841 Apollo St #350
El Segundo, California 90245
15631 Condon Ave
Lawndale, California 90260
709 N Douglas St
El Segundo, California 90245
15631 Condon Ave
Lawndale, California 90260
300 Continental Blvd # 100
El Segundo, California 90245
1401 N La Brea Ave
Inglewood, California 90302
500 E Franklin Ave
El Segundo, California 90245
12130 Millennium Dr #300
Los Angeles, California 90094
100 W Imperial Ave suite R
El Segundo, California 90245
12130 Millennium Dr #300
Los Angeles, California 90094
12823 Prairie Ave
Hawthorne, California 90250
1620 Centinela Ave #305
Inglewood, California 90302
13405 S Inglewood Ave
Hawthorne, California 90250
531 W Arbor Vitae St
Inglewood, California 90301
13030 S Inglewood Ave #201
Hawthorne, California 90250
5777 W Century Blvd #985
Los Angeles, California 90045
1620 Centinela Ave Suite 203
Inglewood, California 90302
13839 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, California 90250
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd #102
Los Angeles, California 90045
4434 Lennox Blvd
Lennox, California 90304
222 N Pacific Coast Hwy #2000
El Segundo, California 90245
2301 Rosecrans Ave ste 4190
El Segundo, California 90245
14016 Bora Bora Way
Marina Del Rey, California 90292
6080 Center Dr #623
Los Angeles, California 90045
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd #102
Los Angeles, California 90045
239 E Manchester Blvd #210
Inglewood, California 90301
1000 S La Brea Ave
Inglewood, California 90301
841 Apollo St #320
El Segundo, California 90245
1230 Rosecrans Ave #300
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
520 N La Brea Ave ste 110 & 111
Inglewood, California 90302
5901 W Century Blvd #750
Los Angeles, California 90045
8616 La Tijera Blvd Suite 502
Los Angeles, California 90045
226 E Regent St
Inglewood, California 90301
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd STE 406
Westchester, California 90045
6080 Center Dr 6th Floor
Los Angeles, California 90045
628 S Aviation Blvd
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
6080 Center Dr 6th Floor
Los Angeles, California 90045
14623 Hawthorne Blvd #403
Lawndale, California 90260
6080 Center Dr 6th Floor
Los Angeles, California 90045
6080 Center Dr 6th Floor
Los Angeles, California 90045
1601 Centinela Ave Ste 5 M-1012
Inglewood, California 90302
333 Washington Blvd # 341
Marina Del Rey, California 90292
1240 Rosecrans Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
532 W Arbor Vitae St
Inglewood, California 90301
1230 Rosecrans Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
12130 Millennium Dr #300
Los Angeles, California 90094
360 N Pacific Coast Hwy Ste 2000
El Segundo, California 90245
2301 Rosecrans Ave ste 4190
El Segundo, California 90245
257 N La Brea Ave # 5
Inglewood, California 90301
13624 Hawthorne Blvd #102
Hawthorne, California 90250
360 N Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 2000
El Segundo, California 90245
5757 W Century Blvd #812
Los Angeles, California 90045
2100 N Sepulveda Blvd #15
Los Angeles, California 90025
2447 CA-1 2nd Floor
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
2447 Pacific Coast Hwy 2nd Floor
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
14031 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, California 90250
1230 Rosecrans Ave # 100
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
8040 W Manchester Ave
Playa Del Rey, California 90293
10114 S Inglewood Ave
Inglewood, California 90304
222 N Pacific Coast Hwy #2000-A
El Segundo, California 90245
1020 Manhattan Beach Blvd #103
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd #102
Los Angeles, California 90045
1230 Rosecrans Ave # 100
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
1007 N Sepulveda Blvd #502
Manhattan Beach, California 90267
6820 La Tijera Blvd Suite 202
Los Angeles, California 90045
14829 Hawthorne Blvd #204
Lawndale, California 90260
6060 W Manchester Ave #102
Los Angeles, California 90045
2015 Manhattan Beach Blvd ste 222
Redondo Beach, California 90278
840 Apollo St #248/#279
El Segundo, California 90245
2420 Mathews Ave
Redondo Beach, California 90278
329 E Regent St
Inglewood, California 90301
1419 Highland Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
1732 Aviation Blvd Ste 1000
Redondo Beach, California 90278
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd # 440
Los Angeles, California 90045
2615 CA-1
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
111 N Sepulveda Blvd
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
360 N Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 2000 Floor 3
El Segundo, California 90245
12575 Beatrice St Suite 2B
Los Angeles, California 90066
5777 W Century Blvd Ste. 1125 Unit 344
Los Angeles, California 90045
8616 La Tijera Blvd # 500
Los Angeles, California 90045
6155 W 75th Pl
Los Angeles, California 90045
101 N Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 305
El Segundo, California 90245
1600 Rosecrans Ave #61 Building 7 4th Floor
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
1230 Rosecrans Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
13778 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, California 90250
222 N Sepulveda Blvd Suite 2000 B
El Segundo, California 90245
15424 Hawthorne Blvd # 202A
Lawndale, California 90260
4211 Redondo Beach Blvd
Lawndale, California 90260
4052 Marine Ave
Lawndale, California 90260
5301 Beethoven St #199
Los Angeles, California 90066
6080 Center Dr
Los Angeles, California 90045
5220 Pacific Concourse Dr #330
Los Angeles, California 90045
5777 W Century Blvd Suite 910
Los Angeles, California 90045
6400 Crescent Park E
Playa Vista, California 90094
100 W Imperial Ave k
El Segundo, California 90245
841 Apollo St Suite 475
El Segundo, California 90245
1230 Rosecrans Ave #300
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
500 N Meadows Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
2301 Rosecrans Ave #4195
El Segundo, California 90245
205 E El Segundo Blvd
El Segundo, California 90245
13919 S Inglewood Ave
Hawthorne, California 90250
713 Campus Square W
El Segundo, California 90245
12123 Hawthorne Blvd
Hawthorne, California 90250
2447 Pacific Coast Hwy #200
Hermosa Beach, California 90254
5901 W Century Blvd #750
Los Angeles, California 90045
6820 La Tijera Blvd # 202A
Los Angeles, California 90045
5901 W Century Blvd #750
Los Angeles, California 90045
8616 La Tijera Blvd #212
Los Angeles, California 90045
9800 S La Cienega Blvd suite 200-15
Inglewood, California 90301
8055 W Manchester Ave # 550
Playa Del Rey, California 90293
2260 E Maple Ave
El Segundo, California 90245
840 Apollo St #100
El Segundo, California 90245
111 N La Brea Ave # 608
Inglewood, California 90301
222 N Pacific Coast Hwy 10th floor
El Segundo, California 90245
2141 Rosecrans Ave #3100
El Segundo, California 90245
4001 W 165th St UNIT-1E
Lawndale, California 90260
123 Arena St
El Segundo, California 90245
1208 N Ardmore Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
1230 Rosecrans Ave #520
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
820 Manhattan Ave # 204
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
2041 Rosecrans Ave #355
El Segundo, California 90245
111 N Sepulveda Blvd # 300
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
2006 N Sepulveda Blvd #275
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
1129 Highland Ave STE 203
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
2301 Rosecrans Ave Suite 3150
El Segundo, California 90245
4640 Admiralty Way #500
Marina Del Rey, California 90292
8139 W Manchester Ave
Playa Del Rey, California 90293
111 N La Brea Ave # 408
Inglewood, California 90301
6701 Center Dr W Ste 700
Los Angeles, California 90045
6201 W 87th St #612
Los Angeles, California 90045
2301 Rosecrans Ave Suite 3150
El Segundo, California 90245
360 N Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 2000
El Segundo, California 90245
8939 Sepulveda Eastway #350
Los Angeles, California 90045
2141 Rosecrans Ave #3100
El Segundo, California 90245
222 N Sepulveda Blvd #1507
El Segundo, California 90245
3300 Highland Ave
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
881 Parkview Dr N #100
El Segundo, California 90245
1230 Rosecrans Ave #300
Manhattan Beach, California 90266
4159 1/2 Redondo Beach Blvd
Lawndale, California 90260
235 E Manchester Blvd
Inglewood, California 90301
Look for a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license, which ensures they’ve passed rigorous exams and meet state requirements. Check for relevant experience in your industry, additional certifications like CFA or CMA, and membership in professional organizations like the AICPA. Verify their credentials through state licensing boards.
Use online directories like the AICPA, CPAverify, or state CPA societies. Search platforms like Yelp or Google for local CPAs with reviews. Ask for referrals from business associates, friends, or financial advisors. Local chambers of commerce can also provide recommendations.
A CPA is a licensed professional who has passed the CPA exam and met state requirements for education and experience. An accountant may lack this certification and could have varying levels of expertise. For complex tasks like tax audits or financial reporting, a CPA is typically more qualified.
Ask about their experience with your specific financial needs, such as tax preparation, small business accounting, or estate planning. Review their website or LinkedIn for case studies or client testimonials. Inquire about their client base to ensure they handle similar financial situations.
Yes, reviews provide insight into a CPA’s reliability, communication, and performance. Check platforms like Google, Yelp, or the Better Business Bureau for client feedback. Look for patterns in reviews, but verify their authenticity, as some may be biased or outdated.
Visit your state’s Board of Accountancy website or use CPAverify.org to check a CPA’s license status. Confirm their license is active and check for any disciplinary actions or complaints. This ensures they’re in good standing and meet professional standards.
Ask about their experience with your financial needs, fee structure, availability, and communication style. Inquire how they handle tax filings, audits, or financial planning. Ask for references or examples of similar work to assess their expertise and fit.
Fees vary based on location, services, and complexity. Basic tax preparation may cost $150-$500, while business accounting or audits can range from $1,000 to $10,000+. Request a detailed fee structure upfront and compare quotes from multiple CPAs.
Yes, many CPAs offer remote services through secure online platforms for document sharing and virtual consultations. Ensure they use encrypted tools for data security. Remote CPAs can be effective if they understand your local tax laws or business regulations.
During consultations, evaluate their ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly. Ask sample questions about taxes or financial strategies and note their responsiveness and clarity. Good communication ensures you understand their advice and fosters a productive relationship.
Beware of CPAs who guarantee specific tax refunds, lack a valid license, or have disciplinary actions on record. Avoid those with poor communication, vague fee structures, or negative reviews highlighting unethical behavior. Always verify their credentials independently.
Large firms offer more resources and specialized teams but may charge higher fees. Solo practitioners often provide personalized service and lower costs but may have limited availability. Choose based on your needs, budget, and preference for personalized attention.
For individuals, annual meetings for tax preparation may suffice. Businesses may need quarterly or monthly check-ins for bookkeeping, tax planning, or financial reporting. Discuss your needs upfront to establish a meeting schedule that aligns with your financial goals.
Yes, many CPAs handle both, but confirm their expertise in both areas. Ask about their experience managing personal taxes and business accounting simultaneously. Ensure they can balance both without compromising attention to your specific financial needs.
Discuss concerns directly with your CPA to resolve issues. If unresolved, check your contract for termination terms. Seek a new CPA by researching reviews, credentials, and referrals. Request your financial records to ensure a smooth transition to a new professional.