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Top CPA Firms in New York
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CPA Services in New York
New York has one of the most complex and highest-burden tax systems in the nation, with New York City residents facing federal, state, and city income taxes that can combine to over 50% for the highest earners. The state’s economy — dominated by finance, media, technology, healthcare, and real estate — generates enormous tax complexity, particularly for business owners and high-net-worth individuals.
CPAs in New York must navigate the state’s unique tax code, which includes the metropolitan commuter transportation mobility tax, NYC’s unincorporated business tax, and complex pass-through entity rules. For businesses, the state’s corporate franchise tax, nexus rules, and various industry-specific taxes require expert guidance to ensure compliance and minimize unnecessary tax burdens.
Top 6 CPA Firms in New York
Ranked by our editorial scoring system based on verified ratings and review volume
#1
George Dimov CPA
★★★★☆ (542 reviews)
📍 211 E 43rd St Suite 7-100, New York, NY 10017
📞 (212) 641-0673
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#2
CHAN & COMPANY LLC
★★★★☆ (185 reviews)
📍 11 E Broadway 6th floor, New York, NY 10038
📞 (212) 566-0560
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#3
Accountants on Air
★★★★☆ (146 reviews)
📍 12 E 49th St. 11th Floor, New York, NY 10017
📞 (800) 518-1063
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#4
Carter & Company New York CPA
★★★★★ (124 reviews)
📍 136 Madison Ave Floors 5 & 6, New York, NY 10016
📞 (332) 900-5681
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#5
J. Squared Services
★★★★☆ (155 reviews)
📍 970 N Broadway STE 210, Yonkers, NY 10701
📞 (914) 513-3232
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#6
Dimov Associates
★★★★☆ (152 reviews)
📍 867 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199
📞 (833) 829-1120
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How We Selected These Firms
Our editorial team evaluates CPA firms across New York using a proprietary scoring model that considers:
✓ Google rating — only firms with 4.0 stars or higher are eligible
✓ Review volume — scored using a logarithmic formula to reward genuine review depth
✓ Verified address — firms must have a confirmed physical location
✓ No paid placements — rankings are editorial only, never paid
Last updated: 2025 | Data sourced from verified public business listings
New York CPA & Tax FAQ
Q: What are New York State’s income tax rates?
New York State has a graduated income tax with rates from 4% to 10.9%. New York City adds its own income tax of 3.078% to 3.876%. Combined, high earners in New York City face some of the highest marginal tax rates in the world.
Q: What is New York’s pass-through entity tax?
New York’s PTET allows partnerships and S corporations to pay state income tax at the entity level. Partners and shareholders receive a corresponding credit on their individual returns, effectively converting the deduction to a fully deductible business expense — often saving significant federal taxes.
Q: What is the New York City unincorporated business tax?
The NYC UBT applies to most self-employed individuals and pass-through businesses conducting business in New York City at 4% on net income above $95,000, in addition to NYC personal income tax and NY State income tax.
Q: Does New York have an estate tax?
New York has its own estate tax with an exemption of $6.94 million (2024), taxed at rates up to 16%. New York’s unique ‘cliff’ provision means that if an estate exceeds 105% of the exemption, the full estate becomes taxable.
Q: What should I know about New York State residency rules?
New York has aggressive residency rules — you are a resident if you maintain a permanent place of abode in New York and spend more than 183 days there, even if domiciled elsewhere. Proper planning around the 183-day rule is critical.
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