Startup M&A Accounting: Maximize Your Exit with Kruze Consulting
Are you ready for the biggest transaction of your VC-backed startup’s life? Don’t let accounting issues derail your acquisition.
Kruze Consulting’s expert M&A accounting services make sure your financials are ready when it matters most.
With Kruze Consulting, you’ll have the numbers – and advice – you need to navigate M&A due diligence successfully and maximize your exit value.
The M&A process can be daunting – your startup will face intense due diligence, detailed regulatory compliance review, and thorough scrutiny of your financial statements. Kruze Consulting has a strong track record of facilitating successful exits, and we keep you ready for this critical step with GAAP-compliant financials, expert guidance on valuation, and diligence-ready documentation.
Case Study
SnapAttack
Kruze was a key partner as part of SnapAttack’s acquisition, supporting last-minute requests and providing consistent communication throughout the transition process.
"Kruze was a key partner as part of our company’s acquisition, with folks across the team supporting last-minute requests and late nights when needed. The consistency of their communication and approach throughout our company’s journey made everyone’s job easier as we moved into the transition process. We appreciated their support throughout the process and Kruze will be our first call when starting another company."
Count On Kruze During Your Acquisition
Acquisition-Ready Financials
Our clients are twice as likely to be acquired as the average startup, so we’ve got extensive experience in getting your books ready for acquisition.
Seamless Due Diligence
We prepare a comprehensive due diligence folder that helps you respond quickly to any offers, so you’re always ready for potential acquirers.
Tax-Optimized Transactions
Our tax team works closely with you and your legal counsel to negotiate the most favorable tax structure for your exit.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Kruze Consulting specializes in startup accounting, relying on experienced accounting, tax, and finance professionals, using best-in-breed financial tools and systems.
Kruze Consulting’s M&A Accounting Services
Pre-Exit Financial Preparation
We ensure your books are GAAP-compliant and ready for review by sophisticated M&A teams.
Due Diligence Support
Our CPAs are available to answer questions and explain your financials during intense acquisition negotiations.
Valuation and Financing Assistance
Kruze helps you assemble documents establishing your startup’s financial performance, assets, cash flows, key metrics, and financial ratios.
Post-Merger Integration
We assist with financial consolidation and reporting after the deal closes, ensuring a smooth transition for your financial systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Start from day one. We create a due diligence data room and maintain acquisition-ready financials throughout your startup’s lifecycle.
The acquiring company will assess your startup’s overall financial health and viability, and identify risks or liabilities. Typically M&A diligence involves extensive financial analysis, comprehensive legal reviews, and a thorough evaluation of your startup’s operational capabilities.
Yes. In addition to your accounting team at Kruze Consulting, you need an experienced startup M&A attorney and a knowledgeable M&A advisor to guide you through negotiations, valuation, and deal structuring.
Our tax team works closely with you and your lawyers to structure the deal for the most favorable tax outcomes for founders and investors, potentially saving you significant amounts in taxes.
Contact Us for a Free Consultation
Kruze Consulting specializes in startup accounting, relying on experienced accounting, tax, and finance professionals, using best-in-breed financial tools and systems.
