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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 cpas & accountants in Asheville, NC by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Johnson, Vollmerhausen & Gates, PLLC with a 4.9-star rating from 42 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Accounting Biz LLC and Lidiya Kazantsev, CPA, PLLC. The average rating across all listed cpas & accountants in Asheville is 4.7 stars from 21 reviews per business on average.
CPA fees in Asheville: $150–$400/hr consultation; $300–$800 personal tax returns; $500–$2,500+ business returns.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated CPAs & Accountants
Johnson, Vollmerhausen & Gates, PLLC
1265 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Lidiya Kazantsev, CPA, PLLC
14 Clayton St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
CPAs & Accountants Rankings in Asheville, NC
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Johnson, Vollmerhausen & Gates, PLLC1265 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803, USA | 4.9★ | 42 |
| #2 | Accounting Biz LLC16 Biltmore Ave #300, Asheville, NC 28801, USA | 4.9★ | 70 |
| #3 | Lidiya Kazantsev, CPA, PLLC14 Clayton St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA | 5.0★ | 31 |
| #4 | KMF CPA, PC125 Braeside Cir, Asheville, NC 28803, USA | 5.0★ | 4 |
| #5 | Wayne Roddy CPA6 Roberts Rd #104, Asheville, NC 28803, USA | 5.0★ | 14 |
| #6 | Leah B. Noel, CPA, PC14 S Pack Square Suite 503, Asheville, NC 28801, USA | 4.9★ | 27 |
| #7 | Dwayne M Dills CPA PC460 Weaverville Rd # 4, Asheville, NC 28804, USA | 5.0★ | 5 |
| #8 | Kathryn Bruns CPA1944 Hendersonville Rd #E-1, Asheville, NC 28803, USA | 4.8★ | 24 |
| #9 | Rick Bornstein, CPA52 Edwin Pl, Asheville, NC 28801, USA | 5.0★ | 16 |
| #10 | Austin CPA301 W Haywood St, Asheville, NC 28801, USA | 4.2★ | 30 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All CPAs & Accountants in Asheville
KMF CPA, PC
125 Braeside Cir, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Leah B. Noel, CPA, PC
14 S Pack Square Suite 503, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Dwayne M Dills CPA PC
460 Weaverville Rd # 4, Asheville, NC 28804, USA
Kathryn Bruns CPA
1944 Hendersonville Rd #E-1, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Thomas L Codington PA
1944 Hendersonville Rd Suite C-2, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Accounting Specialists of Asheville
394 Merrimon Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
Franklin Freeman CPA, PLLC
1998 Hendersonville Rd STE 14, Asheville, NC 28803, USA
Precision Accounting Services
876 New Leicester Hwy Ste 3A, Asheville, NC 28806, USA
Alicia Sisk-Morris, CPA PLLC
5 Breckenridge Pkwy, Asheville, NC 28804, USA
Gould Killian CPA Group PA
100 Coxe Ave # 100, Asheville, NC 28801, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — CPAs & Accountants in Asheville
What is the difference between a CPA, bookkeeper, and tax preparer in Asheville?
A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is licensed by the NC Board of Accountancy, can represent clients before the IRS, and carries liability coverage. A bookkeeper records day-to-day transactions but cannot sign tax returns or provide strategic tax advice. A tax preparer has no required credentials — anyone can prepare taxes. For business owners, complex returns, or IRS issues, a CPA is the right choice.
How do I verify a CPA's license in NC?
Search the NC Board of Accountancy's online license lookup (find it by Googling "NC Board of Accountancy license search"). You can also use NASBA's License Verification tool at nasba.org to search across all states. Always verify before sharing financial documents.
How much does a CPA charge in Asheville?
Typical rates in Asheville: $150–$400/hr for consultation; $300–$800 for a personal tax return; $500–$2,500+ for a small business return depending on complexity. Many CPAs offer flat-fee packages for straightforward situations. Get itemized quotes from at least 2–3 firms before committing.
Should I hire a local CPA or use online tax software?
Online software (TurboTax, H&R Block, FreeTaxUSA) works well for simple W-2 situations with no major life changes. A local CPA in Asheville is worth the cost if you own a business, have rental income, experienced a major event (divorce, inheritance, home sale), owe the IRS money, or want year-round tax planning — not just annual filing.
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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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