Technology Industry

Start Up Services


Starting a high-tech business is difficult and unpredictable, and having the right advice along the way is critical. Outside professional advisors have the experience that can help you work through important considerations, such as preparing for exit, managing cash burn rates, and assessing investment opportunities.

BPM's business advisors begin working with emerging businesses on day one. Establishing a solid financial foundation affords founders the opportunity to focus energy on growth rather than accounting and administrative headaches. We help you consider your options - from employee compensation to investment offers - to ensure that your decisions will help achieve your strategic goals.

BPM's Technology group consists of dedicated professionals experienced with the intricacies of high tech startups. We are set apart by a deep understanding of emerging sectors such as software, cloud computing, and the internet, as well as our experience working with businesses ranging from venture backed start-ups to multinational public companies.

We can assist in areas such as:

  • Stock option and incentive plans
  • Ownership issues
  • Cross-state and international tax issues
  • Back-office accounting
  • Preparing financial statements and projections for investors
  • Business valuations
  • Profit enhancement/earnings quality
  • Bank representation
  • Accounting system implementation
  • Financial process improvement
  • Financial statement audits and reviews
  • Income tax return preparation and consulting
  • Cash flow management

At the same time, our Technology professionals have experience on a wide range of accounting issues that your industry faces, including:

  • Revenue recognition
  • Inventory valuation and obsolescence
  • Debt and equity financings
  • Fair value accounting

Please take a look at some of our relevant whitepapers and articles, below, or reach out to one of our team members .

 

 

Revenue Recognition

New Revenue Recognition
Rules for Multiple Deliverables

The hotly debated rules may create more work, but should allow companies to recognize revenue sooner.

Early Stage Valuation Challenges

Early Stage Valuation Challenges

The need for future equity or debt contributions introduce complexities into the valuation process of an equity interest.