Stern Cohen Accountants is an award-winning accounting firm in Toronto, serving successful business owners across the GTA and Ontario. We’re proud to be a ClearlyRated 2026 Best of Accounting™ winner for both Client Satisfaction and Employee Satisfaction—based on third-party validated survey feedback.

2026 awards at a glance

What these awards mean for business owners

With so many accounting firms in Toronto, it can be hard to compare service quality. That’s why independent feedback matters. The recognition cited on this page is from third-party verified surveys, surveys by industry peers, and first-hand client reviews —so this recognition provides a practical signal of what clients experience in real life: world-class service, continuity, and valuable advice. In the words of two of our Partners:

“An NPS of 87.1 is meaningful because it reflects independently validated client feedback. Business owners rely on us as a true extension of their team—helping them stay compliant, identify tax savings, and make confident decisions throughout the year.” Richard Mendelsohn, CPA, CA, Ph.D., Partner at Stern Cohen Accountants

“Great client service starts with a team that feels supported and set up to succeed. The positive experience our employees are reporting translates into continuity for our clients. It’s a win-win.” Laura Gay, CPA, CA, Partner, Not-for-Profit Specialist at Stern Cohen Accountants

Who we help

  • Owner-managed businesses in Toronto and across Ontario
  • Growth-stage companies that want fewer handoffs (bookkeeping + tax + advisory in one place)
  • International businesses coming to Canada
  • Not-for-profit organizations and charities

How clients benefit from working with Stern Cohen

We’re a one-stop shop for business owners. Clients who see the most benefit from our services outsource their internal bookkeeping, tax compliance and accounting to us. They benefit from:

  • An experienced team with CPA oversight to identify tax savings and growth opportunities
  • Dedicated team members + back-up coverage to reduce disruption from illness or turnover
  • Reduced overhead compared to building and managing an internal accounting department
  • Migration to a robust cloud accounting platform with QuickBooks Online, Dext and Wagepoint

Where to see verified ratings and reviews

Stern Cohen at a glance

  • Location: Toronto, Ontario (serving GTA + Ontario-wide)
  • Best fit for: successful owner-managed businesses, growth-stage companies, and not-for-profits
  • Core services: financial statements (audit, review, compilation), tax, advisory, bookkeeping, payroll, fractional CFO, estate planning
  • Cloud stack: QuickBooks Online, Dext, Wagepoint

Awards & recognition history

Recognition Years
ClearlyRated Best of Accounting™ Client Satisfaction 2016–2026 (11 consecutive)
ClearlyRated Best of Accounting™ Employee Satisfaction 2022–2026 (5 consecutive)
Post City Magazine “Toronto’s Top Accountants” 2025–2026 (2 consecutive)

About ClearlyRated’s Best of Accounting™ awards

As described in CPA Practice Advisor, ClearlyRated’s Best of Accounting™ awards recognize accounting firms that deliver outstanding client and employee experiences, based on third-party, statistically valid satisfaction surveys. Results are measured using established benchmarks and the Net Promoter Score (NPS) framework—so recognition reflects verified feedback, not paid nominations or self-reported ratings.