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Accounting Firms for Media & Entertainment for Payroll Services

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Good Operator - Accounting, Finance, Tax, & Fractional CFO | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
Good Operator - Accounting, Finance, Tax, & Fractional CFO
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24 Client Reviews

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"Chase is generous with his time and knowledge and genuinely cares about small businesses. He is kind and clear and makes sure you understand and have what you need. I find him to be patient and methodical and very human. I highly recommend him and his team."
Steady Co - Accounting, Tax & Fractional CFO | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services
Steady Co - Accounting, Tax & Fractional CFO
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13 Client Reviews

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"Everything has been easy, professional, and straight forward."
Solopreneur CPA (Matt Chiappetta, CPA) | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
Solopreneur CPA (Matt Chiappetta, CPA)
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6 Client Reviews

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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."

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Good Operator - Accounting, Finance, Tax, & Fractional CFO | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
Good Operator - Accounting, Finance, Tax, & Fractional CFO
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24 Client Reviews

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"Chase is generous with his time and knowledge and genuinely cares about small businesses. He is kind and clear and makes sure you understand and have what you need. I find him to be patient and methodical and very human. I highly recommend him and his team."
Iota Finance | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Forensic Accounting
Iota Finance
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12 Client Reviews

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"Great! They are fast and responsive. They get the work done."
Steady Co - Accounting, Tax & Fractional CFO | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services
Steady Co - Accounting, Tax & Fractional CFO
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13 Client Reviews

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"Everything has been easy, professional, and straight forward."
Solopreneur Tax | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Payroll Services
Solopreneur Tax
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9 Client Reviews

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"Excellent experience and would recommend to others. I'm not sure why anyone works with big firms anymore when you can have full confidence that you will get great expertise and service likes this."
Ever Ledger | Accounts Payable/Receivable, Budgeting & Forecasting, Business Tax Preparation
Ever Ledger
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8 Client Reviews

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"Working with the Ever Ledger team has been fantastic. I no longer spend multiple hours a week hunting down invoices and ledger entries. And their monthly close reporting is some of the best I've seen."
Solopreneur CPA (Matt Chiappetta, CPA) | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
Solopreneur CPA (Matt Chiappetta, CPA)
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6 Client Reviews

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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."
YOLO Numbers | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Mergers and Acquisitions
YOLO Numbers
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4 Client Reviews

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"Great! They took some really messy books, cleaned them up, did much better tax planning than my former accountant.
Before I was really stressed about my accounting. My I have a solid team and a system backing me up!"
Anchor | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Fractional CFO Services
Anchor
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3 Client Reviews

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"My experience with them has been fantastic. They make it super easy for me to stay hands off while still giving me all the important financial info I need. Would highly recommend!"
Anomaly CPA | Advisory Services, Bookkeeping, Mergers and Acquisitions
Anomaly CPA
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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
Ursa Consultants
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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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FrequentlyAsked Questions

What does an entertainment accountant do?

They manage financial planning, tax compliance, royalty tracking, production budgets, and complex income structures for entertainers and production companies.

What is the difference between a CPA and an EA accountant?

CPAs can work across many fields including audits and financial reporting. EAs specialize strictly in tax and are licensed by the IRS, not individual states.

Do artists need accountants?

Yes. Artists benefit from accountants who can manage royalties, irregular income, tour budgeting, tax deductions, and contract compliance.

What should I ask an entertainment accountant before hiring them?

Ask about their experience with tour accounting, production budgeting, multistate tax compliance, and royalty structures. Make sure they’ve worked with professionals in your specific niche—like music, film, or digital content.

How to Find the Right Accountant for Your Entertainment Business

Look for accountants with experience in film, TV, music, or sports. The best entertainment CPAs understand project-based income, tour budgets, licensing deals, and multistate tax rules. Here's how to vet the right fit.

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

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