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Accounting Firms for Energy & Utilities Companies

The energy and utilities industry faces more than just rising costs and complex regulations. Between tax credit optimization, energy efficiency reporting, multi-entity financials, and FERC compliance, this space demands accountants who know how to translate kilowatts into spreadsheets.
On Sam’s List, you’ll find specialists who work with:

Renewable energy developers and infrastructure funds

Oil & gas operators managing depletion and asset retirement

Utilities navigating rate design, cost-of-service analysis, and FERC reporting

Energy startups tracking investment capital, grants, or tax equity deals

Clean energy businesses using tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act

Need to outsource something else? Search for proactivefinancial advisorsandfractional CFOson Sam’s List too. Make sure to check the reviews, it’s one of the most important parts of your vetting process!

Featured Accountants

Bookkeeper360 | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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2 Client Reviews

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"I have found the overall service invaluable to the success of my business. Highly recommend the team at BK60."
Solopreneur CPA (Matt Chiappetta, CPA) | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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"Securing Matt's services has been my best investment in the last 24 months. He does all of my business and personal accounting. I don't spend one minute worrying about it anymore. He affords me more time with my family and friends. I couldn't ask for anything more."
ECOM CPA | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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3 Client Reviews

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"Jeremy and his team have been my go to firm for over 6 years. I have been delighted with quick results, very responsive answers to my questions and have even been educated when needed. This firm cares about your taxes 365 days a year and does a great job of tax planning and preparation so tax day is not a dreaded experience. I need my complex corporate taxes and personal taxes handled by a knowledgeable, tax oriented team of professionals, and this team is the best."

Accountants

Good Operator | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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21 Client Reviews

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"Good Operator feels like home—a space that goes beyond simply meeting requirements. It’s about growth, clarity, and a sense of order. Chase and his team are truly exceptional, providing me with a safe and supportive environment to expand my business."
Good Measure | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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8 Client Reviews

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"Our organization was in a rough spot regarding our financial processes given we were understaff and lacked the expertise needed to work effectively in this area. Our partnership with Good Measure Financial was easily the best decision we’ve made operationally in the last decade. We needed professional help from payroll/tax filing to best practice as a non-profit organization and GMF was the clear choice. There are so many details that make working with a church labor intensive, ranging from how pastors are paid to supporting missionaries or working with committees. The regular, run of the mill business partner working with small business could never do what GMF has done for us. Nothing is boiler plate. If I need Ben, he is available to give good, honest, friendly, and proactive help. You don’t have to lead their team to fix your problems like I’ve seen with other partnerships, Ben will find it and do it before asked. He is the guy and GMF is the team you want in a foxhole. If you’re a church and your finances are more characterized by chaos rather than order...
doola | Bookkeeping, Tax Preparation
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6 Client Reviews

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"I have an E-commerce business which I manage on doola, as an international founder, having everything in one place (formation, finances, and bookkeeping + federal taxes) is awesome, and the CPA consultations are a nice touch."
Lemoti | Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services, Tax Preparation
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4 Client Reviews

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"Thank you to the Lemoti team for helping me stay on top of my finances and ensuring I'm maximizing my post-tax earnings for retirement. I used to worry if I was managing the numbers correctly, but now, thanks to them, I have complete peace of mind."
Framework Tax & Accounting | Advisory Services, Audit Services, Bookkeeping
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"Great! Fast, helpful, answered all my questions, didn't mind getting on calls, and had ideas for how to improve things."
Walker Advisory, LLC | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Forensic Accounting
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3 Client Reviews

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"Dylan did my taxes this year. He took extra time to go through our paperwork and look for every qualifying deduction possible. I was shocked at how much we’d missed in the past and very grateful for his help. He was always helpful and available to answer questions."
Graphite | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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3 Client Reviews

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"I've been working with the Graphite team for years, and they've been an amazing partner every step of the way. They're easy to work with, highly collaborative, and always go above and beyond. If you want a true partner by your side through the rollercoaster of building a company, this is the team."
Private Tax Solutions | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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3 Client Reviews

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"Private Tax Solutions is incredibly helpful, responsive and great to work with. They help us with our personal and business taxes. When we started a new business in 2023, Don gave me invaluable guidance on all the tax compliances and filings for operating in multiple states and continues to help as our business grows. Selfishly I want to keep them all to myself, however if you need an OUTSTANDING Accounting Team, Private Tax Solutions are the ones to contact. They really do have solutions to all your tax questions and the private client portal makes it easy to transfer information and communicate with them from any state."
Anomaly CPA | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Mergers and Acquisitions
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2 Client Reviews

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"Fantastic team at Anomaly - Been a client for years and this is the ONLY place where you get CPA brainpower and legal advice IN ONE PLACE.   Before working with Anomaly about something complex, the response from my accountant was "speak to your attorney", who in turn would say "we should hop onto a call with your CPA".  
Anomaly brings it all together - like it should be!!!
Brilliant team and terrific insights."
Ursa Consultants | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
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2 Client Reviews

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"I've had the privilege of working with Jace long before he founded Ursa Consultants. His extensive experience as a fractional CFO, combined with his work with hundreds of startups, equips him with a deep well of knowledge to address each client’s unique needs. What truly sets Ursa apart is their personalized approach. Jace and his team genuinely care, rolling up their sleeves to tackle your challenges head-on. They offer a full spectrum of services, from accounting and tax to strategic financial guidance, ensuring comprehensive support for your business."
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Why Work with an Accountant Who Specializes in Energy or Utilities?

From solar credits to oil depletion allowances, the financial rules in this space aren’t made for generalists. You need someone who knows how to handle everything from FERC regulatory reporting to rate case modeling and energy tax strategy.
The right accountant can help:

Track and report energy consumption and costs for operational insights

Navigate tax audits, credits, and state-by-state compliance

Design utility rate structures and forecast capital financing needs

Support renewable energy financing, grant reporting, and carbon credit eligibility

Implement multi-entity accounting systems for vertically integrated energy firms

Whether you're a startup in clean tech or a regional electric co-op, an energy-focused accountant can help you stay compliant while optimizing performance.

FrequentlyAsked Questions

What does an energy accountant do?

An energy accountant helps track energy consumption, efficiency metrics, and related costs. They also handle regulatory compliance, tax planning, and reporting for energy-related companies including solar, oil & gas, and utilities.

What is a utility accountant?

A utility accountant manages accounting and financial functions for utility companies. This includes regulatory filings (like FERC), rate setting, budgeting, and capital financing—particularly for electric, water, and gas utilities.

Is energy accounting different from regular accounting?

Yes. It requires knowledge of specialized areas like energy tax credits, depletion allowances, cost-of-service modeling, and compliance with government energy programs.

What businesses should hire an energy or utility accountant?

Renewable energy developers, infrastructure investors, electric co-ops, utility providers, and oil & gas operators all benefit from specialized accounting services.

Do I need a CPA for my utility business?

While CPAs are required for audits and certain filings, you can also work with accountants who specialize in energy bookkeeping, tax prep, or grant reporting. Look for industry experience over credentials alone.

What’s the cost of hiring an accountant in this space?

Expect bookkeeping and compliance to range from $1,500–$5,000/month, with higher-end support like audit prep, tax structuring, or modeling billed hourly or as a project (often $250–$500/hour depending on firm size and specialty).,

Not sure who’s right for your energy and utilities business? Answer a few quick questions, and we’ll introduce you to someone who fits.

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