Best Tax Preparation Services in Columbia, SC

24 companies listed · 20 in Columbia · 5 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 18, 2026

EM Corporate Solutions

EM Corporate Solutions

(49)
  • Insight
  • Knowledge
  • Team
“Tim especially was very professional, informed and compassionate when assisting me with my technical, legal, and some personal business concerns,that I needed answers for.”
Remote Consultations Available
Transparent Fees & Pricing
In Business Since 2018
West Columbia, SC · 11 mi from Columbia
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RBH Business Solutions

RBH Business Solutions

(23)
  • Financial
  • Understand
  • Mind
“Soon after the season ended (and vowed to never attempt that again) we started receiving letters from the department of revenue stating we owed them $5,000!”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Free Initial Consultation
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2007
10171 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC
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Palmetto Payroll Solutions

Palmetto Payroll Solutions

(12)
  • Questions
“We switched from another payroll company and the transition was seamless!”
Accepts Debit
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1998
9 Belleview Cir, Columbia, SC
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Gibbs Financial Firm

Gibbs Financial Firm

(30)
  • Law
  • Questions
  • Credit Score
“With my credit in the low 500s and trying to purchase a home, I was educated on the importance of managing my finances and within a year saw my score increase to a 700+ and be able to purchase my home.”
In Business Since 2023
1320 Main St, Columbia, SC
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Jones Financial Services

Jones Financial Services

(7)
  • Money
“2024 is the first year I used a CPA and in previous years, I have convinced myself that "I could just do it myself and save hundreds or even thousands, I thought, of dollars".”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2009
10B Clusters Ct, Columbia, SC
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Wise Tax & Company

Wise Tax & Company

(19)
  • Tax Preparer
  • Knowledge
  • Laws
“And some prerequisites into becoming a future entrepreneur what you need in regards to taxes and how to file and what's needed of you to get the maximum refund she will get you right look forward to filing with her in the future.....”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2022
1722 Broad River Rd ste g, Columbia, SC
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The 24 companies listed for Columbia, SC prepare and file tax returns for individuals and small businesses. What each says about its services and credentials comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.

Area overview: Columbia, SC

Of the 24 companies we list here, 20 are in Columbia itself and 4 come from West Columbia (11 mi). The companies on this page are rated from 4.1 to 5.0 across 356 reviews; 1 has 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these companies on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (93%), quality (86%) and responsiveness (74%). 5 are open on Saturdays and 2 on Sundays. The services the companies on this page list most often on their websites are tax services (3), accounting services (2) and bookkeeping services (2). 1 lists staff certifications (CPA) and 10 have a BBB rating of A or A+. 19 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 50 years. 1 offers payment plans; 2 offer a free initial consultation; 3 are family- or locally-owned and 1 lists coupons or special offers. We have a website on file for all 24 of the companies on this page; 18 publish a contact page; 15 list a public email and 6 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.

Do any tax preparers listed for Columbia offer a free first consultation?

2 of the 24 companies on this page state that a first consultation is free. In practice it buys a conversation about your situation and a quote for the return, not advice you can act on. Bring last year's return so the quote means something.

Capital City Professional Services

Capital City Professional Services

(18)
“I've always been a finance nerd so I've always done it myself, and, while I enjoy it, the amount of time these tasks were consuming were limiting my ability to scale our businesses and grow the way we needed to.”
Remote Consultations Available
In Business Since 2018
2906 Devine St, Columbia, SC
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Robert A Keisler CPA P A

Robert A Keisler CPA P A

(11)
  • Tax Returns
“Though I only see him annually at tax time, he always take the time to ask me about my family, and makes sure we are on track to achieve our financial goals.”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2002
1492 Lake Murray Blvd Suite D, Columbia, SC
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AAA Tax Service Of America

AAA Tax Service Of America

(11)
“My prior tax preparer's treated me and my business like a number, and worse yet, I would get my returns on the NIGHT they were due, and would have no idea what amount was owed until I had those in my hands.”
Locally Owned & Operated
Coupons & Offers
In Business Since 2008
West Columbia, SC · 11 mi from Columbia
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Fast Tax of Columbia

Fast Tax of Columbia

(6)
“Great service as always”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 2007
1 Windsor Cove STE 304, Columbia, SC
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V K Bartley Bookkeeping & Tax Services

V K Bartley Bookkeeping & Tax Services

(5)
“He definitely knows the loopholes on both Federal and State levels.”
BBB Accredited
In Business Since 2012
7356 Garners Ferry Rd #228, Columbia, SC
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B Lane Tax Service

B Lane Tax Service

(15)
  • Questions
  • Refund
“I've never ran into any problems while allowing her to handle my money……she takes her time to make sure that you understand everything that's going on.”
In Business Since 2020
6941 N Trenholm Rd ste o-201, Columbia, SC
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BB Bookkeeping and Tax Service

BB Bookkeeping and Tax Service

(4)
“I've been going to miss Barbara for 7yrs and im so thankful i would not go anywhere else she is the best ive never had any problem plus got my taxes back fast any always on the date that it was expected this year i even got a cash advance thank you m...”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1999
1903 Marshall St, Columbia, SC
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Zion & Co

Zion & Co

(3)
“I will continue doing business with this company for years to come..”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1976
1226 Briargate Cir, Columbia, SC
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D Hart Accounting Practitioner

D Hart Accounting Practitioner

(8)
  • Questions
“I had the pleasure of working with Deltrease of D Hart Accounting for consultation services, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the expertise and guidance I received.”
In Business Since 1995
West Columbia, SC · 11 mi from Columbia
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Tax Associates

Tax Associates

(2)
“Good people in a good environment”
BBB Rating: A+
In Business Since 1998
4108 W Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC
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National Tax Service

National Tax Service

(7)
“These guys are good!!”
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 2016
6701 Two Notch Rd, Columbia, SC
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Scott and Company

Scott and Company

(2)
“They are very knowledgeable and dependable team.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1998
1441 Main St #800, Columbia, SC
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Schmoyer and Company

Schmoyer and Company

(2)
“They can handle all of your tax issues.”
Transparent Fees & Pricing
CPA Certified
In Business Since 2003
1330 Lady St # 507, Columbia, SC
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Cooper & Cayruth Tax and Financial Services

Cooper & Cayruth Tax and Financial Services

(1)
“Just absolutely business suave”
Family Business
Free Initial Consultation
20+ Years Experience
6329 N Main St, Columbia, SC
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McDonnell Tax Services

McDonnell Tax Services

(4)
“And he will be doing our taxes this year .”
Family Business
In Business Since 2013
2442 Devine St, Columbia, SC
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Walker and Company, Certified Public Accountants

Walker and Company, Certified Public Accountants

(18)
  • Email
“If you are looking for accounting professionals who are genuinely nice, have time for you even when they are extremely busy and really know their stuff, you will not be disappointed with this group.”
In Business Since 2016
West Columbia, SC · 11 mi from Columbia
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Carroll Tax Associates

Carroll Tax Associates

(3)
“Highly recommend the whole team!”
In Business Since 1987
4421 Devine St, Columbia, SC
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Ouzts Ouzts & Company

Ouzts Ouzts & Company

Transparent Fees & Pricing
Accepts All Major Credit Cards
In Business Since 1994
1517 Laurel St, Columbia, SC
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Tax Preparation & Planning Services in Columbia, SC Cost Estimates

Minimum cost
$298
Maximum cost
$2980
National Average
$537
Avg Per Hour Rates
$284
$358
$775
Typical price range is based on 250 cost profiles
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Average Cost $537
Minimum cost $298
Maximum cost $2980
Avg Per Hour Rates $284

Typical range $358 to $775 is based on 250 cost profiles.

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