For Individual Business owners, Startups, New Ventures, and Middle Markets
Trusted Advisory Service
Whether you’re looking to enter new markets with detailed insights on industry segmentation, product positioning, and consumer behavior; aiming to optimize capital efficiency and drive top-line and bottom-line growth; or ensuring accurate and compliant financial and tax management for offshore entities in China, Japan, or the US, we are here to support your strategic decisions, daily operations, and internal planning processes.
Leveraging our local expertise combined with our knowledge in finance, data science, economics, and qualitative research, we empower your organization to make informed strategic decisions, improve daily financial governance, and unlock sustainable growth.
Industries
Our Capabilities Covers the Following Industry
Food & Consumer Retail
TMT
Real Estate
How We Help Clients
We work with you on the ground to create growth opportunities and improve operation
FP&A for GTM
► Assess the impact of GTM strategy on top-line and bottom-line growth ► Evaluate capex planning with a focus on ROI optimization ► Determine capital requirements to support GTM execution ► Analyze resource allocation and its effect on the cap table and company valuation
Budgeting and Financial Forecasting
► Manage cash flow and runway effectively ► Optimize financials and processes to support future growth ► Develop goal-centric proformas, outlining key assumptions and milestones to turn forecasting into action
Pricing and Earning Management
► Develop data- and algorithm-driven pricing models to guide pricing strategies and competitive benchmarking ► Combine data science with traditional accounting-based FP&A and forecasting to deliver a competitive edge ► Analyze seasonality, dynamic inventory planning, and client behavior for strategic insights ► Provide a high-level view of pricing impacts on top-line and bottom-line growth, company valuation, and vesting design ► Implement effective pricing discrimination to enhance bottom-line growth
Fractional CFO
►Support Short Term Operations ►Achieve Long Term Strategic Goals ►Support Buy & Sale of the Business
Financial Analysis
► Provide financial insights to guide daily operations and strategic decisions ► Analyze QoE, cash flow, synergies, capex schedules, and operational health for sustainable capital planning ► Deliver recommendations to shape investment strategies and drive long-term growth
Economic and Policy Research
► Empower decision-making by monitoring the macroeconomic landscape, geopolitical risks, and policy changes ► Anticipate policy shifts to strategically position business strategies for future opportunities ► Assist clients in assessing social and economic impacts, and facilitate feasibility analysis for government-related investment projects
Diligence Ready Financial Reporting
► Provide accurate financial reports to support business decision-making ► Enable effective financial governance with a focus on strategic oversight ► Offer a bird’s-eye view of daily operations, enhancing maneuverability across runways to strategic targets, milestones, and the next funding round
Data Science Powered Financial Planning
► Utilize data science-driven models to accurately predict revenue, cost structure, user growth, and key line items ► Leverage CRM, ERP, and business data models to create a holistic view of the business ► Develop dynamic dashboards to digitize and streamline FP&A processes
Scaling Sustainability Through Financial Governance
Experienced Support for Entrepreneurs from Day One
Entrepreneurs and founders often require expert accounting and advisory support from the outset but may lack the resources for full-time solutions to navigate challenges and implement innovative ideas. At Zimark, we address this need by providing staff augmentation to strengthen your existing team or managing the heavy lifting and advisory responsibilities to accelerate your growth.
Accounting-Based Financial Forecasting and Optimization
Traditional financial forecasting, budgeting, and operational optimization rely heavily on accounting, auditing, and financial modeling. This approach is particularly well-suited for firms without access to extensive consumer-centric time-series data required for advanced modeling. Despite its simplicity, the accounting-based framework remains an effective, cost-efficient tool for startups, SMEs, and mid-market companies. Assumptions validated through diligence and key metrics ensure informed decision-making and maintain operational integrity.
FP&A-Driven Go-to-Market (GTM) Strategies
A robust Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy goes beyond market sizing, competitor benchmarking, and sales channel planning. It requires a clear understanding of how these strategies impact the operating model, enabling a comprehensive evaluation of profitability, monetization models, and key business assumptions to ensure strategic alignment.
The FP&A-driven GTM approach enables companies to:
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Benchmark alternative strategies and acquisition channels while quantifying their financial impact prior to product launches or capital investments.
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Adjust business and monetization models based on diligence findings and pre-launch survey data to identify the optimal strategy for the company.
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Effectively manage cash flow and funding requirements, while anchoring valuation for future financing rounds or exit strategies.
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Fine-tune the operating model and resource allocation to enhance profitability, drive topline and bottom-line growth, and achieve ROI targets.
Budgeting & Capital planning
Optimize cash flow, extend runway, and mitigate credit risk. Develop and implement tailored strategies, frameworks, and financial planning aligned with each SME’s business model, risk appetite, and market conditions. Leverage diligence and accounting based capital planning to ensure financial forecasts and strategy drive business objectives.
We have implemented a hybrid working model combining a digital working landscape and traditional engagement pipelines.
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We maintain strong governance and high standards for project delivery, whether our talents join in-house, work part-time, or on a project basis. Our team members can participate either onsite or remotely.
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Significantly lower costs driven by the digital working landscape, a flat team structure, reduced communication inefficiencies, integrity, a sense of self-fulfillment, devotion, and real-world expertise.
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We focus on real solutions and experience gained through our knowledge network, built by our clients and partners.
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We work solely for solid results and implementation, with the goal of achieving success through a long-term partnership mindset.
Some of our Talents are Ex
Disclaimer and Clarification
The above names indicate prior employment history of our talents, it is a statement of fact. It does not indicate any affiliation, partnership nor any business relationship with above mentioned institutions and firms, nor do they indicate talents are currently employed by above mentioned firms as compliance issue may rise. We are independent and do not receive any endorsement from those firms
Robust Project Governance and Monitoring
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Robust Project Governance and Dedicated Support
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Projects transacted through the platform are NDA binding
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No conflict of interests
Fee Structures
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One man-hour is defined as one hour of work performed by an individual.
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Typical projects for heavy lifting (diligence, research, GTMs modular offerings, etc) range from $1.5k to $50k, and we handle projects of all sizes.
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Non-heavy lifting projects are commission, project, or retainer-based, and are subject to detailed discussion.
Agile Management & Quick Start
Hourly Contract
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Open-ended contract with the number of hours tracked by the system.
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Deposit required at the start of the project.
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Invoices are sent weekly at the end of each week.
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An hourly cap can be set by mutual agreement.
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Any extra deposit will be refunded.
$80 - $250 per hour
Control Over Spending
Fixed Rate
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Predefined requirements.
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Invoices issued based on milestones.
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Adjustments to project scope and details are typically limited and require re-evaluation.
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Great for projects that are small and have quantifiable line items
Based on Project Size
Cost Reduction Through Scale
Monthly Contract
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Offers great flexibility in terms of project management and workload.
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No workload limits, except during normal working hours (60 man-hours per week).
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No need to manage taxes, pensions, or other employee-related costs.
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Deposit required at the start of the project.
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Invoices are issued at the end of each month.
$4k to $12k per month
Title | Zimark Connect | Freelancing Site | Gig Economy | Traditional Hiring |
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Payment Schedule | Flexible Time Frame | Fixed or Hourly | Fixed | Fixed |
China & Japan Friendly | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
Termination Cost | $0 | $0 | $0 | 3 to 6 month package |
Minimal Management Cost | ✔ | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ |
Seasoned Professionals | ✔ | Limited | ✗ | ✔ |
Talent Pre-Screening Interview | ✔ | ✗ | ✗ | ✔ |
Hiring Time Frame | 0 to 3 Week | Limited Seasoned Professionals | No Seasoned Professionals | 1 to 6 months |
