When You Should Hire a CPA: Key Considerations for Startups
As a startup founder, you’ve got a lot on your plate—developing your product, growing your customer base, and handling day-to-day operations. One area that often doesn’t get enough attention early on is financial management. Over time, I’ve worked with many startup founders, and one thing I’ve consistently seen is the pivotal role that hiring a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can play in a startup’s success. Whether you’re bootstrapping or preparing to seek investor funding, a CPA can help ensure your financial processes are robust, compliant, and ready to support growth. Structuring Your Business the Right Way One of the first critical decisions you’ll face as a startup owner is choosing the right legal structure for your business. Whether you’re considering operating as a sole proprietorship, a partnership, an LLC, or incorporating as a C-corp or S-corp, the choice you make will have long-term tax and legal implications. A CPA can guide you through this decision by explaining how ...