Best Payroll Services in Walnut Creek, CA

24 companies listed · 6 in Walnut Creek · 1 open 24/7 · 7 open weekends · 20 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 17, 2026

A & L CPA Group

A & L CPA Group

(3)
“The team was very professional, answered my questions in a timely manner, and provided me with an estimate of the cost of my services so there was no surprise at the end- something I hated in working with CP As in the past.”
In Business Since 2013
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts Check, Paypal, Cash, All Major Credit Cards
1801 N California Blvd UNIT 106, Walnut Creek, CA
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Hunter & Company Cpas

Hunter & Company Cpas

(4)
“We are gearing up for our 2018 taxes right now and Hunter and Co has been working with us to make sure we get the most deductions and are doing what's best for our business and personal life!”
In Business Since 1998
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
1981 N Broadway Ste 330, Walnut Creek, CA
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Aspen HR

Aspen HR

(4)
“The customer service team was so helpful and easy to work with and my Hr contact always supportive of my benefits and payroll inquiries.”
In Business Since 2015
1676 N California Blvd suite 400, Walnut Creek, CA
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Stern & Associates Cpas

Stern & Associates Cpas

In Business Since 2021
Offers Financing Options
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
1600 S Main St #195, Walnut Creek, CA
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Unalp CPA Group

Unalp CPA Group

(1)
“In fact, of all the many professionals that I have dealt with over the years including other physicians, dentists, accountants, and attorneys, I have never met anyone with a more comprehensive command and passion for his specialty”
In Business Since 2011
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
175 Lennon Ln STE 201, Walnut Creek, CA
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Phillips Scott CPA

Phillips Scott CPA

In Business Since 2003
Free Initial Consultation
3011 Citrus Cir #204, Walnut Creek, CA
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The 24 companies listed for Walnut Creek, CA 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: Walnut Creek, CA

6 of the 24 companies we list are based in Walnut Creek; the other 18 serve Walnut Creek from towns including Pittsburg (11 mi), San Ramon (11 mi) and Oakland (12 mi). 23 of the companies on this page have a rating, from 4.0 to 5.0 across 752 reviews; 5 have 50 or more reviews and 20 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (100%), quality (74%) and responsiveness (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the companies on this page are "communication" and "knowledge". 1 is open around the clock; 7 are open on Saturdays and 1 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are business services (2), payroll services (2), retirement planning (2), tax planning (2) and tax services (2). 2 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 14 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 59 years. 1 offers urgent consultations; 2 offer payment plans; 6 offer a free initial consultation and 1 is family- or locally-owned. 1 has Spanish-speaking staff. 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 Walnut Creek publish service details?

23 of the 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.

File & Trust Tax Service

File & Trust Tax Service

(50)
  • Questions
  • LLC
  • Knowledge
“I will be a customer here for a very long time now and the staff member William was the one who made me wanna be a customer and I definitely recommend to go see him the next time you go .”
In Business Since 2023
Free Initial Consultation
Pittsburg, CA · 11 mi from Walnut Creek
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E&P Financial Solutions

E&P Financial Solutions

(49)
  • Financial Advisor
  • Knowledge
  • Small Business
“I could not be happier with the service and his ability to guide me through tax-optimized decisions, getting everything filed in a timely manner, and generally being a great resource as I continue to build my personal, investment, and startup portfol...”
In Business Since 2019
Oakland, CA · 12 mi from Walnut Creek
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Chahal & Associates

Chahal & Associates

(50)
  • Team
  • Tax Laws
  • Payroll
“I highly recommend Chahal and associates, I have always found them to be punctual, very professional and patient, very knowledgeable and easy to talk to, if that is what you want in your CPA, I highly recommend Chahal and associates.”
In Business Since 2010
Free Initial Consultation
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Hercules, CA · 15 mi from Walnut Creek
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Upscale Tax Professionals

Upscale Tax Professionals

(46)
  • Financial
  • Business Taxes
  • Expectations
“I so appreciate how she worked in such a close and connected way with me and my key staff-- being very attentive to customizing these packages to how my company serves our clients, to my company vision for attracting new higher net worth clients, and...”
In Business Since 2018
Oakland, CA · 12 mi from Walnut Creek
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Mauricio Midence Tax Preparation & Financial Services

Mauricio Midence Tax Preparation & Financial Services

(47)
  • Team
  • Understand
  • Company
“I came in nervous and not sure what I was facing since I'm not versed in the tax code and rules, but Mauricio made the entire process really pleasant-he explained everything and answered all my questions.”
In Business Since 2017
Pinole, CA · 16 mi from Walnut Creek
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Bleske & Associates

Bleske & Associates

(35)
  • Team
  • Online Portal
  • Questions
“What blew me away is that when I first came to this business, I learned that my prior tax preparer had totally butchered our refund the prior year, with lack of communication and making us owe a lot of money.”
In Business Since 2009
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
San Ramon, CA · 11 mi from Walnut Creek
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Gamarra, CPA Inc. - TAX Preparation

Gamarra, CPA Inc. - TAX Preparation

(9)
“Gamarra for his excellent service, for answering every concern, as a Pastor of two Churches and Director of an Institution I have received guidance and on a personal and family level he has helped us with our statements for many years.”
In Business Since 2023
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Accredited
Pleasant Hill, CA · 5 mi from Walnut Creek
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Cove Professional Services

Cove Professional Services

(11)
  • Financial
“Have you ever been in a financial situation involving prior years of unfiled tax returns, IRS tax levy's and garnishment of wages orders, one that you could not see the end of; or so it seemed at the time”
In Business Since 2017
San Ramon, CA · 11 mi from Walnut Creek
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Zap Payroll

Zap Payroll

(9)
“Zap Payroll is so easy to use, can be done from anywhere on a mobile or tablet device, and is always accessible if I have any questions or concerns.”
In Business Since 2015
Free Initial Consultation
Alameda, CA · 16 mi from Walnut Creek
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Azteca Business Services

Azteca Business Services

(9)
  • Tax Returns
“Honestly, I have had various CP As and notaries prepare my tax returns over the years and Azteca Business Services has, by far, exceeded my expectations.”
In Business Since 1994
Se Habla Español
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Vallejo, CA · 18 mi from Walnut Creek
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Five Star Balanced Books

Five Star Balanced Books

(3)
“Had a very good experience last year with my taxes would highly recommend.”
In Business Since 2021
Family Business
Vallejo, CA · 18 mi from Walnut Creek
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A To Z Tax Services

A To Z Tax Services

(4)
“The first time I came in for a second opinion Aparachita pointed out where I was leaving money on the table and help me get more money back on my tax return”
In Business Since 2013
San Leandro, CA · 15 mi from Walnut Creek
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Rivera Tax & Finance

Rivera Tax & Finance

(15)
  • Tax Return
  • Plan
  • Financial
“I found Rivera Tax after a Google search and after speaking over the phone, it felt like I was working with a person who immediately understood my financial and tax goals.”
In Business Since 2022
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Hercules, CA · 15 mi from Walnut Creek
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Maxi Payroll

Maxi Payroll

(1)
“The compliance and audit function of the system is extremely handy when it comes to feeling covered.”
In Business Since 2003
Emergency Services
Concord, CA · 5 mi from Walnut Creek
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Pittsburg Business Service

Pittsburg Business Service

(1)
“Pittsburg Business Service has always been extremely professional and always accurate and extremely reliable!”
In Business Since 1967
BBB Rating: A+
Pittsburg, CA · 11 mi from Walnut Creek
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Minerva Bookkeeping & Tax Services

Minerva Bookkeeping & Tax Services

(1)
“Great service.”
In Business Since 2017
Castro Valley, CA · 13 mi from Walnut Creek
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PS Administrators

PS Administrators

(6)
  • Work
“I've decided I have to write this review as Payroll Systems have shown themselves to be much much better than the other two big ones that I've used.”
In Business Since 2015
2 mi from Walnut Creek
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Kendall Financial Services

Kendall Financial Services

(3)
“It was a good experience hopefully the owner would like to call me back”
In Business Since 2003
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
Pinole, CA · 16 mi from Walnut Creek
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