Startups Tax & Accounting | OnPoint Business Tax & Accounting
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Startups
Build your business on a solid financial foundation — startup accounting and tax services in NYC & NJ.
Startups move fast, and financial mistakes made early can be costly to unwind. OnPoint Business Tax & Accounting helps founders choose the right entity, set up clean books from day one, and take advantage of startup-specific tax credits and deductions that most new businesses miss.
Common Tax Challenges for Startups
We understand the unique financial pressures your industry faces — and we know how to solve them.
Entity Selection Mistakes
Choosing the wrong structure (sole prop vs. LLC vs. C-Corp) can cost thousands in unnecessary taxes and limit investor options.
Startup Cost Deductions
Many founders miss the ability to deduct up to $5,000 in startup costs in year one — we make sure you capture them.
R&D Tax Credits
Tech and product startups may qualify for significant R&D tax credits that offset payroll taxes even before profitability.
Equity & Stock Option Tax
Understanding the tax implications of founder shares, ISOs, NSOs, and 83(b) elections before it is too late.
Investor-Ready Financials
Keeping clean, GAAP-compliant books that satisfy due diligence requirements for seed and Series A rounds.
Payroll for First Hires
Setting up payroll correctly from the first employee to avoid penalties and maintain compliance.
Services We Provide for Startups
OnPoint Business Tax & Accounting delivers tailored tax and accounting services designed specifically for your industry's needs.
- Startup entity formation (LLC, C-Corp, S-Corp)
- Business tax preparation and planning
- R&D tax credit analysis and filing
- Bookkeeping setup and monthly reporting
- Payroll setup and processing
- Equity and stock option tax planning
- Investor-ready financial statement preparation
- Quarterly estimated tax planning
Why OnPoint?
NYC & NJ's Trusted Business Tax Experts
- Circle of Excellence 2025 Award Recipient
- 5-star rated on Google Reviews
- Serving NYC & NJ businesses for over a decade
- Flat-fee pricing — you know the cost upfront, always
- 100% in-house — your work is never outsourced or offshored
- Bilingual staff — English & Spanish
- In-person, virtual, and drop-off options
Start Smart — Build a Financially Sound Startup
Don't let tax mistakes slow your growth. OnPoint Business Tax & Accounting helps NYC & NJ founders get their finances right from day one.