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Johnson CPA Group, PLLC

Certified public accountant · Maricopa, AZ · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%73+39.8Reliability 24%74+17.9Value 14%90+12.7Replies to reviews 7%17+1.2Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 72Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.72SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#51 of 66 accountantsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 23%
4.8 ★★★★★ 136 Google reviews
93%five-star reviews
4.85★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.2%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
0%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Johnson CPA Group, PLLC at a glance

Customers frequently cite punctuality, thorough tax preparation, and clear communication as key benefits, noting that staff members explain complex financial matters in an accessible manner. The firm handles both personal and business returns, often completing work efficiently and at reasonable prices. However, a pattern of low-star reviews highlights specific instances of unprofessional behavior, including allegations of confidentiality breaches during divorces, missed appointments, and a lack of responsiveness to client inquiries.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 136 reviews (93% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 136 Google reviews (108 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 15, 2026.
  • Service: Accountant serving Maricopa, Arizona.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other accountants

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction73Reliability74Craft & service99Value90Momentum100Replies to reviews17Satisfaction: 73 (median 90)Reliability: 74 (median 86)Craft & service: 99 (median 99)Value: 90 (median 93)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 17 (median 85)
Johnson CPA Group, PLLCAccountants median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.B
73
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 74/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.B
74
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 99.A
99
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 90/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
90
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Johnson CPA Group, PLLC: 17/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.F
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Star ratings

136 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars12693%
  • 4 stars32%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars11%
  • 1 star64%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 108 written reviews

  • Praise17596%
  • Complaints84%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price213%
  • Reasonable1387%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude5631%
  • Speed & response3318%
  • Would recommend3318%
  • Quality & results2815%
  • Communication179%
  • Price & value84%
  • Honesty & trust84%

What customers talk about

We read 108 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He is approachable, dependable, and extremely knowledgeable.”
    “He was unprepared for our appointment and came off quite rude.”
  • “My questions get answered promptly, I get good advice, and I am confident everything is being handled competently.”
  • “Mark provides the kind of personal service that is difficult to find, and I would gladly recommend him to other business owners.”
    “Maybe other people there are great, but stay away from the owners Son!”
  • “I have had a wonderful experience working with Mark Brooks at Johnson CPA.”
  • “…time to understand my business, patiently answers my questions, and explains everything in a way that is easy to understand.…”
  • “Price to complete them was very reasonable as well.”
  • “I truly trust them for all business and tax advise.”

People customers mention

  • Kevin 15 reviews
  • Dean 7 reviews
  • Brooks 6 reviews
  • Chris 4 reviews
  • Mark 3 reviews
  • Linda 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Johnson CPA Group, PLLC for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

GordanaLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

I have had a wonderful experience working with Mark Brooks at Johnson CPA. He is approachable, dependable, and extremely knowledgeable. What I appreciate most is that Mark takes the time to understand my business, patiently answers my questions, and explains everything in a way that is easy to understand. I always…

Business startup servicesBusiness tax return preparationBusiness consulting
KennethLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited a month ago★★★★★

I've worked closely with Kevin Johnson for well over a decade, and finally moved my corporate and personal tax planning and return preparation over to his firm this year. I've had the privilege of working primarily with Krehl Todd, who is fantastic. I have so much less stress about my tax returns now. My questions…

Business tax return preparationIndividual tax planningBusiness tax planning
Allan7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Very efficient & their consulting / response time to questions have been amazing. Our 3 business returns were completed within a day of getting final information to them. Price to complete them was very reasonable as well. Thank you to the entire company for all you do. AJ - Family Fire Protection

Business tax planningIndividual income tax return preparation
Jamie11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Sophia is amazing. She helped us so much with our taxes and is very knowledgeable.

william12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Our CPA Teri and the office staff are outstanding!!!! They took us in at the 11th hour when our former firm was unable to do our taxes.

Reasonable price
Ed10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Sophia, and team, did a marvelous job of keeping me informed and detailed the document collection and preparation process.

Reasonable priceIndividual tax planningBusiness tax planning

Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 136 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Casey Freymuth4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Casey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Have used them for many years. Good people. Reliable work.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Business tax return preparation, General bookkeeping
Gordana MikalackiLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gordana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I have had a wonderful experience working with Mark Brooks at Johnson CPA. He is approachable, dependable, and extremely knowledgeable. What I appreciate most is that Mark takes the time to understand my business, patiently answers my questions, and explains everything in a way that is easy to understand. I always feel confident that he is looking out for my best interests and helping me make informed decisions. Mark provides the kind of personal service that is difficult to find, and I would gladly recommend him to other business owners.

  • Services: Business startup services, Business tax return preparation, Business consulting, Individual tax planning, Payroll accounting, Financial advising, Business tax planning, Individual income tax return preparation
Kenneth NeeleyLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenneth has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I've worked closely with Kevin Johnson for well over a decade, and finally moved my corporate and personal tax planning and return preparation over to his firm this year. I've had the privilege of working primarily with Krehl Todd, who is fantastic. I have so much less stress about my tax returns now. My questions get answered promptly, I get good advice, and I am confident everything is being handled competently.

  • Services: Business tax return preparation, Individual tax planning, Business tax planning, Individual income tax return preparation
Allan Johnson7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Allan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very efficient & their consulting / response time to questions have been amazing. Our 3 business returns were completed within a day of getting final information to them. Price to complete them was very reasonable as well. Thank you to the entire company for all you do. AJ - Family Fire Protection

  • Services: Business tax planning, Individual income tax return preparation
Kevin McNiff1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Frances Stickel was a dream to work with. Organized, timely and thorough.

  • Services: Individual tax planning, Individual income tax return preparation
Brik NielsenLocal Guide · 23 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brik has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very professional and well run business!

Jamie Funston11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jamie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Sophia is amazing. She helped us so much with our taxes and is very knowledgeable.

william binder sr12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews william has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Our CPA Teri and the office staff are outstanding!!!! They took us in at the 11th hour when our former firm was unable to do our taxes.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Ed Green10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ed has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sophia, and team, did a marvelous job of keeping me informed and detailed the document collection and preparation process.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Individual tax planning, Business tax planning
stefano faso5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews stefano has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Impecable service from all member of the team. Mikaela is super helpful and communicative and Francis is so thorouh in her work

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Business tax return preparation, Individual income tax return preparation

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