NSI Accounting & Financial Services

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    Start-Ups

    Accounting for Early-Stage & Growth Companies

    Startups move fast, and your finances need to keep up. From choosing the right entity structure and managing burn rate to preparing for your first fundraise, we help founders build a financial foundation that scales with the business.

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    Industry Challenges

    We Understand Your Start-Ups Challenges

    Every industry has unique financial challenges. Here are the most common ones we see — and how we deal with them.

    Entity & Tax Structure

    Choosing between LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp with implications for fundraising, taxes, and equity.

    Entity analysis based on your funding plans, number of founders, and growth trajectory.

    Burn Rate & Runway

    Tracking how fast you're spending and how long your cash will last.

    Monthly burn rate dashboards with runway projections and scenario modeling.

    Fundraising Readiness

    Investors expect clean books, proper cap tables, and GAAP-compliant financials.

    Investor-ready financial packages with proper revenue recognition and accrual accounting.

    Tailored Services

    Services for Start-Ups Businesses

    Here's what we typically handle for start-ups businesses.

    Startup Bookkeeping

    Clean, organized books from day one — so you're always ready when investors ask.

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    Entity Formation

    Pick the right structure for your startup based on funding plans and tax goals.

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    Founder Tax Planning

    83(b) elections, equity compensation, QSBS exclusions, and personal tax integration.

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    Tax Tips for Start-Ups

    Practical tax tips that apply specifically to your industry.

    File your 83(b) election within 30 days of receiving restricted stock — missing this deadline is costly
    Structure your company as a C-Corp if you plan to raise VC funding
    Claim R&D tax credits from day one — even pre-revenue startups can benefit
    Look into QSBS (Qualified Small Business Stock) for potential capital gains exclusion of up to $10M
    Track all startup costs — up to $5,000 can be deducted in year one, the rest amortized
    Don't forget to deduct home office expenses, travel, and equipment used for the business

    Why Choose Us

    Benefits of Working with Someone Who Knows Your Industry

    A general accountant might miss deductions or rules specific to your industry. We've worked with enough start-ups businesses to know what to look for.

    From strategic tax preparation to payroll management and CRA & IRS audit support, we handle the financial side so you can focus on growing your business. Meet our team of industry specialists.

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    Key Benefits

    Investor-ready financial statements
    Burn rate and runway tracking
    Entity structure optimization
    Cap table management support
    R&D tax credit maximization
    Founder tax planning and 83(b) elections

    Our Start-Ups Specializations

    Deep expertise in these specific areas

    Entity FormationFundraising SupportBurn Rate AnalysisCap Table83(b) ElectionsQSBS PlanningR&D CreditsEquity Compensation

    Start-Ups Client Success Story

    See how we helped a start-ups business get real results.

    Pre-Seed SaaS Startup$30K saved Impact
    Challenge

    Two co-founders formed an LLC, didn't file 83(b) elections, and had no financial systems in place heading into their first fundraise.

    Solution

    Converted to a C-Corp (Delaware), filed late 83(b) elections where possible, set up proper books, and created an investor-ready financial package.

    Result

    Successfully raised a $1.5M seed round. Investors noted clean financials as a positive signal. Founders saved $30K in potential tax liability through proper structuring.

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