Baltimore combines world-class medical institutions with federal proximity. Johns Hopkins anchors healthcare and life sciences, while NSA and DoD drive cybersecurity. Grant and contract funding drives much of the economy.
Baltimore is anchored by Johns Hopkins University and Hospital - together the state's largest employer. The city is a life sciences hub with significant biotech presence. Proximity to DC drives federal contracting, especially in cybersecurity given NSA headquarters nearby. More affordable than DC or NYC with strong institutional talent pipeline.
Average office rent
$28-35/sq ft (Harbor East)
Johns Hopkins employment
50,000+ in region
NIH distance
35 miles
Cybersecurity jobs
20,000+ (NSA region)
Every market has unique financial challenges. Here's what Baltimore businesses face and how Finley helps.
Grant cost allocation and NIH compliance tracking for funded research.
Government contract accounting and DCAA compliance.
University license fee modelling and research-to-commercialisation financial planning.
Compensation benchmarking showing Baltimore value proposition vs. DC.
Baltimore's funding is heavily life sciences and defense-focused. Johns Hopkins ventures and NIH proximity drive biotech investment. Growing cybersecurity VC presence given federal connections. Strong angel networks from Hopkins alumni.
Understanding local tax incentives and regulatory requirements is crucial for financial planning.
Life sciences rely heavily on NIH funding. Strict cost allocation and reporting required.
Defense contractors face DCAA audit requirements. Compliant cost accounting essential.
Cybersecurity companies serving federal customers need FedRAMP compliance.
Deep experience with Baltimore life sciences and Johns Hopkins ecosystem
Track record with defense contractors and federal compliance
Understanding of NIH funding cycles and grant requirements
Benchmarks include Baltimore-specific cost data for healthcare and defense
Other fractional CFO providers in Baltimore include SC&H Group, Ellin & Tucker, CohnReznick Baltimore. Here is what makes Finley different:
We use AI to process your transactions and surface insights. No waiting for monthly reports - see your cash position in real-time.
Flat monthly fee based on your needs. No hourly billing surprises. No scope creep charges.
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See where your cash will be in 30, 60, 90 days. No spreadsheet guesswork.
AI spots unusual spending patterns before they become problems.
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Know exactly how long your current cash will last at current burn rate.
Automatic categorisation shows where every $ goes.
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