James Lichau

CPA

Partner, Assurance
Financial Services Co-leader

Location: San Francisco

Services: Audit, Regulatory Compliance Assistance, Reviews & Compilations

Industries: Technology

With 15 years in public accounting, James has provided accounting and audit experience to both public and private companies. James focuses on technology, including SaaS and FinTech companies, as well as financial service firms, including peer-to-peer, online and alternative lending. He specializes in complex equity transactions, business combinations and revenue recognition. James enjoys working with his clients on each engagement to align himself as more of a partner than just an auditor.

James Lichau holds an active CPA license in California.

Interesting tidbit

James is a fan of Formula 1 racing. He has been to the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona and plans to attend future races. His favorite driver is Lewis Hamilton.

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant

Community

Member – California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)
Member – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Board of Directors – International House at UC Berkeley

Education

BS/Accounting – San Francisco State University

News

Fintech needs to grow up, and quick, to survive – The Hill (2024)
Venture capital drought leads to cap table chaos – Accounting Today (2024)

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