Best Payroll Services in Wake Forest, NC

24 companies listed · 4 in Wake Forest · 19 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a license

Data verified October 21, 2026

Markoff & Malatesta Cpas

Markoff & Malatesta Cpas

(16)
  • Team
  • Tax Accounting
  • Tax Preparation
“They make it easy to figure out what you could've missed by sending a 40-something page survey that asks about every possible deduction your average 'murican might be able to take.”
328 Reezy Ln, Wake Forest, NC
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Van Orden Bookkeeping and Tax Services

Van Orden Bookkeeping and Tax Services

(7)
“They always have time for our questions or special requests, and our work is completed correctly and in a timely manner.”
In Business Since 2004
123 Capcom Ave Ste 1, Wake Forest, NC
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Premium Business Support

Premium Business Support

(2)
“If your looking for a local bookkeeper that offers data entry services and knows Quickbooks inside and out, I would highly recommend Suzi.”
In Business Since 2016
Remote Consultations Available
104 S White St Suite 102, Wake Forest, NC
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Capitol Tax Advisors

Capitol Tax Advisors

(2)
“The bookkeeping and tax consulting services they provide our company are a tremendous value compared to the cost and headache of hiring an in-house employee.”
In Business Since 2024
Free Initial Consultation
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Oak Tree HR

Oak Tree HR

In Business Since 2010
10121 Capital Blvd #103, Wake Forest, NC
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Taxcom

Taxcom

(49)
  • Questions
  • Tax Filing
  • Financial
“The main thing I want to commend is that Joan not only found major errors in the return someone else prepared for me last year, but also, she helped me brainstorm how to deal with the costly fallout from those mistakes.”
In Business Since 2015
Free Initial Consultation
Licensed
Coupons & Offers
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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The 24 companies listed for Wake Forest, NC 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: Wake Forest, NC

4 of the 24 companies we list are based in Wake Forest; the other 20 serve Wake Forest from towns including Raleigh (12 mi), Cary (21 mi) and Rolesville (4 mi). 23 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 3.9 to 5.0 across 264 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are tax preparation (5), bookkeeping (3), payroll services (3), tax planning (3) and tax services (3). 1 shows a license on its website and 8 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 31 years. 3 offer payment plans; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the companies on this page; 23 publish a contact page; 17 list a public email and 4 take 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.

Which payroll companies listed for Wake Forest 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.

C. E. Thorn, CPA

C. E. Thorn, CPA

(43)
  • Questions
  • Peace
  • Mind
“In addition to being very nice and kind people, Carson and Rue are professional, organized, consistent, and responsive - everything that you would want from an accounting firm handling your small business.”
In Business Since 1995
BBB Rating: A+
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Micham & McSwain Cpas

Micham & McSwain Cpas

(15)
“This accounting team is the best we've ever worked with -- largely because of their trifecta of clear, streamlined, and pain-free processes as well as their top-to-bottom excellent staff.”
In Business Since 1998
Transparent Fees & Pricing
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Latin American Tax INC

Latin American Tax INC

(4)
“Active member of HCAC, personally advising our Hispanic members and associates so that they can have their company with the business standards that are needed to be competitive.”
In Business Since 2011
Transparent Fees & Pricing
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Angiecorp

Angiecorp

(3)
“Livington and his staff are the best, my bussiness is in good hands.”
In Business Since 2009
BBB Rating: A+
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Petway Mills & Pearson PA

Petway Mills & Pearson PA

(4)
“We finally broke down after 31 years and decided to hire a payroll service and she very patiently and efficiently made the transition as painless as possible.”
In Business Since 2006
BBB Rating: A+
Zebulon, NC · 14 mi from Wake Forest
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ABC Management

ABC Management

(2)
“I've been using Brian for my business and personal accounting for over 10 years and will continue you to do so.”
In Business Since 2006
Offers Financing Options
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Paymaster Pro

Paymaster Pro

(9)
  • Questions
  • Companies
“Paymaster has always been there for me both professionally and on a person to person level which is near impossible to find in this age of automated response.”
In Business Since 2003
Free Initial Consultation
Cary, NC · 21 mi from Wake Forest
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MTI Consulting Group

MTI Consulting Group

(3)
“I have worked with another agent in the past, but the promptness, clear communication in understandable terms, professionalism, and friendliness has given us such peace of mind.”
In Business Since 2002
Free Initial Consultation
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Offers Financing Options
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Terri A Simmons, CPA Pllc

Terri A Simmons, CPA Pllc

(9)
  • Call
  • Tax Preparer
  • Team
“We know Terri Simmons quite some time now she is an outstanding CPA and outstanding individual her office is nothing less than professional we want to thank her for everything she helped us with over the years and we will be using her expertise f...”
In Business Since 2009
Offers Financing Options
BBB Rating: A+
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Rolesville, NC · 4 mi from Wake Forest
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Number Crunchers

Number Crunchers

(4)
“I've been going to Number Crunchers for many years and continued to do so even after I moved a greater distance away requiring a specific effort on my part to drive there.”
In Business Since 2006
BBB Rating: A+
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Cary, NC · 21 mi from Wake Forest
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Capital Tax and Financial Services

Capital Tax and Financial Services

(11)
  • Team
“They take a personal approach to each customer and make sure you're getting the absolute best customer service available.”
In Business Since 2015
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Innovative Business Strategies

Innovative Business Strategies

(2)
“The professionalism, service, and knowledge that I received is truly unmatched and greatly appreciated.”
In Business Since 2016
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Abe's ATS

Abe's ATS

(3)
“With pandemic on us, great to know he has all the software/technology to meet virtually and his portal is easy to upload documents.”
In Business Since 2018
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Chris Brady CPA

Chris Brady CPA

(1)
“Best CPA ever”
In Business Since 2014
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Professional Management Healthcare Consultants

Professional Management Healthcare Consultants

(4)
“Hats off to Allison and Marissa, both incredibly knowledgeable and detailed -oriented employees, that go the extra mile!”
In Business Since 2000
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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SME Business Consultancy

SME Business Consultancy

(6)
  • Finances
“After giving QBOL a try for two months I was very unsatisfied and realized they were never going to meet my standards for accuracy and knowledge of our business.”
Free Initial Consultation
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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The Tennie Group

The Tennie Group

(3)
“I would like to give a 5 star rating because it's a good family business.”
In Business Since 2020
Knightdale, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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Cloudpay

Cloudpay

In Business Since 2003
Raleigh, NC · 12 mi from Wake Forest
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