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8 Best Accountants and CPA Firms in Los Angeles (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 8 picks

The best accountants in Los Angeles in 2026 include NKSFB for entertainment business management, MGO and Armanino for individuals, entrepreneurs and larger clients, Miller Kaplan for Valley businesses and media, Moskowitz for tax problems and bookkeeping, and Wander CPA for small business, real estate and entertainment. Rose, Snyder & Jacobs covers the Valley and Cherry Bekaert the South Bay.

How we chose

Accountants handle money and tax filings, so this list is held to a higher bar than a restaurant round-up. Every firm here is currently operating, has its own website and a Los Angeles-area office, states a clear focus on its own site, and shows evidence there that it works with LA clients. We mixed larger regional and national firms that have LA offices with smaller local practices, and spread the list across entertainment business management, individual and family tax, and small-business accounting. Nobody paid to be included and there are no affiliate links on this page.

We do not rank firms by results, fees or 'best' in any professional sense, and nothing here is tax, accounting or financial advice. Treat it as a shortlist to start from.

Check any CPA or accounting firm before you hire them: every CPA and CPA firm in California is listed in the California Board of Accountancy license lookup, which shows whether a license is current and whether any enforcement action is on record.

Los Angeles accounting splits into a few lanes. Entertainment business managers handle the whole financial life of artists, athletes and executives. Regional and national firms with LA offices cover audit, tax and advisory work for companies and wealthy families. Smaller CPA practices do bookkeeping, payroll and tax for freelancers, small businesses and individuals. This list covers all three so you can start with the lane that matches your situation.

Fees vary a lot by lane and are usually quoted per engagement, per hour or, for some business managers, as a share of income. Ask for the fee basis and scope in writing before you sign an engagement letter.

1. NKSFB — Westwood, Westside

A business management firm for music, film, TV artists, athletes and executives.

Specialty Business management, tax and audit for entertainers and athletesBest for High-net-worth individuals in entertainment and sports, and their companies

NKSFB describes itself on its own site as a business management firm and lists business management, recording artist services, touring services, athlete services, tax, audit and forensic accounting. It says it works with top music, film and television artists, athletes, executives and entrepreneurs, and offers concierge-style lifestyle management.

Its site notes that accounting services are performed by Nigro Karlin Segal & Feldstein, LLP and other services by NKSFB, LLC. Its locations page lists Southern California offices in Westwood, Encino, Santa Monica and Torrance.

Good to know: This is the Westwood office; the Encino office is at 15821 Ventura Blvd, Suite 370. Ask which office and which partner would handle your account.

10960 Wilshire Blvd, 5th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90024

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2. MGO — Century City, Westside

A national CPA and advisory firm with a Century City office and an entertainment practice.

Specialty Tax, audit and consulting; entertainment, sports and media; private clientBest for Entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and mid-size companies

MGO (Macias Gini & O'Connell) describes itself as a global team of more than 500 financial services professionals offering tax, audit and consulting. Its site addresses entrepreneurs, public and private sector leaders and high-net-worth individuals, and lists Entertainment, Sports and Media and Private Client Services among its industries.

Its Los Angeles office is in Century City, which makes it a convenient fit for Westside creatives and business owners who want a larger firm.

Good to know: Ask for the Entertainment, Sports and Media or Private Client team when you call, rather than the general line.

2121 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 2200, Los Angeles, CA 90067

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3. Miller Kaplan — Burbank, San Fernando Valley

A Burbank CPA firm with business management, tax and an entertainment and media focus.

Specialty Audit, tax and business management; entertainment and media; licensing and royaltiesBest for Companies, nonprofits, entertainment and media clients, individuals and families

Miller Kaplan (Miller Kaplan Arase LLP) describes itself as a certified public accounting firm offering accounting, audit, business management, tax and consulting services. Its industry list includes entertainment, media, nonprofits, real estate and technology, and its tax services cover individuals and family groups as well as businesses.

Its Los Angeles office is in Burbank, close to the studios, and the site highlights licensing and royalty work for entertainment and media clients.

Good to know: Its Los Angeles phone number is 818.769.2010; ask for the business management group if you need day-to-day financial support rather than a tax return.

3900 W Alameda Ave, Suite 2400, Burbank, CA 91505

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4. Moskowitz LLP — Westwood, Westside

A Westwood tax law, CPA and bookkeeping firm that handles IRS and tax problems.

Specialty Tax preparation and planning, bookkeeping, audit and tax resolutionBest for Business owners, corporations and individuals

Moskowitz describes itself as a tax law firm, CPA and bookkeeping service for business owners, corporations and individuals in Los Angeles. Its team includes attorneys, CPAs and enrolled agents, and its services range from tax preparation, tax planning and bookkeeping to audit representation, tax resolution and business formation.

That mix suits people who have a tax problem in addition to a return to file, such as an IRS notice or an audit.

Good to know: If you have received an IRS or FTB notice, bring it to the first call, along with the notice date, because response deadlines are short.

10940 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 1600, Los Angeles, CA 90024

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5. Wander CPA — Pico-Robertson, Westside

A small LA CPA practice for small businesses, with a real estate and entertainment focus.

Specialty Tax, bookkeeping, payroll and fractional CFO; real estate and entertainmentBest for Small and mid-size businesses, entrepreneurs and investors

Wander CPA lists tax preparation and compliance, tax planning, fractional CFO, bookkeeping and reporting, forensic accounting and assurance. Its site says it works with small-to-medium sized businesses and entrepreneurs, and that it specializes in the real estate and entertainment industries, with payroll experts on staff.

The firm is led by CPA Michael Wander and is a good fit for a freelancer turned business owner who needs bookkeeping and tax under one roof.

Good to know: Ask whether bookkeeping and tax are bundled in one fee, and what the monthly package includes.

1120 S Robertson Blvd, Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90035

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6. Armanino — Century City, Westside

A national firm whose LA business management group serves entertainment and family-office clients.

Specialty Business management, tax and advisory; family office servicesBest for Entertainment clients, high-net-worth families and companies

Armanino is a national accounting and advisory firm with a Century City office. Its business management practice in Los Angeles grew in 2023 when it added the LA business management firm Bemel, Ross & Avedon, and the firm also offers family-office style services to high-net-worth families.

It suits individuals and families with complex finances, and entertainment clients who want a larger firm behind their business manager.

Good to know: Ask for the business management partner by name; the practice sits within a much larger firm, so a named contact makes the first call faster.

2121 Avenue of the Stars, 15th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90067

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7. Rose, Snyder & Jacobs LLP — Encino, San Fernando Valley

An Encino CPA firm for entrepreneurs, family businesses and high-net-worth families.

Specialty Tax planning, assurance, business advisory and family wealth servicesBest for Entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses and high-net-worth families

Rose, Snyder & Jacobs describes itself as a strategic CPA firm in Encino marking its 50th anniversary, with big-firm expertise and boutique service. It lists tax and strategic planning, assurance and compliance, mergers and acquisitions, entrepreneurial and business advisory, international tax, nonprofit accounting and family wealth services.

The firm says it serves entrepreneurs, family-owned businesses and high-net-worth families, as well as specialized industries including real estate, biotech and technology.

Good to know: Its site states a team of 60-plus people, so ask who your day-to-day contact will be and whether a partner is involved.

15821 Ventura Blvd, Suite 490, Encino, CA 91436

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8. Cherry Bekaert — Torrance, South Bay

A national CPA and advisory firm with a South Bay office in Torrance.

Specialty Accounting, audit, tax and advisory; outsourced accountingBest for Privately owned businesses, nonprofits and larger organizations

Cherry Bekaert's Torrance office provides accounting, tax, audit and advisory services to organizations across Torrance and the greater Los Angeles region. Its services include accounting and assurance, CFO advisory, outsourced accounting, tax and transaction advisory, and its industry list includes professional services, real estate and construction, technology, healthcare and nonprofits.

It fits South Bay businesses that have outgrown a one-person bookkeeper and want a firm with national resources.

Good to know: The Torrance page does not describe individual tax work, so ask whether the office takes personal returns before you book.

20285 S Western Ave, Suite 300, Torrance, CA 90501

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check that a CPA is licensed in California?

Use the California Board of Accountancy's License Lookup, which runs through the Department of Consumer Affairs. You can search by name or license number for individual CPAs and by name for CPA firms. The record shows whether the license is current, and it is worth checking both the individual CPA who will sign your work and the firm.

What is the difference between a CPA, an enrolled agent and a tax preparer?

A CPA is licensed by a state board, in California the Board of Accountancy, and can do accounting, audit and tax work. An enrolled agent is licensed by the IRS, specializes in tax and can represent you before the IRS. A paid tax preparer who is neither a CPA, an enrolled agent nor an attorney must register with the California Tax Education Council (CTEC) to prepare returns for pay in California, and generally has more limited rights to represent you if the IRS questions a return.

What does a business manager do for entertainment clients?

A business manager handles an artist's or athlete's finances day to day. That usually means paying bills, budgeting, preparing or coordinating tax returns, tracking royalties and residuals, handling tour or production accounting and working with agents, lawyers and investment advisors. Some firms charge a percentage of income, others bill hourly or by flat fee, so ask which model applies and what is included.

Do I need a CPA as a freelancer or small business owner in LA?

There is no legal requirement, but a CPA can help with entity choice, quarterly estimated taxes, sales and payroll tax rules, and deductions that are easy to get wrong when you are self-employed. Many small firms offer bookkeeping and tax together for a fixed monthly or annual fee. Ask what the fee covers and whether the CPA will represent you if a notice arrives.

How much does a CPA cost in Los Angeles?

It depends on the work. Individual returns, small-business bookkeeping, entertainment business management and audits are priced very differently, and firms quote by the engagement, by the hour or, for some business managers, as a share of income. Get a written scope and fee estimate from at least two firms, and ask what triggers extra charges.

1. NKSFB — Westwood, Westside

2. MGO — Century City, Westside

3. Miller Kaplan — Burbank, San Fernando Valley

4. Moskowitz LLP — Westwood, Westside

5. Wander CPA — Pico-Robertson, Westside

6. Armanino — Century City, Westside

7. Rose, Snyder & Jacobs LLP — Encino, San Fernando Valley

8. Cherry Bekaert — Torrance, South Bay

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