How is ThriveStart different from a bookkeeping service?
Bookkeepers record transactions. We analyze them, forecast from them, and use them to drive decisions. Our team includes former investment bankers, PE operating partners, and CFOs who've raised capital and executed M&A. We're strategic finance, not back-office accounting.
What seniority level are your CFOs?
Senior. Our team members have 10+ years of experience in PE-backed companies, investment banking, and corporate finance. You won't be handed off to a junior analyst—your dedicated partner has closed deals and navigated cash crunches firsthand.
Do you specialize in my industry?
We focus on lower-middle-market companies ($2M–$50M revenue) across home services, SaaS, manufacturing, professional services, and roll-up platforms. If you're PE-backed, preparing for a capital raise, or navigating an acquisition, we likely fit.
What do I actually get each month?
Real deliverables: 13-week cash flow forecasts updated weekly, KPI dashboards, financial models, board decks, lender packages. For M&A, you get deal flow analysis, LOI support, diligence coordination, and deal structuring. No fluff—just the work.
How fast can you start?
Most engagements kick off within 48–72 hours of signing. For urgent situations (cash crunches, deal deadlines), we can be working on your financials within 24 hours.
Can you help with both buy-side and sell-side?
Yes. For acquisitions, we handle target screening, diligence, deal structuring, and integration planning. For exits, we prepare data rooms, build QoE-ready financials, and support you through buyer diligence. Same team, both sides of the table.
Is the 30-day guarantee really no questions asked?
Yes. If you're not satisfied within the first 30 days, we refund your retainer in full. No hoops, no arguments. We'd rather part ways cleanly than have an unhappy client.
Do I need to commit long-term?
No. All engagements are month-to-month. Scale up when you have a deal in process, scale down when things quiet down. We designed the model for flexibility because that's what operators actually need.
