Advisory
With numerous, constantly changing rules and regulations to follow, projects to complete and deadlines to meet, persons responsible for the finance, tax and accounting functions need resources. Further, many growing small- and mid-sized business do not need and cannot afford in-house, full-time, senior level finance executives. That’s where we fit in. Our experiences, resources (knowledge, qualified people, tools and systems) and commitment, will get the project done right. Our practice is dedicated to outstanding and timely service.
Critical to a growing business is the ability to raise funds, be they loans or permanent capital. We can assist finding money from public or private sources, the government, and/or financial institutions. A significant portion of our practice is devoted toward helping companies with fund raising; from initial presentations for angel investing groups, to detailed plans for venture capital firms, to private equity, to private placements and public offerings. We know the expectations of Small Business Administration, OPIC, EXIM Banks, USAID and financial institutions generally. We are continually helping companies with their financial reporting requirements, including SEC reporting and SOX compliance. Our clients call on us to assist with valuing a business, selling their business or acquiring a business.
Here is a partial list of other areas where we may assist:​
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Strategic planning alternatives, budgeting, forecasting and modeling
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Financial and accounting process improvement
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Internal control review, testing, documentation and recommendations for cost effective improvement
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Determining appropriate accounting policies and procedures and documentation thereof
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Preparation for audits be they financial, operational or governmental
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Research and documentation of positions surrounding technical accounting and tax issues
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Computer data system evaluation, development, installation and/or conversion
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Executive compensation, retirement and employee benefits research and analysis
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Outsourcing a portion of, or entire, CFO function
For Attorneys - Litigation Support Services
We understand lawyers and the legal profession. We can assist with back office, large case management, and expert testimony. Mr. Brenner has extensive experience with determining economic damages and has testified for both plaintiffs and defendants in several legal settings.