Michael Farnow

Assurance & Advisory Partner

For nearly two decades, Mike has excelled in delivering assurance and advisory services, specializing in audit and consulting for privately held entities. With a focus on Bay Area technology companies, his extensive experience has equipped him with a profound understanding of Silicon Valley’s economic landscape and the complex accounting challenges faced by industries ranging from high-tech to traditional manufacturing and consumer products.

Mike’s technical expertise in the following areas enables him to support his clients from start-up to exit:

• Revenue recognition
• Financing arrangements
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Consolidations
• International reporting requirements

Known for providing timely, personalized service, Mike leverages his technical knowledge to anticipate and resolve issues through proactive communication and strategic planning.

In addition to client work, Mike plays a key role in developing technical accounting training programs within Frank, Rimerman’s Assurance & Advisory department, reinforcing his commitment to advancing his team’s expertise and staying ahead of evolving accounting standards.

Driven by a deep appreciation for high-integrity and ambitious individuals and companies, Mike embraces the challenges they present, continuously pushing the envelope with innovative accounting solutions.

• B.A. University of California, Santa Barbara
• Member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• Member of the California Society of Certified Public Accountants (CalCPA)
• Past Board of Directors for the CalCPA Peninsula Silicon Valley Chapter