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Expert tax preparation services in San Francisco, CA

Get expert tax help in San Francisco. We connect you with qualified professionals for personal returns in Pacific Heights or business tax preparation in Noe Valley.


Finding the right tax help depends on your situation. Here's what different professionals can handle:


Personal tax returns


For most individuals, a tax preparer can file your W-2, handle standard deductions, and claim common credits.


Business tax preparation


Small business owners and freelancers in San Francisco need someone who understands Schedule C and business deductions.


Complex tax situations


Rental properties, stock sales, or K-1 income require specialized knowledge. CPAs in San Francisco have the training to handle intricate returns.


CPA vs Enrolled agent vs Tax preparer


Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) pass a demanding exam and can handle accounting, planning, and audits. Enrolled agents (EAs) specialize specifically in tax law. Tax preparers are ideal for straightforward, efficient filings.


How much does a tax accountant cost in San Francisco?


Here’s what to expect based on the latest Bark data and regional averages:



  • Simple returns (W-2 only): $180-$270

  • Standard returns (W-2 plus common forms): $270-$390

  • Complex personal returns: $390-$630

  • Small business returns: $750-$1350+

  • Hourly rates: $75-$150


What to look for in a tax accountant


Check their credentials
Verify that your accountant has an active PTIN and current license.


Ask about their experience
Find out if they regularly handle situations like yours in San Francisco.


Understand their fees upfront
Get a clear quote before work begins.


When should you hire a tax accountant?


You started a business or side hustle
A professional in San Francisco can set you up correctly for quarterly estimated taxes.


You bought or sold real estate
Get professional help to handle capital gains and depreciation properly.


You received an IRS notice
CPAs and enrolled agents in San Francisco can resolve issues before they become bigger problems.


Tax preparation checklist


Before meeting with your accountant in San Francisco, gather these documents:


Income documents



  • W-2 forms

  • 1099 forms (interest, dividends, freelance)

  • Business records


Personal information



  • Social Security numbers

  • Last year's tax return


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Brian Alan Lang EA

San Francisco

With over seven years of full-time tax preparation experience and more than 15 years in the financial industry, my focus is providing personal, prompt attention to my clients. As an accredited Enrolled Agent (EA), I am licensed by the Internal Revenue Service to represent individuals, partnerships, and corporations before the IRS and all state tax authorities. I have a Bachelor of Arts degree from Columbia University, a Master’s of Science from the University of London and I am currently a candidate for a Master’s of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California. My expertise includes: Individuals, including those living overseas or earning foreign income Foreign Nationals living in the US or with US sourced income Partnerships, Limited Liability Corporations and S and C corporations IRS audits and inquiries, including delinquent filings In addition to working as an independent tax professional, I also prepare returns for Greenback Tax Services, TurboTax Personal Pro and Attorneys Tax Relief.

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What do you love most about your job?

I love interacting with my clients, helping them find new credits and missed deductions and then hearing what they did with the money they saved! US taxes are especially complicated for small businesses and people with international issues. I want to help people by managing their taxes, so they can focus on the more important things.

What inspired you to start your own business?

Prior to my career in taxation, I was a derivative trader with Morgan Stanley and Mitsui in New York, Royal Bank of Canada and Dresdner in London and Fortis in Paris as well as a FATCA (Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act) consultant for Credit Suisse in Zürich. Having lived and worked overseas, I immediately realized how complicated taxes can be for expats, and began helping friends prepare their returns, and it quickly evolved into my focus. I recently received a Master of Business Taxation from the University of Southern California. I specialize in international tax issues and working with small businesses.

Why should our clients choose you?

I combine experience from many varied aspects of tax preparation to give my clients a well-rounded perspective and a one-stop tax service. I've worked with a tax-relief law firm, as a FACTA consultant for Credit Suisse, as a derivatives trader, and am currently getting a Masters in Business Tax. So I can answer almost any question or quickly find the answer.

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The average rating for Bark Tax Accountants in San Francisco is 4.96, based on 300 reviews.

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