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Hire a Fractional CFO to lead your finance function. Senior financial leadership, strategic expertise, and hands-on support—at a fraction of full-time cost.
A Fractional CFO is an experienced Chief Financial Officer who works with your company on a part-time basis—typically 1-3 days per week. You get the strategic financial leadership, expertise, and guidance of a senior CFO without the commitment and cost of a full-time hire.
Unlike consultants who advise from the sidelines, a fractional CFO becomes part of your leadership team. They attend board meetings, manage your finance function, build investor relationships, and take ownership of financial outcomes—just not five days a week.
"Companies access CFO expertise for £3,000-£6,000 per week instead of £12,500+ monthly for a full-time CFO."
A full-time CFO costs £150,000-£250,000 in salary alone, plus benefits, equity, office space, and management overhead. For many growing companies, that's overkill—you need CFO-level thinking on capital strategy and fundraising, but not 40 hours a week of it.
A fractional CFO gives you exactly what you need: senior financial leadership scaled to your actual requirements. As your company grows, you can increase their time—or transition to a full-time hire when the role justifies it.
Core responsibilities your fractional CFO will own
Develop and execute financial strategies aligned with your business goals. Create financial models, set KPIs, and drive data-informed decisions.
Lead equity raises and debt facilities. Build financial models, prepare data rooms, manage due diligence, and negotiate terms with investors.
Optimise working capital, manage cash flow forecasting, and ensure your runway supports your growth plans.
Produce board packs, investor reports, and management accounts. Build the reporting infrastructure that scales with you.
Hire and develop your finance team. Implement processes, systems, and controls that professionalise your finance function.
Manage relationships with existing investors. Prepare for board meetings and provide the financial credibility investors expect.
Lead financial due diligence for acquisitions. Prepare your company for sale or IPO with investor-ready financials.
Access CFO-level expertise at 40-60% less than a full-time hire. Pay only for the time you need—typically £80,000-£150,000 per year versus £200,000+ for full-time.
Skip the 3-6 month recruitment process. Fractional CFOs are experienced professionals who can start within days and make immediate impact.
Get a CFO with 15-20+ years of experience who has seen your challenges before. Many have raised hundreds of millions in funding across multiple companies.
Scale up during fundraising or critical periods, scale down during steady states. No long-term commitments—engagements flex with your needs.
Fractional CFOs work across multiple companies and industries. They bring best practices, benchmarks, and insights you wouldn't get from a single-company CFO.
The right time to hire a fractional CFO depends on your company's stage and challenges. Here are the most common scenarios:
You're planning a Series A, B, or later round. You need financial models, a data room, and someone who can represent your finances to investors credibly.
Start 3-6 months beforeYou've raised capital and need to professionalise finance. Investors expect proper reporting, controls, and financial leadership.
Immediately after closeYou've outgrown a bookkeeper or part-time accountant but can't justify a £200k CFO. This is the sweet spot for fractional.
When complexity increasesIf you're handling investor updates, cash management, and financial planning yourself, it's time to delegate to a professional.
Before burnoutYou're considering acquiring companies, being acquired, or preparing for IPO. These processes require dedicated financial leadership.
6-12 months beforeYou need to implement systems, hire finance staff, and create processes. A fractional CFO can build the foundation, then hand off to an FD.
As early as practicalCompare the cost of fractional vs full-time CFO
Based on 2.5 days/week x 2 clients x 48 working weeks. CFO UK average day rate: £1050.
BetaThis calculator provides rough estimates for illustration only. Actual rates and salaries vary based on location, experience, industry, and market conditions. Consult with a qualified accountant for accurate financial planning.
Pricing varies based on the CFO's experience, your industry, and complexity of the role. Specialist expertise (e.g., SaaS metrics, PE-backed companies) commands premium rates.
Choose the right model for your needs
| Feature | Fractional CFO | Interim CFO | Full-Time CFO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commitment | 1-3 days/week | Full-time (temporary) | Full-time (permanent) |
| Duration | Ongoing (6+ months typical) | 3-12 months | Permanent |
| Cost | £3,000-£6,000/week | £8,000-£12,000/week | £150,000-£250,000/year + benefits |
| Focus | Strategic + operational | Gap-fill or transformation | All responsibilities |
| Flexibility | Scale up/down as needed | Fixed term contract | Limited flexibility |
| Best For | Growing companies, specific expertise needs | Leadership gaps, major transitions | Large orgs with full-time need |
From first conversation to start date in as little as 7 days
Tell us about your needs, company stage, and what you're looking for in a fractional executive.
We curate a shortlist of pre-vetted fractional executives who match your specific requirements.
Interview your top candidates. We handle scheduling and provide interview frameworks.
Your fractional executive begins within days. We support onboarding and ongoing success.
Tell us about your needs, company stage, and what you're looking for in a fractional executive.
We curate a shortlist of pre-vetted fractional executives who match your specific requirements.
Interview your top candidates. We handle scheduling and provide interview frameworks.
Your fractional executive begins within days. We support onboarding and ongoing success.
Specialists with deep sector experience
ARR/MRR metrics, burn rate management, growth financing
Unit economics, inventory financing, marketplace expansion
Regulatory compliance, funding rounds, FCA requirements
NHS contracting, clinical economics, health regulations
Partner economics, utilisation metrics, practice management
Seed to Series C, investor relations, rapid scaling
Tell us about your needs and we'll match you with pre-vetted fractional CFOs who fit your requirements. Start conversations within 48 hours.