Accounting for Cleantech Companies, Climate Startups, and Environmental Nonprofits
An Experienced Accounting Team that Grows with Your Climate Startup
ecoCFO is the finance team for climate startups, growing companies, and environmental nonprofits. We provide accounting for cleantech companies at every stage – experienced bookkeeping, controller support, FP&A, and CFO advisory – so your team can stay focused on the technology.
As your trusted accounting and finance function, we help you keep your books, systems, reporting, and close process organized as your organization grows. Whether you are preparing for a fundraising, managing grants, building internal controls, or simply trying to get reliable monthly financials, our team provides the day-to-day accounting support needed to keep your finance operations running smoothly.
Accounting, Bookkeeping, and Controller Services
Accounts Payable and Receivable
We manage the accounts payable and receivable processes for you, ensuring efficient cash flow management, accurate invoicing, and timely payment processing to maintain strong vendor and customer relationships.
Financial Close Oversight
To ensure you are GAAP compliant, we oversee the accurate monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes, making sure they are consistently maintained in a timely fashion.
Accounting System Management
Our service includes identifying and implementing the relevant accounting software or system, including NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QBO, Gusto, BILL, and many others, depending on your needs.
Payroll Processing and Expense Reporting
We manage all facets of payroll processing and expense reporting, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while adhering to state and federal regulatory requirements.
Annual Budget Process
Our team manages the complete annual budgeting process, working alongside your departments to develop practical, strategic budgets that align with your company’s goals and serve as a roadmap for financial success.
Financial Reporting
ecoCFO provides detailed and timely monthly and quarterly financial reports, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements, delivering clear insights into your company’s performance to support strategic decision-making.
Audit Management
We coordinate and manage the audit process from within your accounting department, working seamlessly with the external audit firm to ensure a smooth and efficient audit experience.
Revenue Recognition
ecoCFO ensures accurate and compliant revenue recognition practices, offering clear documentation and reporting that accurately reflects your company’s financial performance and aids in strategic planning. We can prepare detailed revenue recognition memos that outline the policies and rationale behind revenue entries to promote transparency and compliance with accounting standards.
Bookkeeping
We provide comprehensive bookkeeping services, overseeing and managing your bookkeeper or staff accountant, whether they are an employee of your company, an external contractor, or part of the ecoCFO team. We ensure accurate and timely financial records, supporting your business’s financial health and compliance.
Balance Sheet and Cash Forecast
Maintaining and monitoring your balance sheet is a crucial aspect of our work. We ensure accuracy and integrity while offering insights into your company’s cash flow and supporting strategic planning and growth initiatives.