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Diran Bandazian

Managing Director
Richmond, VA

Diran provides accounting and finance consulting services that help small and mid-sized businesses gain financial clarity and strategic direction. With expertise in cash flow forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, deal analysis, and operational support, he partners closely with business owners to enhance decision-making and build long-term value. His practical, responsive approach is tailored to each client’s goals, and he excels at translating complex financial challenges into actionable strategies that drive results.

Diran’s career spans a wide range of industries, including technology, logistics, healthcare, real estate, and film & television production. He has led financial operations for venture-backed startups, managed turnarounds for multi-location businesses, and supported rapid scaling efforts in logistics. His experience includes implementing accounting systems, developing board-ready reporting, managing capital raises, and executing cost-reduction initiatives that improve margins. This blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution enables him to deliver meaningful impact across diverse client engagements.

FUNCTION & SPECIALIZATION

  • Financial leadership
  • Strategic planning
  • Financial reporting and metrics development
  • Business turnaround cost optimization
  • QuickBooks expert
  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Cash flow management
  • Film and television industry economics

REPRESENTATIVE CLIENTS & PAST EXPERIENCES

  • Bundais Enterprises
  • Intuit
  • Walt Disney Studios
  • Hasbro
  • Urbach, Kahn & Werlin, PC CPA’s

EDUCATION, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

  • B.S., Business Administration, Accounting, American University
  • Certified Public Accountant, Virginia (not active)

PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

  • Advanced Certification in Quickbooks Online and Quickbooks Online Payroll
  • Ride On Therapeutic Horsemanship, Board member
  • RH Magarian Endowment Fund, Board Member and Treasurer
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Member