- Cash Flow Uncertainty
Uncertainty around cash burn and capital needs can lead to inaccurate projections of runway and cash out timing. - Meaningful Data & Metrics
Lack of insightful data can hinder the ability to develop a clear understanding of performance. - Resource Allocation
Making hiring and spending decisions without real-time insights can lead to overspending and other inefficiencies.
Financial Planning & Analysis
Why FP&A matters.
For startups and rapidly scaling companies, every financial decision can make the difference between success and missed opportunity.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) transforms your data into strategic insights that drive confident decision-making.
Robust FP&A practices provide the financial clarity and forecasting precision that your investors demand and your leadership team needs to seize competitive advantages and navigate market turbulence.
For startups and rapidly scaling companies, every financial decision can make the difference between success and missed opportunity.
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) transforms your data into strategic insights that drive confident decision-making.
Robust FP&A practices provide the financial clarity and forecasting precision that your investors demand and your leadership team needs to seize competitive advantages and navigate market turbulence.
Common financial challenges we solve
Growing companies face predictable financial roadblocks that can hinder progress without proper planning:
- Scenario Planning
Modeling for a base case without considering the impact of other scenarios can leave companies unprepared for uncertainty. - Budgeting & Forecasting Accuracy
Poor forecasting leads to planning gaps, missed targets, and loss of stakeholder confidence. - Investor-Ready Reporting
Reports may lack critical data or fail to communicate financial performance in a clear, investor-ready format.
At Kranz Consulting, we tackle these challenges with proven FP&A frameworks that give you the financial clarity and confidence to scale successfully.
Comprehensive FP&A
expertise for every
lifecycle stage
From seed to scale, we provide FP&A solutions tailored to your company’s growth stage.
Whether you’re establishing your financial foundation or preparing for public markets, we deliver the strategic insights and financial intelligence that drive confident decision-making at every milestone.
Discover how Kranz’s FP&A services can accelerate your growth.
What stage is your company in?
How We Help Early-Stage Startups
Seed & Series A: establishing your financial foundation.
Congratulations on closing your round! Now what?
If you’re an early-stage company, you need robust financial foundations to manage runway, attract investors, and make data-driven growth decisions.
Our FP&A services provide the strategic framework that transforms your financial operations from reactive to predictive.
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• Budgeting & forecasting with board-ready reports
• Cash flow projections and monthly net burn rate analysis
• Cash-out date projections for runway management -
• Management reporting and executive dashboards
• Custom KPIs tailored to your business model
• Monthly cash flow analysis and 13-week rolling models -
• Scenario analysis for growth planning
• Financial modeling for strategic initiatives
• Investor-ready presentations and reporting
How We Help Scaling Companies
Series B & C:
optimizing operations & market expansion.
optimizing operations & market expansion.
You’ve successfully transitioned into the Series B or C stage. Now, your focus is on efficient scaling and market expansion.
Our FP&A services provide the sophisticated financial framework needed to optimize operations during your rapid growth.
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• Revenue trends analysis with low & high growth scenarios
• Department-level budgets for multi-functional scaling
• Investment prioritization across growth initiatives
• Efficient sales scaling optimization strategies -
• Comprehensive 3-year cash flow planning
• Revenue forecasting across markets and segments
• Capital expenditure planning for operational expansion
• Venture debt vs. equity analysis for optimal financing -
• Sales pipeline tracking across channels and territories
• Custom dashboards with efficiency metrics
• Industry-specific performance drivers and KPIs
How We Help Advanced-Stage Companies
Series B to E &
Private Equity:
scaling operations & creating value.
Private Equity:
scaling operations & creating value.
As a mature company, you’re concentrated on operational optimization, strategic transactions, and value creation.
Our advanced FP&A services provide the financial intelligence needed to maximize valuation, evaluate opportunities, and drive operational excellence.
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• M&A modeling and transaction analysis
• Debt/equity structure planning and optimization
• Capital structure stress testing for various scenarios
• Comprehensive scaling strategy development -
• Board financial summaries and executive dashboards
• Strategic plan monitoring and performance tracking
• Advanced governance frameworks for complex stakeholder management -
• Business performance metrics and competitive benchmarking
• Strategic pricing analysis and margin optimization
• Valuation optimization strategies for exit preparation
• Market positioning analysis for competitive advantage
How We Help Market-Leading Companies
Stakeholder Engagement:
strategic finance & transaction leadership.
strategic finance & transaction leadership.
You’ve evolved into a market-leading enterprise. Implementing advanced financial strategy and transaction capabilities is now essential to optimize stakeholder value and capitalize on opportunities.
Our elite FP&A services deliver the sophisticated expertise needed for complex transactions, investor relations, and public market preparation.
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• Long-term forecasting and strategic financial planning
• Market valuation modeling and competitive positioning
• Comprehensive investor reporting and stakeholder communication
• Advanced risk management and scenario planning frameworks -
• Executive decision support with data-driven insights
• Comparable analysis and market benchmarking
• Financial modeling for strategic initiatives -
• Buy-side and sell-side transaction analysis
• Comprehensive due diligence support and deal structuring
• Public market and IPO readiness preparation
• Transaction execution and post-deal integration support
30 years of proven experience guiding entrepreneurs
Why do startups choose Kranz?
Trusted by 1,000+ entrepreneurs
Our track record speaks for itself: Over 1,000 satisfied clients have relied on our financial expertise to navigate growth milestones and achieve objectives.
End-to-end lifecycle partnership
From seed to IPO and beyond, we’re the only FP&A partner you’ll ever need, providing support and knowledge that grows with your company.
Venture capital network advantage
Leverage our relationships with 150+ venture capital firms to enhance fundraising efforts.
Unparalleled talent and leadership
Access our network of 300+ full-time, seasoned consultants with your dedicated team led by an experienced CFO.
Our Process
Empower your team with our tailored approach.
Establish a Strong Foundation
Lay the groundwork with accurate financial data, clear reporting, and systems that support informed decision-making from day one.
Build a Strategic Roadmap
Align financial planning with business goals through dynamic modeling, scenario planning, and metrics that drive operational efficiency and growth.
Scale with Confidence
Navigate transactions, raise capital, and expand into new markets with agile financial strategies that anticipate change and fuel long-term innovation.
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Don’t risk your growth journey.
Choosing the wrong FP&A partner can cost you credibility with investors, missed funding opportunities, and critical time.
While other firms learn your business, you could be losing competitive advantages and making decisions with incomplete financial intelligence.
With Kranz, you avoid the costly mistakes that derail promising companies.                 Â