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Bean

Techstars '22

Chardon, US · 2 known investors

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Bean is an AI-powered close management platform for accounting teams that automates month-end close, reconciliations, variance analysis, and audit preparation. It provides workflow automation, project management, automated audit trails, and a generative AI technical accounting agent for research and memo writing.

Founders & leadership

APAnees Pretorius
Anees PretoriusFounder

Investors · 2

Techstarslisted by TechstarsBoulder · $220K

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Frequently asked questions

What does Bean do?
Bean is an AI-powered close management platform for accounting teams that automates month-end close, reconciliations, variance analysis, and audit preparation. It provides workflow automation, project management, automated audit trails, and a generative AI technical accounting agent for research and memo writing.
Who founded Bean?
Bean was founded by Anees Pretorius.
Who are Bean's investors?
Bean's investors include Matchstick Ventures, Techstars.
Where is Bean headquartered?
Bean is headquartered in Chardon, US.