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C-Suite Financial Expertise
Hire a Fractional CFO in the UK
Access world-class financial leadership without the full-time cost. Our fractional CFOs bring strategic expertise, investor readiness, and financial rigour to scaling businesses across the UK.
Typical UK Rate: £800-£1,500/day
What Does a Fractional CFO Do?
A Fractional CFO provides strategic financial leadership to help your business scale, fundraise, and achieve sustainable growth.
Financial Strategy & Planning
Develop comprehensive financial strategies, forecasting models, and long-term business plans aligned with company objectives.
Cash Flow Management
Optimise working capital, manage cash flow forecasting, and implement robust financial controls and reporting systems.
Financial Reporting & Compliance
Ensure accurate financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and preparation for audits, investors, and stakeholders.
Fundraising & Investor Relations
Lead fundraising efforts, prepare pitch decks, manage investor communications, and negotiate terms with VCs and angels.
KPI & Performance Analysis
Establish financial KPIs, conduct variance analysis, and provide actionable insights to drive profitability and growth.
Risk Management
Identify financial risks, implement mitigation strategies, and ensure business continuity through sound financial practices.
When to Hire a Fractional CFO
Fractional CFOs are perfect for businesses at inflection points that need strategic financial expertise.
Scaling Rapidly
Your business is growing quickly and needs sophisticated financial planning and forecasting to support expansion.
Fundraising Preparation
You're preparing for a funding round and need expert financial modelling, due diligence preparation, and investor materials.
Financial Restructuring
You need to optimise costs, improve cash flow, or restructure debt to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
M&A Activity
You're pursuing acquisitions or being acquired and need expert financial due diligence and deal structuring support.
How It Works
Find and hire your fractional CFO in three simple steps.
1
Post Your Requirements
Share your financial challenges, business goals, and the specific expertise you need in a fractional CFO.
2
Review Matched Candidates
We'll connect you with pre-vetted fractional CFOs who match your industry, stage, and specific requirements.
3
Start Your Engagement
Interview candidates, agree on terms, and begin working together—typically within 2-3 weeks of posting.
Featured CFO Talent
Explore experienced fractional CFOs ready to transform your financial operations.
Senior CFO Profile
Available for new engagements
15+ years in SaaS & Fintech
£50M+ capital raised
3-5 successful exits
£1,200/day
Senior CFO Profile
Available for new engagements
15+ years in SaaS & Fintech
£50M+ capital raised
3-5 successful exits
£1,200/day
Senior CFO Profile
Available for new engagements
15+ years in SaaS & Fintech
£50M+ capital raised
3-5 successful exits
£1,200/day
Why Hire a Fractional CFO?
Get senior financial expertise exactly when you need it, without the overhead of a full-time executive hire.
Access to senior financial expertise without full-time costs
Flexible engagement from 1-3 days per week
Industry-specific experience in scaling businesses
Immediate impact on financial performance and investor readiness
Scalable commitment as your business grows
Strategic guidance on fundraising and M&A
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Fractional CFO?
A Fractional CFO is a senior financial executive who works with your business on a part-time or project basis, typically 1-3 days per week. They provide the same strategic financial leadership as a full-time CFO but at a fraction of the cost, making C-suite expertise accessible to growing businesses.
How much does a Fractional CFO cost in the UK?
UK Fractional CFO rates typically range from £800-£1,500 per day depending on experience, industry expertise, and complexity of requirements. For a 2-day per week engagement, expect to invest £6,400-£12,000 per month—significantly less than a full-time CFO salary of £120,000-£200,000+ per year.
When should I hire a Fractional CFO vs a full-time CFO?
Hire a Fractional CFO if you're a startup or scaleup (£1M-£20M revenue) that needs strategic financial leadership but can't justify a full-time hire. Once you're consistently generating £20M+ revenue or managing complex international operations, consider transitioning to a full-time CFO.
What industries do Fractional CFOs specialise in?
Our Fractional CFOs have deep expertise across SaaS, fintech, e-commerce, professional services, manufacturing, healthcare, and more. Many specialise in specific business stages (seed to Series B) or situations like fundraising, M&A, or turnarounds.
How quickly can a Fractional CFO make an impact?
Experienced Fractional CFOs can typically make immediate improvements to cash flow management, financial reporting, and forecasting within their first month. Strategic initiatives like fundraising preparation or financial system implementation may take 3-6 months to fully execute.
What's the typical engagement length?
Most Fractional CFO engagements last 6-18 months, though some are project-based (3-6 months for fundraising) or ongoing (retained basis). The arrangement is flexible and can scale up or down based on your business needs.
Can a Fractional CFO help with fundraising?
Absolutely. Many Fractional CFOs specialise in fundraising and have successfully raised millions for their clients. They'll build financial models, prepare due diligence materials, create investor presentations, and support you through negotiations and closing.
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