BEGIN WITH EXPERIENCE.

A good idea and sound financial backing are the raw materials of a new company. But after the funding by an angel investor, venture capital, or private equity...then what? The accounting and tax questions that arise often seem formidable.


FML is uniquely qualified to help. Our professionals currently work with a number of companies backed by venture capital. Each has complex needs, including equity financing, stock-based compensation and revenue recognition. At the same time, each has a unique structure with its own set of challenges.


In addition to providing audit and tax compliance services, FML has also been involved in consulting and advising clients on how to avoid tax liabilities and exposures. As a result, many have taken advantage of opportunities that were not obvious at first glance.

 

 Early stage

EXPERIENCE IN ACTION.


• For early stage companies:
  Assist management in
  understanding the
  accounting and tax
  implications of
  financing alternatives.
• For venture capital and
  private equity firms:
  Assist with audit and tax due
  diligence prior to investment.
• Experts in applicable
  state and federal R&D
  tax credits.

 


 

QUICK THINKING.

Early stage companies can benefit from several of FML’s service categories. Some thoughts to get
you started:


Assurance & Advisory (Audit): FML’s audit opinions hold a lot of weight with venture capitalists, simply because they’re based on years of Big 4 experience and knowledge of the issues these companies face. Many companies in early or rapid growth stages seek FML’s insight on equity transactions, revenue recognition and other critical issues. Peace of mind isn’t a luxury, but a necessity when the stakes are high.


Tax: The tax issues surrounding a growth company are legion: Executive compensation. Section 409A. Equity and debt issues during recapitalization. Transactional and structural issues. Sales and use and income tax issues. International issues as your business expands. Research and development tax credit opportunities. FML has the ideas and experience to help you limit your liability.


Consulting: FML has helped numerous companies implement processes and establish internal control environments in their accounting departments—particularly valuable as these departments get ready to expand.


Business Information Assurance: Most start-ups protect their proprietary information against legal infringement. But you also need to secure digital data properly to prevent IP theft. Information controls are equally critical as you grow. Make a small investment in an information evaluation now to avoid expensive retrofits down the road.