5 Best Tax Services in Seattle (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Lorian Hartfield, Real Estate and Financial Expert · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

Falling behind on taxes in Seattle is more common than most people admit, and the fix rarely looks the same twice. The tax services on this page carry over 500 Google reviews between them, and every one of them holds at least 4.3 stars, so the real question is which kind of tax problem you actually have.

Short answer: Washington Tax Services leads Seattle's tax firms at 4.7 stars across 201 reviews, the deepest track record on this page, focused on IRS collections, unfiled returns and bookkeeping since 1989. 1-800Accountant (4.8, 159 reviews) and Taxman Associates (4.9, 80 reviews) round out the top three, with Taxman focused on complex returns and IRS problem resolution. Fees vary by complexity, and firms generally quote after a consultation rather than a flat rate.

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1. Washington Tax Service…
2. 1-800Accountant
3. Taxman Associates
4. Wembo CPA
5. George Dimov CPA
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Seattle's Tax Firms, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Washington Tax Services	4.7 ★	201	IRS problems / bookkeeping	View ›
2	1-800Accountant	4.8 ★	159	Small business / national firm	View ›
3	Taxman Associates	4.9 ★	80	Complex returns / crypto	View ›
4	Wembo CPA	5.0 ★	29	Individual and business CPA services	View ›
5	George Dimov CPA	4.3 ★	47	National CPA network	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Washington Tax Services

4.7201 Google reviews

Washington Tax Services is a downtown Seattle firm of licensed tax professionals that has represented taxpayers with IRS and state tax issues since 1989. The firm handles IRS collections, unfiled returns, audit defense, penalty abatement and payroll tax resolution, and also runs a separate bookkeeping arm for small businesses. It is the most-reviewed tax firm on this list.

What people praise

Reviewers describe specific staff members by name as consistently responsive over multiple years
Handles both individual IRS problem resolution and ongoing small-business bookkeeping
Long operating history, with one reviewer referencing a working relationship going back over a decade

Worth knowing

Handles complex, multi-year tax problems, so simple one-year filings may be a smaller part of its usual work

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume201 · 97th

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

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Our take: The deepest review history on this page and the broadest range of services, from straightforward filing to serious IRS resolution, make it a solid first call for most Seattle tax situations.

Website +1206-282-4555 Directions

506 2nd Ave Ste 1010, Seattle, WA 98104

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

1-800Accountant

4.8159 Google reviews

1-800Accountant is the Seattle location of a national accounting firm offering business tax preparation, personal tax filing, and bookkeeping support. It works with a wide range of specialists and often connects clients through free consultations tied to other services like LegalZoom.

What people praise

Reviewers describe fair, transparent pricing for business tax services
Wide range of in-house specialists available for different tax situations
Free consultations mentioned by multiple reviewers as a low-pressure starting point

Worth knowing

One reviewer described a multi-month delay getting a tax preparer assigned and reaching resolution
As a national firm, the specific preparer assigned to your case can vary

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume159 · 92th

Confidencemoderate

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: A strong rating built on responsive consultations, though the one sharply negative review is worth reading closely if your filing has a tight deadline.

Website +1800-222-6868 Directions

209 1st Ave S Fl 2, Seattle, WA 98104

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Taxman Associates

4.980 Google reviews

Taxman Associates is a Capitol Hill firm of CPAs advising on complex tax returns, IRS problem resolution and cryptocurrency tax situations. The firm is led by two named principals and positions itself around handling tax situations that fall outside a standard return.

What people praise

Reviewers describe multi-year relationships with named CPAs who remain consistently responsive
Specifically equipped for complex situations like inherited estates and cryptocurrency
Clear, patient communication repeatedly cited by reviewers dealing with stressful tax years

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than the top two names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume80 · 87th

Confidenceearly

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: The highest rating on this list, with reviewers consistently pointing to the same named advisors for complex or emotionally difficult tax years.

Website +1206-323-1066 Directions

300 E Pine St, Seattle, WA 98122

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Wembo CPA

5.029 Google reviews

Wembo CPA is a downtown Seattle firm offering individual and business tax preparation, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory services, with a second office in Spokane. The firm covers everything from estate planning to QuickBooks setup and IRS wage garnishment resolution.

What people praise

Reviewers describe getting caught up after falling behind on multiple years of unfiled taxes
Named advisor described as patient and clear working through an unfamiliar client portal
Broad service list covering both personal and small-business needs

Worth knowing

Smallest review base on this list, so the sample size is thinner than the firms above it

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating5 / 5

Review volume29 · 71th

Confidenceearly

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown97% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect rating built on a small but consistent set of reviews, worth considering especially if you're behind on filings and need a patient hand walking you through it.

Website +1509-516-2332 Directions

506 2nd Ave Suite 1400, Seattle, WA 98104

#5🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

George Dimov CPA

4.347 Google reviews

George Dimov CPA is the Seattle presence of a national CPA firm offering business tax and accounting services, payroll, and individual tax preparation. Reviews are mixed, with some describing strong multi-year experiences and a more recent review describing significant delays and unclear communication.

What people praise

Multiple reviewers describe a responsive, detail-oriented team across complex filings
Handles both business and individual tax situations under one national firm

Worth knowing

One recent reviewer described a filing delay of several months with limited communication
As a national firm, the specific preparer assigned can significantly affect the experience

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume47 · 76th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown81% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ranks last on this list mainly due to a recent, detailed negative review about response times, worth weighing against the otherwise positive history before you sign on.

Website +1844-630-2255 Directions

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the firm’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many clients have rated them, ranked against the other Seattle tax firms here. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a strong rating from many reviewers counts for more than the same rating from a handful. Recency reflects how recently clients are still leaving reviews. No firm can pay to change these numbers.

What affects tax service costs in Seattle? (2026)

Tax preparation and resolution fees in Seattle depend heavily on the complexity of the filing, whether IRS collections or back taxes are involved, and whether ongoing bookkeeping is bundled in. Firms typically provide a quote after an initial consultation rather than a flat published rate, and no firm can guarantee a specific refund or tax outcome.

Serving all of Seattle

These tax firms cluster around downtown Seattle and Capitol Hill, with several offering remote and multi-state service beyond the immediate metro. Searching for a tax service near me? Each listing below includes a live phone number and directions so you can find the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a tax service

Are you a licensed CPA, enrolled agent, or tax attorney, and can you represent me before the IRS if needed?
How do you typically structure fees for a return like mine?
What is your current turnaround time for a straightforward filing?
Do you handle bookkeeping and payroll, or only tax preparation?
Who will be my main point of contact throughout the process?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these tax services?

We started from Seattle tax firms with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (July 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Can any of these firms help if I owe back taxes to the IRS?

Washington Tax Services and Taxman Associates both specifically describe IRS collections and problem resolution work in their service lists. Confirm current capacity and fees directly, since this kind of work often requires more time than a standard filing.

Do these firms handle both individual and business taxes?

Most of the firms on this list, including 1-800Accountant, Wembo CPA and George Dimov CPA, describe serving both individuals and small businesses. Ask up front whether a firm specializes in one over the other.

The bottom line

Washington Tax Services is the safe default given its scale and range of services, while Taxman Associates stands out for complex or emotionally difficult tax years. Whoever you call, ask about fees and credentials up front, and remember that no tax service can guarantee a specific refund or outcome.

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