Food and Beverage
Operating in today’s food and beverage industry requires more than great products. It demands strategic agility and financial precision. From shifting consumer demands and complex regulatory requirements to rising tariffs and supply chain volatility, food businesses are navigating unprecedented operational pressures.
Whether you’re an emerging food brand scaling for growth or a national manufacturer preparing for an IPO, staying competitive requires more than just keeping up — it requires forward-thinking guidance. Withum’s dedicated Food and Beverage Services Team understands the nuances of your industry and provides tailored accounting, advisory and tax strategies to help you manage risk, improve margins and position your business for success.
Food and Beverage Lifecycle
Who We Help in the Food and Beverage Industry
Food Manufacturers and Processors
As a food manufacturer and processor, you know what it takes to succeed in your business, whether you’re producing snacks, beverages or specialty foods. At Withum, your ingenuity is the key ingredient we build on to help you optimize operations, drive profitability and fuel sustainable growth.
Health Foods
Bringing a health-focused product to market takes more than a great idea — it requires strategic execution across sourcing, formulation, compliance and go-to-market. Withum’s team delivers industry-specific guidance in advisory, accounting, audit and tax compliance to help health food companies grow with confidence.
Agribusiness
From crop production and livestock management to produce distribution and nursery operations, agribusinesses face unique challenges tied to climate, regulation, labor and market volatility. Our advisors work closely with growers, ranchers, and import/export companies to optimize operations and manage risk.
Restaurants
The restaurant industry is the final phase of the food and beverage lifecycle — but it involves so much more than just putting a meal on the table. Whether you operate a single location, franchise, large restaurant group or a multi-unit chain, together we can help you navigate daily changes in a dynamic industry to help you grow while keeping customers satisfied.
Breweries, Distilleries, Wineries and Crush Facilities
From navigating licensing and compliance to managing inventory, production costs and seasonal cash flow, the financial and operational demands are complex. Our team understands the nuances of the beverage industry and delivers tailored solutions so you can focus on perfecting your craft.
Food Franchise
Owning and operating a food franchise involves navigating complex agreements, ensuring brand consistency and driving profitability across every unit. You need to consider franchise agreements, royalty structures, cost controls and regulatory compliance to optimize your business for profitability and scalability. We can provide the financial insights and strategies that drive success while supporting your long-term goals.
Food and Beverage Industry Trends and Challenges
You’re juggling everything that comes with running your business while staying on top of trends. Food sourcing and selection are top of mind for consumers — along with conversations on food sustainability, traceability, dietary needs and preferences. Our team can help you navigate this shifting landscape.
Customer demand is one thing, but expenses create another headache in the food and beverage ecosystem. Everything from rent inflation to supplier bankruptcies, product recalls and the complications of navigating tariffs on imports is impacting the food industry. We’ll bring insights on how to minimize risk and liability to help maximize profits and sustainability.
Ingredient quality is of the utmost importance for your food and beverage business. You’re doing everything you can to keep up with customer expectations around sustainable sourcing, fair trade and organic branding while maintaining regulatory compliance. The addition of our process and supply chain experts to your team will help you identify the weak points in the supply chain to keep your business running smoothly.
Food and Beverage Services
- M&A Advisory
- Investment Banking
- Supply Chain Management
- Cost Segregation
- Wealth Management
- Insurance Advisory
- Cash Flow Analysis
Contact Us
For more information or to discuss your business needs, please connect with a member of our team.
