We started SpryTax after spending years watching startups get overcharged and underserved by accounting firms that treated them like small versions of big companies. Startups have different problems, and they need people who actually understand those problems.
We want to be the accounting firm that startup founders actually recommend to each other. Not because of flashy marketing, but because we do good work at fair prices and we don't waste your time.
Most founders would rather be building product than worrying about tax deadlines or state registrations. We want to make that possible by handling the financial side reliably, so you can stop thinking about it.
Help tech startups get their taxes, compliance, and financial reporting done right, without overpaying and without the runaround. We want every client to feel like they have a real accounting team in their corner, not just a firm that bills them quarterly.
That means being responsive, explaining things clearly, and proactively flagging issues like missed R&D credits or upcoming state filing deadlines before they become problems.
I'm Dhruv Gupta. Before starting SpryTax, I spent years working in public accounting and advising early-stage companies on the side. The gap between what startups needed and what most firms offered was obvious, and frustrating.
Founders would come to me after paying $15K for a basic tax return from a big firm, or after missing out on R&D credits because their accountant didn't know the rules for software companies. Stock option plans, 409A valuations, multi-state nexus issues - these are everyday concerns for startups, not exotic edge cases. But most accounting firms treat them that way.
We started SpryTax in 2021 to fix that. The team includes CPAs who have worked at firms like PwC, BDO, and Grant Thornton, alongside people who have actually been inside startups. We price fairly, we respond quickly, and we don't make you explain what a SAFE note is.
These principles guide everything we do, from how we price our services to how we communicate with clients.
We know what a cap table looks like, how SAFEs convert, and why your burn rate matters for tax planning. You won't have to explain the basics.
Most requests get a response within one business day. Tax returns and filings are typically done in two weeks, not two months.
We send clear summaries of what we did and why. If something on your return looks unusual, we explain it before you have to ask.
Tax law changes every year. We track IRS guidance, state-level updates, and new incentive programs so our clients don't miss anything.
Deep specialization in the areas that matter most to tech startups, backed by real results.
Delaware C-Corp setup, equity structures, and 409A valuations
Software development, AI/ML, and technical innovation credits
Due diligence prep, investor-ready financials, and cap table management
Nexus analysis, state registrations, and ongoing compliance
We hire people who have worked at established firms and also understand what it's like inside a startup.
Team members with experience at Big 4 and mid-market firms
Licensed CPAs who focus on early-stage and growth-stage startups
Several team members have worked at or co-founded venture-backed companies
Regular training on new tax law changes, IRS guidance, and state-level updates
A few examples of how we've helped startups at different stages.
R&D credit for a 14-person engineering team
"Our old accountant told us we probably didn't qualify for R&D credits because we're a SaaS company. SpryTax walked through our dev process, documented everything properly, and we got $127K back. That covered almost three months of runway."
- Neil Fernandez, CTO at Stackline (Series A, B2B SaaS)
Incorporation turnaround before a funding close
"We had a verbal yes from our lead investor on a Thursday and needed a Delaware C-Corp set up before the wire. SpryTax got it done by Tuesday, including the EIN and initial board resolutions. Our lawyer was impressed."
- Monica Das, Co-founder at Terrafold (Pre-seed, climate tech)
Average client relationship length
"We switched to SpryTax after our Series A because our old firm kept sending us the wrong state forms. Three years later, we're still with them. They handled our Series B diligence and multi-state expansion without any drama."
- Leo Malhotra, CEO at PayBridge (Series B, fintech)
Book a free intro call and we'll walk through your current setup, flag any obvious issues, and let you know how we can help.