Enhancing Financial and Accounting Operations for IPO Readiness
FTI Consulting performed an audit uplift to ensure reporting compliance ahead of a PE-backed data center technology solution company’s IPO.
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Public Company Readiness
Prepare for the demands of public-company life with confidence. Our senior-led, cross-functional teams help strengthen governance, reporting and market readiness for a successful listing day and the continued public life of the company.
Taking a company public is a transformative milestone — one that demands careful planning, strategic execution and an unwavering focus on compliance, governance and investor confidence.
A successful initial public offering (“IPO”) public listing extends beyond the initial filing; it requires aligning operational, financial and regulatory frameworks while effectively communicating your company’s vision to investors, analysts, employees and the market.
Our experienced advisors — many of whom have held senior executive roles in the relevant industries — work alongside executive teams to navigate each phase of the public company journey, from readiness assessment to post-listing execution, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal disruption to core business operations.
Becoming a public company is just the beginning. Our specialists provide ongoing post-listing support, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations, timely reporting, effective investor relations and rigorous financial planning. Whether you need interim executive leadership, forecasting capabilities or governance optimization, FTI Consulting offers proven solutions that set public companies up for sustainable growth.
We embed within your teams to ensure a smooth transition to the public market by:
Strengthening governance and transparency to meet investor and regulatory expectations with confidence
Optimizing financial reporting and controls to ensure accuracy, efficiency and compliance
Modernizing systems and strengthening cybersecurity to ensure operational continuity and confidence on (and beyond) Day 1
Equipping leaders and teams to operate effectively in a public-company environment through aligned incentives and accountability
Crafting a compelling equity story and communications plan to drive valuation and engagement across stakeholders
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Action-oriented execution driving tangible results
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Strategic & Governance Readiness
Strengthen governance, reporting and compliance frameworks to inspire investor trust. We help you develop a structured IPO roadmap, strengthen financial and ESG reporting, prepare for SOX compliance and enhance governance structures.
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Financial & Accounting Optimization
Ensure accuracy in financial statements, streamline treasury operations and establish timely and accurate compliance with regulatory requirements. Our experts streamline controls, forecasting and financial processes to support a flawless IPO debut and the company’s ability to meet the processes and discipline of reporting requirements.
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Technology, Cybersecurity & Operations Readiness
Modernize infrastructure and safeguard critical data to meet public-company demands. We help implement IT systems that support public reporting needs, enhance cybersecurity measures and safeguard critical financial data.
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Human Capital & Leadership Readiness
Prepare leadership teams and workforce programs for the public-company environment. We help companies develop compensation structures, retain key talent and prepare executives for investor relations and roadshow presentations.
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Market-Responsive Execution
Adapt to market conditions with agility and sustain value beyond listing. We help organizations create a compelling equity story, optimize IPO timing and maintain flexibility to navigate evolving market conditions.
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Strategic Communications & Investor Engagement
Shape the narrative that drives valuation and investor confidence. We develop and execute clear messaging strategies that engage investors, analysts, media and employees pre- and post-IPO, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
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Strategic transactions demand more than deal analysis. We bring an integrated, multidisciplinary focus on all facets of our clients’ businesses that may be impacted by a transaction and scale our expert support accordingly.
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Our Experts
True global firm, free of independence conflicts
Our cross-functional team includes financial, legal, regulatory, tax and communications experts, eliminating the need to manage multiple advisory firms. FTI Consulting is the only public company advisory firm with its own strategic communications firm.
Heather DiFiore
Senior Managing Director
Todd Rahn
Senior Managing Director, Co-Leader of SEC Accounting & Advisory
Brian Salsberg
Senior Managing Director, Global Head of M&A
Jay Spinella
Senior Managing Director, Co-Leader of SEC Accounting & Advisory
Bryan Armstrong
Senior Managing Director
Anthony J. Ferrante
Senior Managing Director, Global Head of Cybersecurity
Stuart B. Gleichenhaus
Senior Managing Director
