Fractional FD Jobs UK
Part-time FD roles at £600-£1,100/day
Find Your Perfect Match
Answer 3 questions in 30 seconds
What type of CTO do you need?
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
Post your requirements and get matched in 48 hours
Definition
Quick Definition
A **fractional FD** (fractional Finance Director) works part-time, typically 1-3 days per week, providing hands-on financial leadership. **Fractional FD** roles are perfect for businesses needing experienced finance leadership without the full-time cost. The **fractional FD** model gives UK SMEs access to Finance Director expertise at £600-£1,100 per day.
Fractional Finance Director: The Bridge to CFO
The fractional finance director role sits between senior accountant and CFO, providing hands-on financial leadership for SMEs and growing companies. Fractional FDs handle the day-to-day financial operations, management reporting, and team leadership that companies need — while also contributing to strategic decisions. It is the ideal entry point into fractional finance leadership.
What Does a Fractional FD Do?
Management accounts and reporting
Cash flow management and forecasting
Finance team leadership
Budgeting and planning
Financial controls and processes
Systems implementation
Statutory compliance support
Ad hoc commercial analysis
Types of Fractional FD Roles
SME Finance Director
All-round FD support for small businesses, owner-managed companies.
Scale-Up FD
Build finance function, implement systems, support growth.
Interim FD
Cover maternity, resignation, or gap between permanent hires.
Project FD
Specific projects: system implementations, audit preparation, restructuring.
Executive Cost Calculator
Executive leadership
Industry Benchmarks
Finance Director Cost Calculator
Financial management & reporting
Industry Benchmarks
Time Allocation
How fractional executives spend their time
Ready to find your fractional executive?
Get Started Today
