Outsourced Accounting & HR Services for San Francisco Startups
Countsy provides outsourced accounting and HR services for San Francisco startups that need institutional-grade finance and people operations without the overhead of building an in-house team.
From the early-morning buzz of South Park founder cafés to late-night demos in SoMa lofts, San Francisco sets the pace for tech innovation. Investors expect clean numbers, employees expect polished HR experiences, and California regulators demand constant compliance. Countsy acts as your extended finance and HR department so that you can focus on product, traction, and growth.
We support venture-backed and growth-stage companies across San Francisco, the broader Bay Area, and Silicon Valley.
Why San Francisco Founders Choose Countsy for HR Outsourcing & Accounting
Silicon Valley Roots, San Francisco Focus
Countsy was built in Silicon Valley and scaled alongside venture-backed startups across San Francisco. We’ve supported founders pitching on Sand Hill Road, scaling teams in SoMa, and preparing board decks for top-tier investors. We speak ARR, burn multiple, CAC payback, and PLG, without translation.
HR Outsourcing Built for California Complexity
HR outsourcing in San Francisco isn’t generic. California wage orders, overtime rules, leave policies, and privacy laws create real operational risk. Our HR and payroll teams embed compliance into daily workflows, reducing exposure while improving the employee experience. From offer letters to offboarding, your people operations stay compliant, consistent, and audit-ready.
Outsourced Accounting That Investors Trust
Our outsourced accounting services in San Francisco go far beyond bookkeeping. We deliver GAAP-compliant financials, accurate revenue recognition, and investor-ready reporting that stands up in diligence. Whether you’re pre-Series A or preparing for your next raise, we help ensure your numbers tell a credible, compelling story.
Capital-Raise & Board Readiness
Our fractional CFOs build financial models and narratives designed for venture scrutiny. We’ve helped founders prepare for conversations with Sequoia, Andreessen Horowitz, Lightspeed, and other institutional investors, improving speed, clarity, and confidence during fundraising.
Elastic, On-Demand Expertise
Scale your finance and HR support up or down as your runway, roadmap, or headcount changes. Add controllers, FP&A, equity administration, or HR leadership without recruiting delays or long-term fixed costs.
Finance & HR Services for San Francisco Companies
Fractional CFO & Strategic Finance
Investment modeling, scenario planning, burn-multiple tracking, KPI frameworks, and board-level reporting. Fractional CFOs for San Francisco Startups
Outsourced Accounting & Bookkeeping
Monthly close, GAAP compliance, ASC 606 revenue recognition, multi-entity consolidation, and audit preparation. Outsourced Accounting & Bookkeeping for San Francisco Startups
Payroll & Benefits Administration
Multi-state payroll, equity compensation workflows, commuter benefits, and California-specific programs like CalSavers. Payroll & Benefits Administration for San Francisco Startups
Human Resources & People Operations
On-brand offer letters, performance frameworks, DEI initiatives, employee relations, and wage-and-hour compliance. Human Resources & People Operations for San Francisco Startups
Equity & Stock Plan Management
Cap table maintenance, option grants and exercises, 409A coordination, and employee liquidity readiness. Equity & Stock Plan Management for San Francisco Startups
NetSuite & Cloud ERP Services
Implementation, optimization, and ongoing administration for teams graduating from QuickBooks or scaling complex operations. NetSuite & Cloud ERP Services for San Francisco Startups
A Modern Alternative to PEOs and In-House Teams
Many San Francisco startups explore PEOs or attempt to build internal finance and HR teams early. Countsy offers a flexible alternative — outsourced accounting and HR services that integrate with your existing tools, preserve your company culture, and scale as you grow.
The Countsy Platform: One View of Finance & People Ops
Our secure cloud platform connects NetSuite, Brex, Gusto, Rippling, Carta, and your core SaaS stack into a single source of truth. Founders, finance leaders, and boards get real-time visibility into runway, burn, headcount, and compliance from San Francisco to Silicon Valley.
Our San Francisco Outsourced Accounting & HR Onboarding Process
Free Alignment Consultation – Clarify milestones, risks, and metrics that matter most
Compliance Health Check – Review California tax, payroll, and labor requirements
System Integration – Sync accounting, payroll, HRIS, and expense tools
First 30-Day Close – Deliver an investor-grade close and baseline KPI dashboard
Quarterly Strategy Reviews – Reforecast, benchmark against Bay Area peers, and prepare for your next raise or exit
Ongoing Accounting & HR Support – Your very own Fractional CFO, Chief People Officer, back office department, and integrated technology stack
Outsourced Accounting & HR for San Francisco — Built to Move Fast
San Francisco doesn’t slow down — and neither should your operations. If you’re looking for HR outsourcing in San Francisco or outsourced accounting services that scale with your startup, Countsy is built for the pace and complexity of the Bay Area.
Book a free consultation to see how we help founders stay compliant, investor-ready, and focused on what matters most.
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FAQ section
Frequently Asked Questions: Outsourced Accounting & HR in San Francisco
What is HR outsourcing in San Francisco?
HR outsourcing in San Francisco means partnering with a team that handles key HR responsibilities like onboarding, policies, employee relations support, compliance workflows, benefits coordination, and payroll administration while staying aligned with California and local Bay Area realities.
Do you provide outsourced accounting in San Francisco or just bookkeeping?
We provide outsourced accounting services in San Francisco that go beyond bookkeeping, including monthly close, GAAP reporting, revenue recognition (ASC 606 where applicable), multi-entity support, audit readiness, and finance operations built for venture-backed startups.
How much does HR outsourcing cost in San Francisco?
Costs vary based on headcount, complexity (multi-state payroll, benefits, contractors), and the level of support you want (transactional HR vs. full people ops). Most startups choose a plan that scales with growth so they don’t overbuild internal HR too early.
How much does outsourced accounting cost for a San Francisco startup?
Pricing depends on transaction volume, close complexity, revenue model, and whether you need additional roles like a controller, FP&A, or fractional CFO. The goal is predictable monthly support that’s cheaper (and faster to ramp) than hiring a full finance team.
Is Countsy a PEO?
No. Countsy is not a PEO. We’re an outsourced accounting and HR partner that integrates with your existing stack (e.g., NetSuite, Gusto, Rippling, Carta) and supports finance + people ops without forcing a co-employment model.
Can you help us stay compliant with California payroll and labor rules?
Yes. We support compliance workflows that matter in California like payroll setup, documentation hygiene, policy alignment, and operational guardrails, so you can reduce risk while keeping the employee experience strong.
Do you support teams across San Francisco and Silicon Valley?
Yes. Many Bay Area startups operate across both regions or hire distributed teams. If you want a region-specific view, also see our Silicon Valley page.
When should a startup switch from in-house DIY to outsourced accounting and HR?
Usually when monthly close becomes unreliable, investor reporting needs tighten, hiring accelerates, or compliance risk increases. Outsourcing is often the fastest way to professionalize operations without pausing growth to recruit.
