Biotech burns cash like nothing else, years of R&D before revenue. Boston startups need runway projections that account for FDA timelines and funding cycles.
Boston/Cambridge is the world's leading life sciences cluster, rivalling only San Francisco. MIT and Harvard spin out companies at remarkable rates. Kendall Square is biotech's global epicentre. Strong fintech and robotics sectors complement life sciences. High costs reflect premium talent and proximity to world-class research.
Average office rent
$70-90/sq ft (Kendall Square)
Life sciences employment
100,000+ in region
NIH funding
#1 recipient metro
University spinouts
MIT, Harvard, hundreds annually
Every market has unique financial challenges. Here's what Boston businesses face and how Finley helps.
Clinical milestone-integrated runway modelling showing funding needs against FDA timelines.
Lab vs. office cost optimisation and burn rate management for expensive locations.
Licence payment forecasting and equity dilution modelling for university deals.
Hardware-inclusive burn modelling and contract manufacturing cost analysis.
Boston's funding ecosystem is the world's deepest for life sciences. Specialist biotech VCs concentrate here. Strong generalist funds focus on robotics and enterprise software. Massive university endowments provide strategic investment.
Understanding local tax incentives and regulatory requirements is crucial for financial planning.
Biotech companies face strict financial controls for clinical trials. Audit trails essential.
State incentives for life sciences. Proper documentation required for claims.
Federal research grants common in Boston. Grant accounting compliance required.
Deep experience with Kendall Square biotech companies from spinout to exit
Track record with robotics and deeptech companies
Understanding of FDA timelines and their financial implications
Benchmarks include Boston-specific cost data for accurate comparison
Other fractional CFO providers in Boston include Supporting Strategies Boston, AcctTwo, CFO Services Group. 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.
Access your financial dashboard anytime. Chat with Finley AI for instant answers. Human support when you need strategic guidance.
See where your cash will be in 30, 60, 90 days. No spreadsheet guesswork.
AI spots unusual spending patterns before they become problems.
Clear reports you can share with investors, board members, or your bank.
Know exactly how long your current cash will last at current burn rate.
Automatic categorisation shows where every $ goes.
Human experts available for fundraising, M&A, and growth planning.
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