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The right financial partner for your business
Whether you’re exploring system upgrades, preparing for growth, or simply looking to strengthen your finance operations, Aera Consulting is here to help. Every engagement begins with a conversation — no pressure, just clarity.
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elena.akins@consultaera.com
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San Diego, CA
Serving Clients Nationwide
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Aera Consulting for?
We partner with high-growth companies preparing for scale, such as those post-funding or pursuing IPOs, as well as mission-driven nonprofits like federally qualified health centers. If you’re dealing with operational challenges in accounting, compliance, or system modernization, we’re here to help organizations of various sizes transform their financial infrastructure.
How does Aera Consulting's approach differ from traditional consulting?
Our approach emphasizes structure, simplicity, and collaboration. We start every engagement by deeply understanding your goals, pain points, and current processes, then design practical, sustainable solutions that align people, processes, and technology. Unlike one-size-fits-all methods, we focus on scalability and ease—ensuring your team can maintain the changes long-term without ongoing dependency. With Elena’s hands-on experience across sectors, we bridge technical accuracy with real-world operational needs.
What types of financial systems do you help implement?
We guide end-to-end system evaluations and implementations for tools like ERP systems, procure-to-pay (PTP) platforms, expense management software, and reporting solutions. Whether modernizing legacy systems or selecting new technology, we ensure alignment with your strategic goals, operational workflows, and compliance requirements—tailored for growth.
How do you support nonprofits, especially federally qualified health centers?
For nonprofits, we offer specialized consulting in grant reporting, compliance with federal regulations, and system modernization to promote transparent, sustainable financial operations. Drawing from Elena’s current role at a federally qualified health center, we address unique challenges like specialized reporting and risk management, helping organizations maintain accountability while scaling mission impact.
What is involved in your IPO readiness services?
Our IPO readiness engagements focus on preparing organizations for public-company standards through robust control matrix development, streamlined month-end and quarter-end processes, and scalable reporting structures. We identify control gaps, document and test internal controls, and build governance frameworks to meet investor and auditor expectations—ensuring a smooth transition to heightened scrutiny.
How long does a typical engagement last, and what is the process?
Engagements vary based on scope but typically range from a few weeks for targeted assessments (e.g., control remediation) to several months for full system implementations. We begin with an initial conversation to assess your needs, followed by discovery, solution design, implementation/support, and handover with training for sustainability. Every step prioritizes collaboration with your team for measurable, lasting results.
How can I get started with Aera Consulting?
Simply reach out for a no-pressure conversation! Email or use the contact form above, or connect via LinkedIn. We’ll discuss your goals and challenges to explore how we can support your financial operations. Let’s build a path forward together.