I wish we could give Yosef Manela's office NO stars. TOTAL FRAUD in our opinion. We were with them for 3 or 4 years. First of all Yosef charges prime rates. So you expect to get prime service. But that's not the case. Every time you want to reach him you need to wait on the phone and then he picks up then he keeps putting you on hold then tells you to email him. He answers emails pretty fast; However, when you go to meet him, you should carve out 4 hours of your day. He is all over the place, in and out of the office, picks up the phone in the middle your talk, calls the front desk in and out and and and... Tell you unrelated stories and tried to make it that he sounds super smart and know it all because he is a CPA and a lawyer. Now let's get to the goodies. When he reviews your tax return before filing, first of all, his juniors handle everything, they type in all the numbers and they all keep asking him questions, then he simply scrolls up and down your file and makes a few changes. And if you ask about something you don't understand, he simply says "We do that next year", "That's not going to save you" and etc. This year was last year we filed with them and I just had 2 separate CPA firms review his filings. HE IS TOTALLY OFF... Many items he put on there are not even the items I have reported. Calculations are wrong. Name of the business are wrong... IT IS A MESS. Over the years he charged us (and I know of a couple of other clients) thousands of dollars and when you ask for small things he charges you and sends you a bill. Go to an HONEST firm. Don't waste your time, energy and money with this firm. There are so many other CPA firms that are ETHICAL. This is NOT one of them. read more

We have a small entertainment/advertising/on-line business with lots of different levels to it. We were late on our California corporate taxes and my personal taxes for 2011, communication with our previous CPA died out last April and my California corporate taxes are due in 15 days. Mr. Manela Yosef advised me on everything I was doing right and wrong with my business and right then and then said I will never have to worry about business and personal taxes again! I came prepared with all my documents and figures in my briefcase, my just proceeded to start doing the taxes for both California and D.C. right there, the last two weeks I tried going to different CPAs trying to find someone who can at least see me for 15 minutes let alone do my taxes. I saw one other CPA around 90036 and that other CPA just gave me the scared tactic and lied to me and gave me all this bad advise, i'm not going to name names but don't always trust Yelp when they have 15 5 star ratings it means they are probably paying Yelp. Mr. Manela Yosef is straight, to the point, QUICK, it was my fault I didn't file on time but we make great looking website and mobile app we can't do taxes! I'm referring my friend to Mr. Yosef who does graphic design also and sometimes works on a 1099. I'm planning on returning February 2013 for my California FY2012 taxes and back in April for my D.C. taxes! Thanks again - great work! read more

Yosef Manela is one of the best accountants I have ever met. He's very sharp yet friendly and makes you feel very welcomed in his business. I highly recommend him not only because he's nice but also because very rarely you'll find MBA CPA and attorney in one person. UCLA grad! He's very reasonable with prices but you get what you pay so if you want the best of the best, use Manela Co! read more

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Yosef recently and right when I walked in the door I knew we were in good hands. Yosef is extremely knowledgeable and is very generous with his expertise. He offered us sound tips for planning ahead for our tax preparation. Thanks Yosef! read more

Disclosure - He is my cousin, and I haven't ever used him as an accountant. However, I do know that he is been in the business for over 11 years, and is a small business owner himself. He also almost never loses clients... so I assume that he is pretty good about what he does :) read more

Great outside of the box thinking accountant. Very loyal to customers and always available to help, especially when you need him. Highly recommend read more

Another great year thanks to Mr. Manela. His team is amazing and go way above and beyond of the norm. Thank you. read more

Yosef has been my accountant for the last three years. He really cares about his client and goes above and beyond. His staff is extremely professional and quick to answer and questions I have. If your looking for excellence this is the firm you want to use. I recommend him to all my friends who always thank me afterwards! Than you for always treating me like I am #1. All the best, read more

First, a brief background on my husband and I. This is the first time in 13 years we needed a new tax person. My husband became an independent contract employee and set up his own company, incorrectly, (thanks, LegalZoom.) We were in desperate need of a skilled CPA. Enter, Manela & Co. What a terrific experience. We were immediately met with a warm, courteous staff who were efficient, and genuinely took pride in their work. Mr. Manela was a delight, taking control of our situation with sage, expert advice, explaining options to us clearly, accommodating all of our questions, and executing our tax filing deftly. He was incredibly generous with his time, which says quite a bit during tax season. What truly is evident, though, beyond the great service, is a man, and a company, who is invested in doing the best work possible for every client; invested in having and maintaining a working relationship with his clients for years to come. It isn't often one encounters someone who so honestly wants to deserve the trust of his clients. He has ours. Thank you, Yosef Manela and staff! read more

Yosef Manela knows his stuff. He is an accountant and an attorney. He knows what he is doing, he is very sharp, and he is very personable. He has a wonderful staff as well. I would highly recommend him for his services. read more

I highly recommend. He is always there to help, is very thorough, and makes you feel the very best man for the job has your back. Besides being personable and genuine, you feel as though he takes your situation personally and handle any problems that came my way as if they were his own. He instantly feels like family, personally concerned about lowering your taxes and changing your life inthe process! In an accountant, you want competence, and attention to detail. But with Yosef Manela you also get the greatest mind in the business, leaving no stone unturned to guarantee the best outcome, the most savings, and real security, knowing a professional is on the job, always looking for the best strategy for your financial success so you don't have to. How many times do you hear from your friends about wonderful financial decisions, and wish you knew about them? With Mr Manela, worry not! He will seek you out to improve your financial life and tax burden. read more

Yosef is wonderful! I have been a client of his for two years. The first year he gave us some bad news, but he handled it with style and I am confident he did everything he possibly could to make the hit as small as possible. This year he had great news for us - largely because we took his advice and did what he said. He gets the job done. He's easy to work with. He is kind, generous, and on top of his game. He really knows what he's doing. He prepared personal and business returns for us. We will come back every year! read more

Yosef knows what he is doing inside and out. Not only is he incredibly knowledgeable, he's also very personable. He'll always make sure his clients are on the same page with him, and happily explain things in a way for even laymen like myself to understand. I would gladly recommend him to anyone looking for a solid, trustworthy accountant or financial planner. read more

My husband and I are relatively new to the area, and Manela & Co. was recommended to us by a friend. We could not possibly have had a better experience. The office called ahead to confirm our appointment, and we were greeted at the end of a long day with the offer of cold drinks and candy. We were stunned by how quickly our return was done, and Yosef and his staff gladly answered all of our questions. We didn't feel that any question was too silly or too small. I used to dread having my taxes done, but I certainly won't anymore. I wholeheartedly recommend this firm. read more

Terrific cpa and sharp as a tack. Super smart. Helped set a charitable trust and gave me tremendous tax advice. Highly recommended

Last year my friends and I started a small company. When it came to setting up our company's financial structure, we were completely lost. We set up a meeting with Yosef, who not only got all of our finances in order, but advised us on how to grow a successful business. Almost a year later, we are thriving thanks to Yosef's guidance. He is quaint, efficient, and professional. For anyone living in the greater Los Angeles area, I whole heartedly recommend using Manela & Company for any fiscal quandary, large or small. read more

I've been a client of Yosef's for many years, and I couldn't be more pleased with his outstanding level of service and attention to detail. He's both a CPA and a tax attorney rolled into one very sharp yet friendly guy, and he's exactly the kind of professional you want in your corner for all tax related matters, whether business or personal. read more

I've been with Yosef for 5 years and he's absolutely the best! Not only is he a CPA but also a tax attorney, I've never had any issues but if I ever did, I know I wouldn't need anyone else to handle anything that came up! Highly recommend him to anyone! read more

went to Yosef based on prior Yelp reviews and I'm glad I did!! He was awesome. Service in entire firm was quick and friendly, and Yosef knew exactly what he was doing, and did it well. My tax return was fairly simple, but I had moved across the country within the past year so he was able to deduct a lot of my moving expenses. Yosef was able to get me the best tax return I've ever gotten to date! I will be going back to him next year and bringing my fiance with me! i recommend him to anyone looking for an accountant. read more

I have been working with Manela & Company for the past 3 years and highly recommend them to anyone! My house burned down by accident while having it painted, and due to the way the settlement happened the IRS tried to deny my causality loss. After going to a handful of Tax firms, who frankly were glorified tax preparers- I was introduced to Mr. Manela and could finally breathe because I had someone on my side who took the time to listen to me, explain my options, and diligently protect my rights. They also helped me get my small business off the ground! I will be a partner and client for life! read more

I have been a client of Mr. Manela for almost a decade and he has never let me down. There are very few professionals like Mr. Manela that give out their personal numbers and actually answer the phone when it rings. No matter how behind I am in getting him the information he needs, things always get done on time. His staff is always friendly, courteous and extremely helpful. The most important thing to remember is that Mr. Manela reviews all the work done by his employees before it gets sent out. read more

As some of you may or may not know, starting your own business isn't as easy as they make it seem on tv commercials. Yosef explained all my options and walked me through every step. Yosef and his staff have been really helpful from start to finish and when one of his associates call me, they know everything about me and my business. I would highly recommend Manela & Co. read more

The best, he is extremely knowledgeable and very accessible, can't ask for more. He is as smart as he is great at his job, you won't find anyone better read more

Why choose between a CPA or a tax attorney when you can get both? I've thankfully never needed Yosef's legal services, but it's nice to know that he would be well-prepared to handle any legal issues should they arise. Doing one's taxes can be a stressful process, but the entire team at Manela & Co. are pleasant, professional, and efficient. Yosef has a true passion for his work and is eager to share his knowledge and expertise with you. If complications arise, he is patient in explaining the reasons and options available. I can't imagine having anyone else but him handling my personal and business finances. read more

Top notch accounting firm providing superior service. I have been with Mr. Manela for a little over 5 years and feel like everyone on his team is on par. Outstanding customer service when it comes to getting help with bookkeeping to the mundane letters that they need to help me out with. You get what you pay for and trust me, you will not be disappointed by switching over. Can not recommend this firm enough. read more

If you're ready to pay big bucks for simple returns, have price increased year after year (although you're a return client), wait an hour each time for an appointment that lasts less than 15 min, and have Yosef check his computer/emails/phones/personal matters during your appointment this is the place for you! To top it all off every year we went to him our appointment was before the busy tax season had hit. Non-personalized attention at a hefty price should be their motto! read more

The best CPA I have ever had! Answers arrive immediately whenever I email a question to Yosef. Amazing!

Everyone should be lucky enough to have an accountant like Yosef. His tremendous experience and knowledge both in accounting and legal is something you rarely find and is great for a business of any size. Yosef is always available and quick to get you the answers you need even during busy season. He has guided my business and I through all sorts of complicated situations both on the tax and legal side and we are grateful for his advice and guidance. I highly recommend Yosef to anyone looking for a creative, affordable, trustworthy and easy to work with CPA and attorney! read more

I was one of those "do it yourself" filers before I went to Yosef and discovered what an earnest professional accountant can do for you. His familiarity with the intricacies of the law, both as a CPA and an attorney, is astounding. He uses his skills to not only get you the best tax situation under the law, but to do so while making what is usually a "pain in the neck" experience into a pleasant pain free visit. Unlike some places, where you rarely deal directly with the name on the door, Yosef concerns himself with every client and is available to answer any and all of your questions giving you sound tax advice. I highly recommend Yosef Manela! read more

Worst person EVER. Yosef is very very cocky and he is completely unprofessional. He is a knowledgeable CPA but he is the worst person to deal with. He also charges way too much for what he says he's going to deliver on. I used him for several years and took his BS because I am not someone that likes change but enough is enough. In a nutshell: - Setup: I went to him because he did my taxes for years (charged too much but I didn't want to find someone new cause he already had my information) - Straw that broke the camel's back: I wanted to start my own S Corp and my friend (who already set one up) advised me that it would be very beneficial to me because of my particular situation. I was sold. So I went to my long time CPA (Yosef) and he charged me a arm and leg for the setup. I needed it right away but he didn't tell me there would be an "expedited" service fee if that was the case. He took over 1 week to get me any document after asking for the money up front. Also, when I called him, he started yelling at me and blaming me for not making it more clear that I needed the corp to be setup earlier and THEN... when I asked him to not talk to me like he was doing... he HUNG UP ON ME... and when I called back, his assistant answered and said he was in a meeting so told him to tell Yosef that if he doesn't setup my corp, then I want a refund and if doesn't give that to me then i would sue him.... And then what happens? Yosef sends me an email that just reads "sue me".... completely unprofessional. I told his employee that I wanted an apology for hanging up on me and that I expected a call but nothing.... This is my very first Yelp post... I don't ever post on this just because I work crazy hours and can't seem to find the time... that being said, I made time to tell everyone about this horrible personality, professionalism (or lack there of), and trustworthiness is terrible and there are far better options out there to get taxes or any other service done. Yelpers, find someone else!! read more

What's better than a great C.P.A.? A great C.P.A. who is also an amazing tax attorney. That's what you get at this firm. I have been a satisfied client for several years. read more

Way overpriced. Should not have been surprised when I visited office on 26th floor with view of the city who was going to be paying for it. He spoke to me for 10 minutes told me he would charge me $14k for what I needed and when I got up to leave he charged me $100 for the 10 minutes. And yes he had kept me waiting a good 30 minutes. I found someone way nicer, cooler, more efficient for $1300. This is a scam. read more

Yosef is a nice guy, as is his staff (very friendly) but he severely overcharges and is always late (over an HOUR!) to appointments. Not to mention, when he's meeting with you, he's also doing ten other things at the same time. You don't get the attention that you're paying for. read more

Just want to show my apprehension for Josef, giving him the honor of my very first yelp review. He is incredibly professional and knowledgeable yet humble and friendly. Josef deserves the five stars and then some. Not since I first had in n out burger have I wanted to promote another business this much. Thank you Josef!!!! read more

We have a couple businesses and were looking for advice on certain matters. I called Yosef and he listened to my questions/concerns very patiently and gave us excellent advice on what to do moving forward. He allayed the concerns we had and presented options on how his firm could assist us for our business needs. Based on our conversation, he appeared as someone who knows his field and can help us navigate the waters. We're glad we called him. read more

I love Yosef. 2016 was my first year doing business taxes for my company and my type A personality made me have so much anxiety about the "what ifs" and "did I do this right?" My friend recommended Yosef and immediately he put me at ease. He gets back to my emails right away and I feel that he gives you 100%. His staff is awesome, especially Shalom. I would highly recommend him. read more

I saw Yosef for help with a new LLC and he was incredible. He straightened out our companies finances, gave us helpful lessons on how to approach our taxes, and was just a smart and confident guy. He's clearly had a lot of experience and his insights into business were invaluable for me and my personal lack of business experience. Yosef is amazing, super relieved to have his help in my career.. read more

Best accountant ever!!! so happy i found him. I know many people that have been using him for many years and are extremely happy as well!!

Yosef is an excellent accountant and practitioner of law. Both of his professions compliment each other well. He takes the time to understand your needs and helps cater a solution that will be most beneficial to you. Aside from that, both he and his entire, very competent, staff are very warm and welcoming. I can't recommend them highly enough. read more

This is my 5th tax season working with Yosef. Best CPA I've ever worked with! I highly recommend any small business owners to work with Yosef. read more