Startup Compliance Management

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Startup Compliance Management

End-to-end compliance management for startups — ROC filings, GST, income tax, labour law, and FEMA — so you never miss a deadline or face a penalty.

What is Startup Compliance Management?

A startup's compliance obligations grow significantly with every milestone — incorporation, first employee, GST registration, first fundraising round, foreign investor, and each subsequent year of operation. Missing compliance deadlines attracts penalties, creates complications during investor due diligence, and can result in directorial liability. Yet most founders have neither the time nor the expertise to manage this complexity.

AccentTax Consulting provides comprehensive startup compliance management on a monthly retainer — covering all statutory obligations, maintaining a compliance calendar, and ensuring every deadline is met. We are your compliance team, so you can focus on building your product and growing your business.

At a Glance

Who is this for

Early-stage startups, funded startups scaling operations, startups with foreign investors, startups with 5–100 employees

Governed by

Companies Act, 2013 | GST Act, 2017 | Income Tax Act, 1961 | Employees' Provident Funds Act | ESIC Act | FEMA, 1999 | Labour Laws

Estimated timeline

Compliance setup: 1–2 weeks | Ongoing: monthly retainer

Our fee

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Why Choose This Service?

Key advantages of engaging AccentTax Consulting for Startup Compliance Management.

Zero Missed Deadlines

Automated compliance calendar with advance alerts — every deadline tracked and met, every time.

Investor-Ready Records

Clean compliance records make investor due diligence smooth — no last-minute scrambling to fix compliance gaps.

Scales with You

Compliance coverage grows as your startup grows — from pre-revenue to post-Series A and beyond.

Single Point of Contact

One team handles all your compliance — no coordination between multiple advisors for different obligations.

How It Works — Our Process

Simple, transparent, and fully managed by our team.

1

Compliance Audit

We audit your current compliance status — identifying any gaps, pending filings, or outstanding obligations.

2

Compliance Calendar

Comprehensive compliance calendar set up — all deadlines mapped for the year with advance reminders.

3

Backlog Clearance

Any pending filings or compliance gaps cleared — starting with a clean slate.

4

Monthly Compliance

All monthly obligations handled — GST returns, TDS filings, PF/ESIC contributions, and payroll compliance.

5

Annual Compliance

Annual ROC filings (AOC-4, MGT-7), income tax return, GST annual return, and statutory audit coordinated.

6

Event-Based Compliance

Compliance for corporate events — board meetings, share allotments, director changes, and fundraising rounds.

We handle everything — you just provide documents.

Documents Required

Certificate of Incorporation and PAN
Previous compliance filings (if any)
Current employee details
GST registration certificate (if registered)
Bank statements for the last 3–6 months
Details of any pending notices or demands

Don't have all documents ready? Contact us — we'll guide you step by step.

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Estimated Timeline

Compliance audit: 3–5 days | Setup: 1–2 weeks | Ongoing: monthly retainer

Our startup compliance retainer is priced for startup budgets — flat monthly fee covering all standard compliance obligations.

Professional Fee

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All fees exclude 18% GST. Transparent pricing, no hidden charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What compliance obligations does a startup have in its first year?
What are the penalties for missing ROC filing deadlines?
When does a startup need to register for GST?
What labour law compliance does a startup need?
What compliance is required after a fundraising round?

You May Also Need

Startup Incorporation & Setup

Start compliance right from incorporation.

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DPIIT Recognition

DPIIT recognition to reduce compliance burden through self-certification.

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Annual ROC Compliance

Detailed guide to annual ROC filing requirements.

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FEMA Compliance & Advisory

FEMA compliance for startups with foreign investors.

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