · 13 mi from Ellicott City
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S.H. Block Tax Services

S.H. Block Tax Services

(31)
  • Pay
  • Debt
  • Communication
“Block Tax Services is a 5 Star operation and I believe they will provide you with the best tax service you could expect to receive from any tax service provider in the Greater Baltimore Metropolitan Area.”
In Business Since 2001
Baltimore, MD · 12 mi from Ellicott City
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Keiser & Keiser CPA

Keiser & Keiser CPA

(12)
  • Questions
“From my initial phone calls and contact with the Receptionist to the timely turnaround on my tax returns I highly recommend Keiser & Keiser to anyone needing Accounting Services.”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1986
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Towson, MD · 14 mi from Ellicott City
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Harry C Hearn

Harry C Hearn

(23)
  • Integrity
  • Questions
  • Tax Return
“Harry helped me establish the foreign residency so that I no longer needed to keep track of days I was on an airplane, traveling to other countries, etc”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2019
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Columbia, MD · 5 mi from Ellicott City
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Ameritax Accounting

Ameritax Accounting

(19)
  • Questions
  • Pricing
“They have been taking care of all my 5 entities (each providing different type of service/product) as well as my personal accounting needs for at least the past 7 years.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2010
Free Initial Consultation
Pikesville, MD · 9 mi from Ellicott City
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1st Step Accounting

1st Step Accounting

BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2017
Below Average Price Tag
Towson, MD · 14 mi from Ellicott City
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Moshe Pelberg CPA

Moshe Pelberg CPA

(1)
“Not only is this accountant knowledgeable, he also spent time explaining to me the extra complications that had arisen with my taxes.”
Licensed
In Business Since 2015
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Baltimore, MD · 12 mi from Ellicott City
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Shalini Gupta & Associates, PA

Shalini Gupta & Associates, PA

(17)
  • Future
  • Planning
  • Financial
“SGA is the best thing that happened to our business as both Rajiv and Shalini are very pro active and help us with every aspect of the business you can think of and go that extra mile to give a hassle free experience.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 1998
Columbia, MD · 5 mi from Ellicott City
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Tang Zeng & Associates

Tang Zeng & Associates

(8)
  • Questions
  • Accountant
“My tax return was completed the following day, and all I had to do was go to the firm with my original documentation to verify and sign the tax documents.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
Towson, MD · 14 mi from Ellicott City
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Stone Circle Associates, Tax & Accounting

Stone Circle Associates, Tax & Accounting

(5)
“Prices are comparable to other national tax preparers but I feel confident with Stone Circle because they don't close down after tax season is over like some others.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 1989
Offers Financing Options
Odenton, MD · 16 mi from Ellicott City
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Evolution Payroll Services - Baltimore Maryland

Evolution Payroll Services - Baltimore Maryland

(15)
“Do Payroll is the most accommodating and professional payroll company I have ever had to deal with.”
In Business Since 1999
Baltimore, MD · 12 mi from Ellicott City
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Century Accounting & Financial Services

Century Accounting & Financial Services

(7)
  • Books
“Timely and convenient tax services, which is very helpful during the COVID period.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2018
Timonium, MD · 17 mi from Ellicott City
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Legacy Tax Services

Legacy Tax Services

(18)
“Tim Mc Fadden has been doing my taxes for over 20 years and I am very pleased!”
In Business Since 2011
Pikesville, MD · 9 mi from Ellicott City
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Valley Processing

Valley Processing

(8)
  • Companies
  • Payroll
“Valley's prompt, thorough, and diligent efforts to resolve a significant issue further emphasize the undeniable benefit of your services and reiterate the importance of not cutting corners when it comes to payroll.”
In Business Since 2008
Towson, MD · 14 mi from Ellicott City
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Albert Bartlinski & Associates

Albert Bartlinski & Associates

(6)
“This firm uses highly advanced emergent software systems, and network if necessary, to ensure your taxes - business or personal, are processed lawfully, quickly and accurately, while providing the best possible outcomes for their clients.”
Licensed
In Business Since 1984
Remote Consultations Available
Glen Burnie, MD · 15 mi from Ellicott City
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