Highway 31 Advisors
We blend our deep experience in accounting, finance, and capital markets to provide tailored advisory services for every stage of your business. From detailed technical support to strategic planning, our team delivers solutions designed to exceed your expectations.
Whether you are preparing for a transaction, need CFO or CAO support, or want to fully outsource your accounting function, our experts anticipate challenges and deliver timely, accurate solutions to help you reach your goals. Explore our business advisory services below.
Leadership
Jeff Walraven
- 32+ total years public accounting and public company corporate executive experience
- 5 years as EVP and Chief Financial Officer of NYSE: MRT taking company from raising founding private capital in 2014 to a NYSE initial public offering in 2016 and ultimately sale to another large NYSE public REIT in 2019
- 22 years experience (staff to partner) in public accounting (BDO, Ernst & Young) serving numerous public and private companies
Ben Hendren
- 22 years of experience in accounting, auditing and consulting
- 15 years experience in public accounting with BDO serving both public and private companies in a variety of industries, including the last 3 years as an assurance partner
- 7 years in accounting and consulting, including roles as Chief Financial Officer of Salus Workers Compensation (an insurance managing general agent) and then Chief Accounting Officer of FreeholdProperties (a private REIT focused on the cannabis industry)
Accounting & Advisory
As your business grows, managing risks and seizing opportunities are crucial. We offer customized solutions to help you achieve your objectives while ensuring compliance.
SEC Compliance
SEC Compliance
SEC Financial Reporting & Compliance involves preparing accurate financial statements and disclosures in adherence to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations. This ensures transparency, compliance with accounting standards, and timely submissions to avoid legal and financial penalties.
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IPO & Capital Market Readiness involves preparing your business to access capital markets, including achieving a successful initial public offering (IPO). This process ensures alignment of financial, legal, and operational structures with investor and regulatory expectations for seamless market entry.
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Technical Accounting
Providing specialized expertise to navigate complex accounting standards and regulations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
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M&A Advisory
Guiding businesses through the complexities of mergers and acquisitions with strategic advice, financial analysis, and transaction support to ensure successful outcomes.
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Audit Readiness
Ensuring your financial records, processes, and controls are fully prepared to meet the rigorous requirements of an external audit, minimizing risks and enhancing transparency.
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Real Estate Lease Accounting
We help real estate lessors navigate ASC 842 by ensuring accurate lease classification, revenue recognition, and disclosure. Our CFO and CAO experts streamline compliance and keep your financial reporting audit-ready.
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Financial Reporting
We deliver accurate, timely financial reporting that aligns with GAAP and supports investor confidence. Our CFO and CAO experts ensure your statements are audit-ready and tailored to your business goals.
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Accounting Support
Providing comprehensive accounting expertise, such as lease accounting, financial reporting, fund administration, and outsourced accounting function, allowing your team to focus on growth.
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