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Local Economy
“The team at Local Economy Payroll is great, they are quick to respond and always helpful.”
Best Payroll Services near Portland, ME
3 of these companies are based in Portland; the others serve Portland from towns including Saco (15 mi), Brunswick (22 mi) and Lewiston (29 mi).
1 open weekends · 15 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license
Data verified October 16, 2026
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Above the Line Accounting
“We have been using them for years for our business and personal accounting needs.”
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Minding Your Business
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Pine Tree Accounting Services
- Small Business
“I operate a small business which only spends $100-ish per month with Pine Tree and yet Jamie still spent hours with me getting my quickbooks in order and setting me up for success.”
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Milliken Perkins & Brunelle
- Price
“I used to struggle through taxes on my own, always wondering if I was doing them right, but now, I leave it to Kevin and his professional staff, and I gain the peace of mind that it is done right, promptly, and at a fair price.”
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Lambrides & Associates
“Their professionalism and thorough attention to detail help business owners keep their companies running smoothly.”
The 24 companies listed for Portland, ME 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: Portland, ME
20 of the 24 companies on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 155 reviews; 15 are rated 4.5 or higher. 1 is open on Saturdays. 1 shows a license on its website and 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. Domain records put 17 websites of the companies on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 1997. 1 offers remote or virtual consultations; 4 offer a free initial consultation and 4 are family- or locally-owned. We have a website on file for 23 of the companies on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. 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.
Why are payroll companies outside Portland on this page?
An office in Portland is held by 3 of the 24 companies. The rest come from other towns within 45 mi. Payroll is run remotely, so the filing jurisdictions a provider covers matter far more than the address. Distances are straight-line.
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Sebago Lakes Accounting
“I had a 38 thousand dollar dept and he turned it into just under 3 grand..”
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Kristen H. Lane, CPA
“I literally just called this company but they were one of the only places that actually answered and the woman that took my info was really kind and I have a good feeling about doing my taxes here.”
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Yarmouth Payroll Plus
“Absolutely the best customer service you can get, extremely competent and easy to work with.”
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Datarite
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Heritage Tax Company
- Tax Preparer
- Questions
“It is rare to get that level of personal attention from a tax preparer - so many are just interested in turning around taxes, working virtually, and not taking time to answer questions.”
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Paper Trails
- Questions
- Employees
- Company
“I would definitely recommend Paper Trails to anyone who needs a payroll company and I myself look forward to many more years of a great relationship with them.”
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Troiano & Associates
“Excellent Professional Service!”
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Accounting Insights
“We would highly recommend Tony and Accounting Insights to anyone who owns a business and needs help with their accounting needs.”
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Leslie Dyer & Associates
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Anchor Bookkeeping & Payroll Richard A Chabot CPA
“Rick Chabot of Anchor Bookkeeping and Payroll is great to work with.”
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Payroll Management
“An issue I was having was handled morally and professionally by Jonathan Goodwin at this company.”
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Prosperity Financial Accounting
“I have worked with Elmer and his team for several years to provide high quality tax preparation and consulting for five of my companies.”
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Alternative Payroll Services
“Love them thwy take care of all my needs no questions asked !!!”
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Dumais, Ferland & Fuller Cpas
“We recommend the firm to anyone seeking services of experience CP As and tax professionals.”
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Abear Accounting Services
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Combined Management
“I don't have any other company to conpair them to though”
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Midcoast Payroll & Accounting
“After years of frustration and headache with the chain stores, friends recommended to us to go to Linda.”
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Sunny Side Accounting & Payroll
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