Fractional CFO Opportunity

About This Fractional CFO Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Fractional CFO (also known as a Part-Time Finance Director or Fractional FD) to provide strategic financial leadership to high-growth companies across the United Kingdom. This is a portfolio role offering 1-3 days per week, with remote and hybrid working options available.

A Fractional CFO is a senior finance executive who works with multiple companies on a part-time basis, providing the same calibre of strategic leadership as a full-time Chief Financial Officer. According to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW), demand for fractional finance leadership has grown over 250% since 2020, driven by private equity portfolio companies, venture-backed startups, and ambitious SMEs.

What Does a Fractional CFO Do?

As a Fractional CFO or Part-Time Finance Director, you will deliver board-level financial strategy and operational finance leadership. The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) recognises the growing importance of flexible finance leadership models in the modern economy.

Key areas of responsibility include financial strategy and planning, investor relations and fundraising support, M&A due diligence and integration, cash flow management and forecasting, board reporting and governance, and building finance teams and systems.

Fractional CFO Day Rates & Compensation

This role offers day rates of £1,000-£1,500 depending on sector complexity and experience level. According to Glassdoor UK salary data, fractional CFOs working 2-3 days per week can expect annual earnings of £200,000-£360,000 — significantly more per hour than a permanent Finance Director earning £120,000-£180,000.

The British Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (BVCA) reports that 78% of PE-backed portfolio companies now engage fractional CFOs, making this one of the fastest-growing segments of the executive market.

Who Should Apply for This Fractional CFO Role?

Ideal candidates for this Part-Time Finance Director position will be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 15+ years post-qualification experience. You will have held a senior finance leadership role (CFO, Finance Director, or FD) in a company generating £5M-£100M+ revenue.

The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) sets the governance standards that fractional CFOs must uphold, and familiarity with UK GAAP, IFRS, and FRC corporate governance requirements is essential.

Fractional CFO Working Arrangements: Remote & Hybrid

This Fractional CFO role offers flexible working arrangements. Around 70% of fractional finance roles now offer hybrid working, with approximately 30% fully remote. The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) has noted the shift toward distributed finance leadership as a permanent trend accelerated by the pandemic.

Whether you are based in London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham, Newcastle, Leeds, Bristol, or elsewhere in the UK, this role can be structured to suit your location.

Sectors Seeking Fractional CFOs

Demand for Part-Time Finance Directors spans multiple sectors:

• Private Equity Portfolio Companies — investor reporting, bolt-on M&A, value creation (£1,200-£1,800/day)
• Fintech & FCA-Regulated — regulatory capital, CASS rules, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) compliance
• SaaS & Technology — ARR metrics, runway forecasting, Series A-C fundraising
• Manufacturing & Trade — working capital, supply chain finance, inventory management
• Non-Profit & Social Enterprise — charity SORP compliance, grant reporting, Charity Commission requirements

The UK Fractional CFO Market

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the UK has over 5.5 million SMEs, yet fewer than 10% employ a full-time CFO. This creates an enormous addressable market for fractional finance leadership. The British Business Bank has highlighted the importance of professional financial management for growing businesses.

The fractional CFO model — sometimes called a Part-Time FD, Portfolio Finance Director, or Fractional Finance Director — provides companies with experienced financial leadership at 30-50% of the cost of a full-time hire.

How to Apply for Fractional CFO Roles

If you are an experienced finance leader seeking fractional CFO opportunities, Part-Time Finance Director roles, or remote CFO jobs across the UK, register your interest through Fractional Quest. We connect qualified fractional CFOs with companies seeking flexible finance leadership.

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