Accountants and CPAs in Charleston, SC.
53 firms, compared.
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64%
of Charleston firms are one person.
34 solo · 14 small · 5 mid-size or larger
34 solo · 14 small · 5 mid-size or larger
25
are CPA firms. 7 more are enrolled agents.
The other 21 have no CPA or EA on the IRS register.
The other 21 have no CPA or EA on the IRS register.
19
mention tax planning on their website.
16 bookkeeping · 15 tax prep · 12 fractional CFO
16 bookkeeping · 15 tax prep · 12 fractional CFO
Counts from public records and firm websites. 11 firms say they work in QuickBooks.
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Steven M. Ellard CPA
Homeowners associations · Medical, vet and optometry
Thompson Flaherty
Construction and trades · Content creators and influencers · Dental practices · Medical, vet and optometry · Nonprofits · Real estate investors and landlords · Startups and venture-backed · Trucking and logistics
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How many accountants are in Charleston?
53 accounting firms list a business address in Charleston, SC. 25 are CPA firms and 7 are enrolled agents.
Is there a vetted accountant in Charleston?
Not yet. Vetted firms that work remotely can take Charleston clients. If you run a Charleston firm, get vetted.
What’s the difference between a CPA, an EA and a bookkeeper?
A CPA is state-licensed and can sign audits. An enrolled agent is federally licensed to represent you before the IRS. A bookkeeper keeps the records current and usually holds no license. Read the full breakdown →
How do I choose an accountant in Charleston?
Start with what you need: a return, the books, or year-round planning. Then ask who they turn away and who picks up in August. The Real Cost of Picking the Wrong Accountant →
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