FAQ: Fractional CFO Services

1. What is a fractional CFO?

A fractional CFO is a part-time financial expert who helps your business make smart financial decisions without hiring a full-time executive. They provide strategic guidance, forecasting, and KPI tracking on a flexible basis.

2. Why hire a fractional CFO?

A fractional CFO gives your business high-level financial leadership at a lower cost. They help increase revenue, reduce costs, improve cash flow, and give actionable advice that makes an immediate impact.

3. What are the benefits of a fractional CFO?

A fractional CFO can:

☑ Boost revenue by finding growth opportunities

☑ Lower expenses through cost optimization

☑ Deliver actionable insights in client meetings

☑ Improve financial clarity and decision-making

☑ Offer expertise scalable to your business needs

4. How can a fractional CFO help startups and SaaS companies?

They help by:

☑ Tracking ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV metrics

☑ Improving cash flow and budgeting

☑ Preparing for fundraising or investor reporting

☑ Offering strategic advice for scaling

5. How is a fractional CFO different from an accountant?

An accountant handles bookkeeping and compliance. A fractional CFO goes beyond the numbers to:

☑ Provide strategic financial insights

☑ Plan for growth and profitability

☑ Lead actionable client meetings with clear guidance

6. When should a business hire a fractional CFO?

Consider hiring a fractional CFO if your business:

☑ Is growing and needs financial strategy

☑ Wants to optimize profits and cash flow

☑ Needs fundraising or investor support

☑ Is outgrowing basic bookkeeping services

7. How do I get started?

☑ Book an initial consultation to discuss your goals

☑ Enroll in 6-week sprint to achieve quick wins and establish monthly metrics

☑ Engage in monthly check-ins for insights, KPI tracking, and actionable recommendations