What is the difference between a fractional CFO and an interim Finance Director?

A fractional CFO works part-time (typically 1-3 days per week) on an ongoing basis, focusing on strategic finance matters like investor relations, M&A, and capital allocation. An interim Finance Director usually works full-time (4-5 days per week) for a defined period—often for transformation or to cover a leadership gap.

How quickly can you find a fractional CFO?

We can typically present 3-5 qualified candidates within 5-7 working days. For urgent requirements like live transactions or fundraising rounds, we can accelerate this timeline significantly.

What should I budget for a fractional CFO?

Fractional CFO day rates range from 1,000-1,500 depending on seniority and specialisation. For a CFO working 2 days per week, expect monthly costs of 8,500-12,500—versus 200-350k+ for a permanent CFO with benefits and equity.

Can a fractional CFO help us raise funding?

Absolutely—fundraising support is one of the most common reasons businesses engage fractional CFOs. They build investor-ready models, prepare data rooms, lead due diligence, and provide credible finance leadership.

Do you have CFOs with M&A experience?

M&A is one of our core specialisms. Our network includes CFOs who have executed buy-side acquisitions, led vendor-side processes, managed PE buyouts, and delivered post-merger integration.

What qualifications do your CFOs have?

All our CFOs are qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Most have Big 4 or top-10 training, and many have additional qualifications in corporate finance, treasury, or tax.

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Connecting businesses with exceptional fractional and interim CFOs and Finance Directors. Access strategic finance leadership for growth, fundraising, and transformation.

£800-1,500

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Key Takeaways

1Fractional CFOs work 1-3 days per week, providing senior expertise without full-time costs
2UK day rates range from £800 to £1500, depending on experience and sector
3Typical engagements save 50-70% compared to full-time executive hires
4Ideal for startups, scale-ups, and SMEs needing strategic leadership
5No employment overhead: no pension, NI, benefits, or notice periods

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Expert CFO & Finance Director Recruitment

Strategic financial leadership is critical at every business inflection point—fundraising, M&A, rapid scaling, or preparing for exit. Our specialist finance recruitment practice connects you with proven CFOs and Finance Directors who have raised capital, executed deals, and built finance functions across sectors from tech to manufacturing.

CFO vs Finance Director: Understanding the Difference

While used interchangeably in some markets, CFO and Finance Director roles can differ:

CFO Recruitment Across Sectors

We place fractional and interim CFOs across sectors including: technology and SaaS, professional services, manufacturing and engineering, retail and e-commerce, healthcare and life sciences, real estate and property, media and entertainment, and PE-backed portfolio companies.

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