Tax services for startups are our niche, our passion, and high growth is where we excel. We offer financial and accounting services in New York City and in technology company hubs all over the US for 800+ fast growing Seed, Series A, and Series B companies.
Founder & CEO Vanessa Kruze is a CPA, Deloitte Tax alumni, and former Controller of a 120+ FTE startup. Our FP&A team helps our clients prepare budgets and projections for fund raises and is lead by a former venture capitalists and operating executive. Our Staff Accountants and Controllers come from the Big 4 and top venture capital backed startups.
Kruze is committed to New York City’s startup scene, bringing Silicon Valley tax, CPAs and expertise to NYC based startups. Kruze’s team is highly experienced helping seed and VC-backed companies navigate New York State and City level tax and compliance needs (see our New York tax compliance deadline calendar below).
With hundreds of VC-backed startups in NYC and beyond, the Kruze team of CPAs and accounting professionals has the knowledge to help funded startups. As the venture capital ecosystem in New York has grown, so has Kruze’s NYC client base. Per PitchBook data, New York City startups continue to raise ever-bigger amounts of VC funding at ever higher and higher valuations. A qualified tax CPA like Kruze can likely help these companies save millions per year in payroll taxes through tax credit advice.
In the fast-paced world of New York City’s startups, managing tax obligations with precision and foresight is crucial. At Kruze, we offer unparalleled tax advisory services that cater specifically to the diverse and ever-evolving needs of NYC startups. Our team of seasoned tax professionals is equipped to guide your business through the maze of state, city, and federal tax deadlines, ensuring compliance and optimizing your financial strategy.
Our detailed NYC tax calendar provides a clear roadmap of over tax deadliness specific to New York City startups. From quarterly estimated payments to the critical April 15th deadlines and beyond, we ensure you never miss a beat.
Whether you’re navigating the early stages of your startup journey or scaling at an accelerated pace, our strategic tax advice is designed to support your goals. In the bustling startup landscape of New York City, where every decision can impact your path to success, Kruze is your trusted advisor for all things tax.
Concerned about your 2026 Tax Deadlines?
We've done the work for you with these 2026 Tax Compliance Calendars.
IRS ACA Compliance 1094-B, 1095-B, 1094-C, and 1095-C filings are due (e-file).
New York State General Business Corporation Franchise Tax Form CT-3 due. Can extend to October 15.
New York State and New York City estimated tax payments due for Q1.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return due. The Federal Form 1120 is the U.S. Corporation Income Tax Return, which the IRS has companies use to report their income, losses, credits, etc., and to figure the income tax liability of the corporation. Can extend the deadline to Oct. 15. All New York City startups are required to file this Federal form by this deadline unless they file an extension.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 1st installment (first quarter 2026).
File the R&D Tax Credit Form 6765 with your tax return. Can extend to October 15. We strongly recommend working with a qualified CPA to prepare this form in conjunction with your Form 1120 if your company is going to be acquired by a major technology company, that company’s CFO will use a strong tax team to do due diligence on this.
Due date for New York City startup employees to make contributions to Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) for 2025 (Employee Benefits).
Quarterly New York State Payroll Taxes Form NYS-45 due for Q1.
New York City startups can claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 40% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 2nd installment (second quarter 2026).
Quarterly NY State Payroll Taxes Form NYS-45 due for Q2.
Claim Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax. Pay 20% of your estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
New York State and City of New York estimated tax payment due for Q3.
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 3rd installment (third quarter 2026).
New York State General Business Corporation Franchise Tax Form CT-3 final due date/deadline if extension was filed.
C Corp Form 1120 Tax Return final due date for New York City startups if extension was filed.
Claim your Research & Development Tax Credits on Form 941.
Delaware Quarterly Estimated Franchise Tax, Pay 20% of estimated annual amount (if annual amount expected to exceed $5,000).
New York State and New York City estimated tax payments due for Q4 (prior year).
Federal Quarterly Estimated Tax 4th installment (fourth quarter 2026).
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"I had a great experience working with Kruze Consulting when we raised Series A. They know what VCs need to see, and how to present a startup's books and finances. If you are going to raise venture capital, you need experts like Kruze."
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With former venture capitalists on staff, our team is here to help you navigate the fundraising process and manage your board of directors
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"Kruze has supported us above and beyond basic accounting needs by ensuring we have everything we need to expand and support our team wherever they may be located"
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Head of Operations & Legal
Clients who have worked with Kruze have collectively raised over $15 billion in VC funding.
We set startups up for fundrising success, and know how to work with the top VCs.
Experienced team helping you
Our account management team is staffed by CPAs and accountants who have, on average, 11 years of experience.
Grew from a 2-person startup to a NASDAQ listed public company.
"The Kruze team helped us grow from a 2-person startup to a NASDAQ listed public company in 2 years. We wouldn't have gotten public without Kruze's support. Anyone thinking of launching a startup should make Vanessa their first call!"
Jesse Shefferman
CEO
