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    Bookkeeping & CFO Advisory for SaaS Companies & Startups

    SaaS companies and tech startups need financial infrastructure that investors, board members, and acquirers expect. We deliver investor-ready books, SaaS metrics, and strategic financial leadership from pre-revenue through growth stage.

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    The Financial Complexity of SaaS & Startups

    SaaS and startup financials have unique requirements that most bookkeepers aren't equipped to handle.

    Revenue recognition for subscriptions, annual contracts, and usage-based pricing is complex
    Burn rate, runway, and unit economics aren't tracked consistently
    Deferred revenue and prepaid contracts aren't properly managed on the balance sheet
    Investor-ready financials and board packages take days to assemble manually
    SaaS metrics (MRR, ARR, churn, LTV, CAC) aren't integrated into financial reporting
    You've raised capital but don't have the financial infrastructure to manage it properly

    How We Support SaaS Companies & Startups

    Purpose-built financial operations for the velocity and complexity of SaaS and startup businesses.

    SaaS Revenue Recognition

    Proper ASC 606 revenue recognition for subscriptions, annual contracts, usage-based pricing, and multi-element arrangements.

    SaaS Metrics & KPI Dashboards

    Monthly tracking of MRR, ARR, net revenue retention, churn rate, LTV, CAC, and other SaaS-specific metrics alongside your financials.

    Investor & Board Reporting

    Board-ready financial packages, investor updates, and cap table coordination that keep your stakeholders informed and confident.

    Burn Rate & Runway Analysis

    Real-time burn rate tracking, runway forecasting, and scenario modeling so you know exactly how long your cash will last.

    R&D Cost Capitalization

    Proper tracking and capitalization of software development costs for financial reporting and potential R&D tax credit support.

    Fractional CFO Advisory

    Strategic financial leadership including fundraising preparation, pricing strategy, expansion modeling, and financial due diligence support.

    Why SaaS Companies & Startups Choose Us

    We understand SaaS financials: recurring revenue, deferred revenue, and subscription metrics
    Our team has supported companies from pre-revenue through Series B and beyond
    We prepare investor-ready financials and board packages monthly
    We coordinate with your CPA and legal counsel for tax strategy and compliance
    We scale from startup bookkeeping to full CFO partnership as you grow

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    Do you provide bookkeeping for SaaS and tech startups?
    Yes. We specialize in SaaS and startup bookkeeping including ASC 606 revenue recognition, deferred revenue management, SaaS metrics tracking (MRR, ARR, churn, LTV, CAC), investor reporting, and fractional CFO advisory from pre-revenue through Series B and beyond.
    How much does startup bookkeeping cost?
    Startup bookkeeping typically ranges from $750 to $2,000 per month for early-stage companies. SaaS companies needing revenue recognition, investor reporting, and fractional CFO advisory typically invest $3,500–$8,000+ per month depending on complexity.

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    Disclaimer: This firm is not a CPA firm. We do not provide tax preparation, payroll processing, bill pay services, or attest services (audits/reviews). Bookkeeping and advisory support is for management use; tax filing is handled by the client's CPA. We are happy to coordinate with your existing tax and legal advisors.

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