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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 cpas & accountants in Santa Clarita, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Novicta Tax & Financial with a 5.0-star rating from 66 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Hicks, APC and Duben & Associates, Certified Public Accountants. The average rating across all listed cpas & accountants in Santa Clarita is 4.9 stars from 18 reviews per business on average.
CPA fees in Santa Clarita: $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
Novicta Tax & Financial
27354 Eagle Point Ct, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381, USA
Hicks, APC
27240 Turnberry Ln #200, Valencia, CA 91355, USA
Duben & Associates, Certified Public Accountants
28212 Kelly Johnson Pkwy Ste 250, Valencia, CA 91355, USA
CPAs & Accountants Rankings in Santa Clarita, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Novicta Tax & Financial27354 Eagle Point Ct, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381, USA | 5.0★ | 66 |
| #2 | Hicks, APC27240 Turnberry Ln #200, Valencia, CA 91355, USA | 5.0★ | 62 |
| #3 | Duben & Associates, Certified Public Accountants28212 Kelly Johnson Pkwy Ste 250, Valencia, CA 91355, USA | 4.8★ | 71 |
| #4 | Clarita CPA Group18560 Via Princessa Ste 220, Santa Clarita, CA 91387, USA | 5.0★ | 11 |
| #5 | John E. Bennett, CPA25600 Rye Canyon Rd #101, Valencia, CA 91355, USA | 5.0★ | 16 |
| #6 | PC Accounting & Tax Services22924 Lyons Ave #205, Santa Clarita, CA 91321, USA | 5.0★ | 22 |
| #7 | Julie M Sturgeon CPA28042 Avenue Stanford UNIT E, Valencia, CA 91355, USA | 5.0★ | 2 |
| #8 | SMC TAX & ACCOUNTING INC28625 Farrier Dr, Valencia, CA 91354, USA | 5.0★ | 6 |
| #9 | Payne Lawrence CPA26707 Oak Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91351, USA | 3.5★ | 22 |
| #10 | Santa Clarita, CA CPA / Richard Grandinetti CPA and Accoutancy Corporation25060 Avenue Stanford # 225, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, USA | 5.0★ | 1 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All CPAs & Accountants in Santa Clarita
Clarita CPA Group
18560 Via Princessa Ste 220, Santa Clarita, CA 91387, USA
John E. Bennett, CPA
25600 Rye Canyon Rd #101, Valencia, CA 91355, USA
PC Accounting & Tax Services
22924 Lyons Ave #205, Santa Clarita, CA 91321, USA
Julie M Sturgeon CPA
28042 Avenue Stanford UNIT E, Valencia, CA 91355, USA
SMC TAX & ACCOUNTING INC
28625 Farrier Dr, Valencia, CA 91354, USA
Payne Lawrence CPA
26707 Oak Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91351, USA
Santa Clarita, CA CPA / Richard Grandinetti CPA and Accoutancy Corporation
25060 Avenue Stanford # 225, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, USA
John DePasquale CPA/CFE
25876 The Old Rd #255, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381, USA
RM Taxes
26775 Bouquet Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, USA
Manahan CPA
27201 Tourney Rd #201, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, USA
Katherine Cooper, CPA
25115 Avenue Stanford Suite 209A, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, USA
Mayflower Accounting
27125 Sierra Hwy Suite 360, Canyon Country, CA 91351, USA
MYBL Accounting Services Inc
27201 Tourney Rd #125, Santa Clarita, CA 91355, USA
Denny & Company, LLP (CPAs)
23929 Valencia Blvd #101, Valencia, CA 91355, USA
Patrick H Young CPA
23236 Lyons Ave # 202, Santa Clarita, CA 91321, USA
DK Tax Service
27013 Langside Ave, Santa Clarita, CA 91351, USA
Andrew Say, CPA, A Professional Accountancy Corporation
25129 The Old Rd # 302, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — CPAs & Accountants in Santa Clarita
What is the difference between a CPA, bookkeeper, and tax preparer in Santa Clarita?
A CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is licensed by the CA 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 CA?
Search the CA Board of Accountancy's online license lookup (find it by Googling "CA 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 Santa Clarita?
Typical rates in Santa Clarita: $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 Santa Clarita 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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