Part-Time CFO
Whether your financial objectives involve securing funding, accelerating growth, or planning for an acquisition, a part-time CFO gives you the option to bring expertise into your business at a considerably reduced cost.
Part-Time CFO Guide
What does a Part-Time CFO do?
Move beyond the financials and position for a stronger future.
How can a Part-Time CFO help my business grow?
The role of the modern Part-Time CFO has changed. See how.
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Our experienced Part-Time CFO’s will deliver transformative leadership.
Part-Time CFO FAQs
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Access a part-time CFO with a wealth of experience and a track record of success to lead your finance strategy
Our role is to bring transformative leadership and to be accountable for the key decisions that help your business grow. We do this on a completely flexible basis with no fixed-term contracts.
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Transformative Leadership
Your part-time CFO is a leader in their field, with the knowledge, skillset and experience to empower your team while taking your business to the next level.
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Immediate Impact
We demonstrate value from day one. We’ve got experience from previous projects and have nailed down efficient processes – we cut out the learning curve and will quickly identify what your business needs to grow.
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No Risk To You
We don’t do long-term contracts or 3-6 month notice periods. If your needs change, we can quickly arrange a change of personnel.
What Does a Part-Time CFO Do?
A part-time FD will help your company move beyond just keeping financials in order by helping plan and position your company for a strong future. They will:
- Raise Funding – a part-time finance director has an extensive network of partners and investors with access to all types of funding. We can guide you through the process.
- Scale Faster – Do you want to scale but don’t have the right funding, processes, or technology in place? A part-time finance director will have guided many businesses through the process before.
- Increase Valuation – What is your growth plan? What is your roadmap to increasing the value of your business? A part-time FD can answer all these questions so your business gets the value it deserves.
- Change/Restructuring – The goals of businesses change over time. A part-time finance director has the expertise and experience to make this challenging period a smooth, successful transition.
- Prepare For Exit – Time to sell? Exits are a natural part of the lifecycle for entrepreneurs. Well-prepared businesses sell for more. A part-time finance director can help you realise the true value of your company that you’ve worked hard to create.
How Can a Part-Time CFO Help My Business Grow?
- The role of the modern finance director has changed. They’re no longer expected to simply ‘count the beans’ and offer a strictly financial support function.
- Finance directors have evolved into commercial business leaders and strategic advisors to CEOs. They play an active role in leading team members, delivering financial advise and expertise, and helping to drive wider business strategies that support an organisation’s long-term goals.
- When you’re a business looking to grow, you may not have someone on your team with this level of experience and expertise, and employing a full-time finance director or CFO can be risky and costly.
- Leadership Services offers a flexible finance service that gives you access to highly experienced part-time finance directors who deliver transformative leadership from within your business from day one – without any long-term commitments or hefty costs.
Knowledge & Experience
Your part-time finance director has a minimum of ten years’ of senior finance experience and a proven track record of success.
No Tie-Ins
No recruitment fees. No long-term contracts. You can leave your arrangement without any fixed contract period.
Affordable Model
Small-to-medium-sized businesses can access a highly experienced part-time FD at a significantly lower cost than hiring a full-timer.
Complete Flexibility
Your part-time finance director can start as soon as you need them, and our flexible contracts mean you can increase or decrease commitments according to your needs.
Full-Time Benefits
We are highly skilled in managing needs on a part-time basis, meaning a part-time finance director can deliver the same results as a full-time director in significantly less time.
We Join Your Team
A part-time finance director is a team member, not just a consultant – we join your team to deliver strategic vision and transformative leadership from within.
Meet Your Part-Time CFO
An experienced part-time finance director has the knowledge and expertise to deliver transformative leadership that supports your business vision.
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Part-Time CFO FAQs
A part-time CFO is a financial executive who works for a company on a part-time basis, typically for a fixed number of hours per month. Part-time CFOs provide many of the same services as full-time CFOs, including financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting. Part-time CFOs are often brought on board by small to medium-sized businesses that need the expertise of a financial executive but don’t have the resources to hire a full-time CFO.
For many small to medium-sized businesses, a part-time CFO can be a valuable asset. A part-time CFO can provide the financial expertise and strategic guidance that a business needs to grow and thrive without the cost of a full-time CFO. They can help businesses develop financial plans, identify opportunities for cost savings, and manage cash flow effectively. A part-time CFO can also help businesses navigate complex financial transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions or fundraising, and provide valuable insights into the financial health of the business.
The number of hours a part-time CFO works can vary depending on the needs of the business. Typically, a part-time CFO will work anywhere from 10 to 30 hours per month, depending on the size and complexity of the business. However, the actual number of hours worked will depend on the specific needs of the business and the scope of work agreed upon by the CFO and the company.
The average time that a CFO works can vary depending on the size and complexity of the business. Full-time CFOs typically work between 40 to 60 hours per week, with some working longer hours during busy periods. Part-time CFOs, on the other hand, typically work between 10 to 30 hours per month, depending on the needs of the business. The actual number of hours worked by a CFO will depend on the size and complexity of the business, as well as the scope of work agreed upon by the CFO and the company.
A CFO adds significant value to a business in many ways. They provide financial expertise and strategic guidance, helping businesses develop financial plans, identify opportunities for cost savings, and manage cash flow effectively. CFOs also oversee financial reporting, ensuring that the business is compliant with financial regulations and accurately reporting financial performance. CFOs can also provide valuable insights into the financial health of the business, identifying potential risks and opportunities for growth. Additionally, CFOs can help businesses navigate complex financial transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions or fundraising, and provide valuable support to senior leadership.