Kruze Consulting
Kruze Consulting is a CPA firm offering expert accounting, tax, and fractional CFO services specifically for venture-backed startups, leveraging AI and automation to ensure financial transparency, compliance, and investor readiness.
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About Kruze Consulting
Kruze Consulting is a leading CPA firm specializing in expert accounting, bookkeeping, and advisory services tailored exclusively for VC-funded startups. Founded by Vanessa Kruze, CPA, the firm recognized a market gap for high-quality, startup-focused financial support, aiming to empower founders with reliable, responsive, and strategic financial services. From Pre-Seed to Series C and beyond, Kruze Consulting provides comprehensive solutions under one roof, including tax, payroll, 409A valuations, and fractional CFO services. The firm integrates CPA-level expertise with cutting-edge AI tools and automation to deliver fast, accurate, and investor-grade financials, ensuring startups are diligence-ready at every stage. Kruze Consulting’s mission is to help startups scale smarter and navigate the complex financial landscape, allowing founders to concentrate on core business growth. They pride themselves on a "hands-on partnership" approach, prioritizing readiness for fundraising and strategic exits, backed by an experienced team of CPAs and finance professionals.
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409A Valuations
Independent appraisals of your startup's common stock for equity compensation and IRS compliance. Offers audit-ready reports following AICPA and USAPAP guidelines, with a fast turnaround of 10 business days.
Audit-Ready Reports
Fast Turnaround
IRS Compliance
Pricing
Financial Modeling Services
Development and optimization of investor-ready financial models that accurately represent your startup’s vision and strategy. Provides strategic insights, helps mitigate financial risks, and supports ongoing financial planning.
Investor-Ready Models
Strategic Insights
Risk Mitigation
Pricing
Fractional CFO Services
Provides strategic financial leadership without the cost of a full-time CFO. Services include financial planning and analysis, budgeting, cash flow management, fundraising support, and operational guidance tailored for high-growth startups.
Financial Planning
Cash Flow Management
Fundraising Support
Pricing
R&D Tax Credit Services
Assistance for startups to identify, document, and claim Research and Development (R&D) tax credits, potentially offsetting up to $500,000 in annual payroll taxes. Includes qualification assessment, credit calculation, and IRS-compliant documentation.
Payroll Tax Offset
IRS Compliance
Credit Calculation
Pricing
Startup Accounting & Bookkeeping
Comprehensive accounting and bookkeeping services for VC-funded startups, including accurate transaction tracking, financial statement preparation (GAAP compliant), and monthly book closures. Includes a dedicated accounting manager and monthly calls.
Accrual Bookkeeping
Dedicated Manager
Monthly Reporting
Pricing
Startup Tax Services
Specialized tax services for VC-backed startups, covering federal, state, and local income tax preparation, payroll tax management, and strategic tax planning. Focuses on maximizing deductions, credits, and ensuring compliance.
Tax Compliance
Strategic Tax Planning
Income Tax Prep
