Who we are
Finance support built for early-stage startups
Startup CFO works exclusively with early-stage startups, providing practical finance support that evolves with the business. From accounting foundations to broader strategic finance support, we help founders stay in control of the numbers and make decisions with confidence.
Our approach
A simple three-part approach
We support startups across three core areas: strong finance operations, strategic financial visibility, and startup-specific advisory support. Together, these give founders the financial structure they need to build and scale.
Accounting foundations.
The day-to-day finance basics done properly. Bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, accounts, tax, and the core finance processes every startup needs in place.
Statutory Accounts & Filings
VAT & Corporation Tax Compliance
Payroll & Financial Reporting
Strategic finance support.
Cash flow, runway, reporting, forecasting, and the wider financial visibility founders need as the business grows.
Cash Flow Forecasting & Financial Modelling
Performance & Growth Metrics
Fundraising Support & Investor Relations
Advisory support.
Advisory support
R&D Tax Credits
SEIS & EIS Compliance
Cap Table Managment & more
Team
Your startup’s finance team.
We combine startup-focused finance knowledge with practical delivery, helping founders get the right support without overbuilding the finance function too early.
Ryan Thomson
Director
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland (ICAS)
Laeeq Ur Rehman
Senior Accountant
Laeeq supports the delivery of Startup CFO’s accounting and compliance services. He works across bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, accounts, tax, and the day-to-day finance processes that support growing businesses.
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA)
Rebecca Docherty
Client Manager
Rebecca is the Client Manager at Startup CFO, responsible for onboarding and client coordination. She helps ensure a smooth and well-managed client experience across communications, processes, and ongoing support.