M&A Support for Startups
Expert financial leadership across the deal lifecycle
- Buy-Side & Sell-Side Advisory
- Data Room Preparation
- Financial Due Diligence
- Quality of Earnings (QoE) Analysis
- Forecast Modeling & Scenario Analysis
- Cap Table & Equity Analysis
- Operational Readiness Assessment
- Post-Transaction Integration Support
- CFO and FP&A Advisory
Navigating a merger, acquisition, or exit is one of the most complex and high-stakes moments in a startup’s journey. Whether you’re preparing for a strategic sale, acquiring another company, or being approached by a buyer, every decision you make during the transaction process can have long-term implications for your company’s value and your personal outcome as a founder.
Burkland’s M&A team brings deep transaction experience and startup-focused financial expertise to both buy-side and sell-side engagements. We work side by side with founders, investors, and executive teams to manage risk, uncover value, and drive successful outcomes—from early planning through post-transaction integration.
Why Startups Choose Burkland:
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Startup-Specific Expertise
We understand startups and tailor our M&A support to meet your unique needs.
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Full Lifecycle Support
From early planning and due diligence to post-close integration, we’re with you every step of the way.
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Clean, Investor-Ready Financials
Our team ensures your financials, data room, and cap table are rock-solid and ready for scrutiny.
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Trusted by Top VCs and Founders
We have over two decades of experience supporting venture-backed startups through successful acquisitions and strategic exits.
Buy-Side & Sell-Side Advisory
Strategic Guidance from Start to Close
Burkland's M&A team provides expert financial guidance throughout the transaction lifecycle, from initial planning and target identification to due diligence, negotiations, and closing. We support startups on both sides of the table. For acquirers, we help with target screening, preliminary valuation, deal structuring, and financing strategies. For sellers, we manage preparation of marketing materials, management presentations, and due diligence coordination. Burkland ensures your deal is well-structured, defensible, and aligned with your long-term goals.
Data Room Preparation
Organized, Investor-Ready Documentation
First impressions matter, especially in M&A. Burkland helps startups build and manage secure data rooms that streamline the diligence process. We guide document selection across financial, legal, and operational areas and ensure everything is organized clearly, making it easy for investors or buyers to navigate.
Financial Due Diligence
Know Exactly What You’re Buying—or Selling
We conduct deep dives into financial statments including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flows to assess financial health and deal risks. Our diligence includes KPI analysis, quality of earnings reviews, working capital evaluations, and validation of financial projections—so there are no surprises before, during, or after the deal.
Quality of Earnings (QoE) Analysis
See the True Story Behind the Numbers
Burkland performs detailed QoE analyses to evaluate the reliability and sustainability of reported earnings. We adjust for non-recurring items, review revenue recognition and expense allocations, and uncover the real EBITDA drivers to give buyers and sellers a transparent view of earnings quality.
Forecast Modeling & Scenario Analysis
Plan for Every Possible Outcome
Our team builds robust financial models that evaluate performance across multiple scenarios and sensitivities. Whether you’re stress-testing assumptions or preparing for post-acquisition integration, Burkland helps you understand how strategic and market shifts will impact the deal and your business.
Cap Table & Equity Analysis
Clarity on Ownership, Equity, and Upside
Burkland helps you reconcile and organize your capitalization table to ensure it accurately reflects ownership and equity interests—critical for M&A negotiations and investor trust. We analyze equity waterfalls, shareholder rights, and vesting schedules, and provide support for equity incentive plans and employee stock option programs.
Operational Readiness Assessment
Ensure Your Back Office is Deal-Ready
Burkland evaluates your finance, accounting, HR, and IT operations for M&A readiness. We identify inefficiencies, assess scalability, and flag integration challenges early, to ensure smoother diligence and a faster path to operational alignment post-close.
Post-Transaction Integration Support
Seamless Financial Integration After the Deal
Our team helps merge financial systems, reporting processes, and internal controls between buyer and seller. We also assist in the implementation of new procedures, manage purchase price allocation, and provide continued support for budgeting, forecasting, and post-close reporting.
CFO and FP&A Advisory
Strategic Leadership During Transition
Burkland provides interim or fractional CFOs to guide startups through transactions, transition periods, and rapid changes—ensuring you have senior financial leadership when it matters most. Our Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) team supports budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. We also offer guidance on investor relations and communication to help you navigate sensitive conversations and maintain investor confidence throughout the deal process.