I have been working with David K. for 3 decades and accounting, with advice and honesty does not get any better than this. Added benefits are multiple languages, international accounting and terrific associates. I recommend highly for business and personal consulting and accounting. I am Harris Loeser read more

David Kupferman is in a league of his own. In addition to helping us save thousand of dollars, he was able to help me structure my business finances in a more efficient way. His team is extremely responsive and always available. If you are still doing your own taxes, think again and do yourself the service of hiring a real pro. read more

David Kupferman is probably the most underrated CPA in SF on Yelp. If you can do your taxes yourself, and your situation is relatively simple, then good for you. If you have complicated returns, international tax concerns, and know that a lot of CPAs aren't worth their weight, you shouldn't overlook him. He is well known in the SF area for handling difficult situations. I concur with the gentleman who respected David's knack for going to bat for his clients with the IRS. I love it. I guess you want your CPA to throw you under the bus and lay down to the government. 5 stars because he deserves to have his rating up. read more

Revised review: 2/23/08 Amending review - 5 stars to 2 stars. In short - when your CPA advises and recommends that he is to intercede with the IRS on your behalf for any future developments regarding the work he is doing for you, it's not the greatest experience to have to call the IRS yourself only to find that your CPA has been recorded as being "abusive" and "argumentative" with the agents there. ==================================================== original review: 2/17/08 Disclaimer: David Kupferman has strong ties to my place of work which I was not aware of at the time when I chose to engage with him. This firm only takes difficult or tricky tax cases -- if you have fairly straightforward taxes and are looking for someone else to quickly take the hassle off your hands, David Kupferman's office is probably not for you. The short story - I recently found myself in an embarrassing situation where I had to redo taxes from 2003. David's office quickly demonstrated that they had tons of experience with my predicament and gave me great directions on what to provide. Once I got all the required paperwork in to his office, my matter was completed within a week. Truly amazing. A note - they're not... inexpensive. read more

I have known David since 1996 and he has helped deal with me and my business accounting. He is like a super-CPA. David is a connector, strategist, and therapist. His experience with start-ups, creative firms, and fortune 500 companies gives him the insight needed to help build a roadmap for the future. read more

David Kupferman, CPA has shown me in just a few months of working together that he cares very much about the success of his clients. He is sincerely interested in the "big-picture". He helped maximize my deductions, as well as fix past tax returns which were done quite poorly by another CPA. David saved me several thousand dollars and for a very reasonable fee, too! (I am still surprised my former CPA had the nerve to charge "downtown" prices without half the dedication that David puts into his work.) David is SO helpful. With years of experience, his career has led him to some of the best in many other business fields. When I asked advice on another issue, he was quick to give it his attention and I am so grateful for his helpful referrals. He truly has an eager enthusiasm to see his clients thrive! If you have any need for a CPA, call and schedule time to meet and check out his services. Give yourself plenty of time to allow David to be thorough because he'll ask many detailed questions. I am sure you'll be pleasantly surprised and more than satisfied with his work - I am! THANK YOU! David! You are the best! Geoffrey N. read more

David Kupferman is in a league of his own. In addition to helping us save thousand of dollars, he was able to help me structure my business finances in a more efficient way. His team is extremely responsive and always available. If you are still doing your own taxes, think again and do yourself the service of hiring a real pro. read more

David Kupferman is an extremely detail oriented CPA with extensive knowledge about tax laws, implications and guided my husband and I through our most challenging tax situation. After selling an investment property, we were faced with large, unexpected tax liability, one which we could not repay, even with installment payments. With David's expertise, he carefully analyzed and researched different scenarios to help us through with an offer to compromise with the IRS. David has a keen ability to recognize certain attributes that would help in our favor or worsen them and advised us accordingly. Without his guidance, we would probably be living life in an unthinkable way. My husband and I are so grateful for his services and highly recommend him for any CPA related services. No doubt, he and his team are very good at what they do! - Martha P. read more

I have to agree with the two other reviewers here. He started out good the first year, but prices kept going up and up we were audited and ended up paying him more than if we just paid what they were asking. When we got a bill several years ago he added a charge of $500 just to scan our documents in even though he electronically submitted the return. Needless to say I now use H&R Block's software to submit my taxes and only spend $45/year and haven't heard a word from the IRS. read more

David is the Real McCoy. I've worked with a dozen different accountants over my 40 years in business and have finally found the perfect balance: an aggressive advocate with unimpeachable integrity. David will search every cubbyhole for every deduction you're entitled to, but never crosses the grey line that should never be crossed. I have complete confidence in the work he is performing on my behalf. read more

Way overpriced. I needed to get my business's accounting straightened up, and I came to David Kupferman on a friend's recommendation. I knew what his rates were -- $300/hr -- so I expected to pay a chunk of change. And the final bill didn't surprise me either. What did surprise me was the shoddy work. The end result of his accounting left me owing 5 figures in taxes; a couple of other CPA's I've spoken to pointed out the fact the he didn't take advantage of some basic accounting practices that would have zeroed my tax liability. I'm sure he's an ace in other areas if he can charge those rates, but certainly was not worth the price in my case. read more

I was referred to David Kupferman, CPA through the best attorney a girl could want. It was one of those instances where luck begets luck. So David was ready and willing to tackle my very complex and detailed tax filings and managed to eke out all those tasty deductions: I would grunt, "Had to sell that pig," and he would inquire, "travel expenses, selling commissions, depreciation???" And so it went that I have my trustworthy, and last account I will ever need. I hope this review does not make his rates go up! read more

David has completed my taxes for the last three years and done a terrific job. He and his staff are very knowledgeable and experienced for more complex tax return filings. David's experience in the industry and with audits allows him to provide professional, efficient, and high quality advice. read more

David is a competent CPA, knows how to deal effectively with the IRS, has a great attitude, fun to work with, and is reasonably priced. As part of the fall out from a business failure the IRS filed a tax lien in my name. Shortly afterwards I started getting unsolicited letters from all kinds of people promising to fix my IRS problems. After calling a few I found many to be scummy--promising all kinds of solutions with high fees up front with of course no guarantees. I received a letter from David also, and his approach seemed a little more straightforward than the others did so I filed it away for future reference. Soon I was being contacted by my friends at the IRS with all kinds of threats etc. Met with an IRS agent at his office--more threats. I thought why not give David a call. Bottom line was David quickly assessed my situation, told me what my rights were and we came up with a plan to deal with the IRS on a short timeline. David even trusted me that the "check was in the mail" and got going immediately. He negotiated with the IRS for a reasonable payment plan. David also helped me recently with an IRS tax audit. My return was complicated, since my business was a sole proprietorship. AND my prior tax preparer was in prison for stretching the truth on some of the returns he had prepared. David quickly identified the areas on the return that the IRS was likely to be digging into for nuggets. I put together the info David suggested and we developed a strategy based on David's experience. Bottom line, got a "no changes" report from the IRS. What a relief! David's worth every penny! read more

David sent me some information to help settle a tax lien. At first he seemed quite ready to start and he collected his retainer fee as soon as the 30 minute fee consultation ended. After that it was downhill. He made a mountain out of what in reality was a small hill, but wanted a very large fee to solve a problem that the IRS even told me was minor. They did not know why I gave him the POA. Watch out for this person, he knows how to take advantage of a simple situation for his own benefit. I am lucky I did not follow his advice any further. Think twice about mail advertisement letters to obtain professional contacts. It appears that advertises and send out soliciations widely rather than relyng on referrals. read more

The best and most ethical CPA I found in the Bay Area. I highly recommend him.

I came to David and his team several years ago with a letter from the IRS threatening me with substantial back taxes (which David was able to prove was completely incorrect). I have since had David prepare my taxes each year and have leaned on him and his team for financial and legal guidance. A great staff, always accessible and able to explain things in terms those of us who aren't tax experts can understand. read more

For the past six years David has prepared our family estate tax returns, some which were quite complex. As such, he has consistently demonstrated to me his exceptional of both federal and California state tax laws. At all times I have found his administrative staff to be very professional, courteous and most helpful. I would certainly recommend Davids services to any prospective clients. Ken O. read more

Very very expensive for what you get. Original verbal estimate for 2008 taxes $1500, final bill $ 3415. Previously my tax bill had been $500-1200. You be the judge! read more

David has been my CPA for the last 10 years. My family finds David to be a very great professional and caring person. My wife and I suggest that anyone who seeks professional finacial assistance should contact David. He serves great coffee too !!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

David has done my taxes for 15 years. I have been audited several times because of the nature of my businesses, and i have never had to pay the IRS a single CENT! And yes, i want my accountant to be "abusive" and "argumentative" with the IRS. Screw the IRS. The real issue is the WIN/LOSS column. David 3, IRS 0. Any questions. read more

I have been using David Kupferman, CPA for more than 20 years for my accounting needs. David and his team of professional accountants make reviewing my taxes and filing my State and Federal returns a very straightforward experience. It takes the pain out of the yearly filings. I highly recommend David and his team to take care of any accounting and tax filing needs read more

David has been my financial advisor and tax consultant since 2003 and I couldn't be more pleased. He has a friendly and knowledgeable staff who always accommodate my last minute requests. David not only does my taxes but he advises me on how best to structure my assets. He is patient and explains things so that a non financial person can understand. I have absolute trust and confidence in him and his abilities and recommend him highly. read more

David K has been doing our taxes for 15 or so years after a couple of bad experiences with other practitioners. David and his office have also done bookkeeping and payables for a small business I owned. David is top notch and has excellent folks working in his offices. David is much more than a tax preparer, he is a sophisticated financial and strategic thinker with international, high tech as well as mundane money management advice. He speaks multiple languages and is a nice guy. Not the cheapest tax dude in town but after 20 years of knowing him I can safely say that he is scrupulously honest. I recommend David Kupferman CPA highly. read more

While cleaning up my basket of business cards this morning, I ran across one of the worst professionals I have ever met. Also, this is my very first entry on Yelp! I feel compelled to tell others that this CPA is either lazy or incompetent. I spent ample time to email all my docs, drove 35 mins and paid for parking three times in his office to find a whole month later that he had no time to complete my 2011 return. He said, "you're not the only customer I have," I need to do other peoples return too." I had no choice but to FIRE him on 4/13/2011! read more