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This comprehensive guide details the setup process for the Fondo platform, designed for automated startup bookkeeping, tax filing, and tracking R&D tax credits. Users must connect core financial sources, including payroll providers (e.g., Gusto, QuickBooks), corporate bank accounts (via Plaid), and expense management tools (e.g., Brex, Ramp). Following these steps ensures seamless data synchronization and compliance for US-incorporated businesses.

This reference architecture outlines a comprehensive financial stack for startups. It centralizes core financial functions—including banking (Mercury), payroll (Gusto), revenue/expense tracking (Stripe/Brex), and advanced bookkeeping/tax services (Fondo)—into a unified data flow. It helps founders and finance teams manage everything from daily transactions to monthly closing, tax filings (like R&D credits), and generating board reports efficiently.