Founder-led. Remote-first. No layers.
You work directly with the person doing the work. No handoffs, no disappearing after kickoff. Just clear communication and consistent follow-through.
Hi, I'm Max.
Valt is a founder-led, remote-first practice built for owners who want clean books, clear reporting, and calm decision-making. If you work with Valt, you work with me. No handoffs, no layers, and no disappearing after kickoff.
I'm a licensed CPA and CFE with 14 years in public accounting, first at a 100-person regional firm in Chicagoland, then at a Top-25 national firm. That combination shaped how I work today: the personal attention of a smaller practice, backed by the rigor and structure you'd expect from a larger one.
Most of my career has been spent advising closely held businesses in manufacturing, automotive, professional services, real estate, distribution, and e-commerce, ranging from a few million in revenue to $250M+. I've seen what works and what breaks down as companies grow, and I know how to keep the finance function running smoothly through that growth.
I've led month-end close for clients doing $15M+ in revenue, helped owners find six-figure tax savings they didn't know were available, and served as fractional CFO when businesses needed real financial guidance, not just compliance. I've supported acquisitions, exits, and capital raises, and I've helped clients navigate multi-state tax complexity without losing sleep.
What I do best is translate financial data into decisions. Owners and executives come to me when they need someone who understands the numbers and the business, someone who can sit across the table from a lender, investor, or board member and speak with confidence.
If you're not sure what you need yet, that's fine. Book a quick intro and I'll recommend the simplest next step.
Simple, direct, and reliable.
No junior staff learning on your dime. No endless email chains. No "we'll get to it next month." Just reliable, founder-led finance support that scales with you.
Direct communication
You talk to me, not a rotating cast of associates.
Remote by default
Modern tools, async-friendly, responsive when it matters.
Fixed pricing
No hourly surprises. Scope is clear, pricing is fair.
No long-term lock-in
Month-to-month. If it's not working, we part ways cleanly.
Principles that guide every engagement
Clarity over complexity
Finances should help you make decisions, not create more confusion. Reports are simple, insights are actionable.
Consistency over heroics
A reliable monthly close beats a last-minute scramble every time. Systems and habits matter more than fire drills.
Partnership over transactions
I want to understand your business, anticipate problems, and help you grow with confidence.
Ready to work together?
Book a quick intro and let's see if Valt is the right fit for your business.