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Fractional CFO Services for Startups

Ready to take control of your finances and scale with confidence? Speak to a fractional CFO today.

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Running a start-up means making big decisions with limited resources and your financial strategy is no exception. A fractional CFO for startups provides access to high-level financial expertise without the full-time cost, hel(1i g you make smarter decisions, attract investors, manage cash flow, and scale with confidence. Whether you’re pre-revenue, growing fast, or preparing for funding, a fractional CFO can provide the strategic insight your business needs to thrive.

Are you a pre-revenue start-up and have funding? Or are your revenues within the £1m mark? Our CFO services for startups can help! See how much you can save with our Cost Savings Calculator.

Our CFO Startup Services

As experienced finance professionals, we understand the unique challenges that are faced by start-ups and small businesses in their first few years of operation. It’s a time when the services of a seasoned finance professional would be invaluable, but an organisation may not have the budget to hire somebody full-time. This is where CFO services for startups come in.

This is why we have developed our unique CFO services for startups package. We offer the services of an accomplished CFO or senior finance professional, on a part-time basis. Give your business the early acceleration it needs, without the need to budget for a full-time salary.

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Our CFO Startup Service Includes:

  • Financial forecasting & budgeting
  • Cash flow management
  • Investor readiness & fundraising support
  • Strategic financial planning
  • KPI development & reporting
  • Risk management
  • A dedicated CFO for 2 days per month

Normal price: £3,300/$3,600 pm
Start up price: £2,295 ($2,995)

a 35% cost saving

Testimonials

Hire CFO have been instrumental in managing our cash forecasting and giving our start up general business advice. Very professional and always deliver on time.

Ravi Naik , CEO, SGS Consultants

Hire CFO set up our Xero system and automated processes for us. We are extremely satisfied and highly recommend their services.

Marc Eden, CEO Auto Concierge limited

These guys are truly awesome. We had no accounting reporting in place before we engaged with them. In addition they have been instrumental in our charity obtaining funding. very professional and always deliver on time.

Hilton Freund, CEO Twinning Project

Hire CFO set up our real estate reporting and produced business plans for fundraising. James was extremely knowledgeable and as an additional bonus we continually save 40% on employment costs. We honestly can't operate our business without them.

Paul Skikne, CEO, BRW Real Estate, Los Angeles

We engaged with Hire CFO to completely run and manage our funding raising campaign on Seedrs. We raised 103% of our target with over 325 investors which was hugely successful. Thanks to all involved.

Marek Rudzki, COO, Flagship reporting

Fractional CFO Services We Provide For Startups

Our CFO services for startups are designed specifically for the fast-paced, ever-changing needs of new businesses. Whether you’re preparing for investment, managing rapid growth, or simply need clearer financial direction, we offer flexible, high-impact support without the full-time cost. From financial forecasting and cash flow management to investor readiness and strategic planning, we provide the financial leadership your start-up needs to scale with confidence.

Take the First Step Towards Smarter Financial Decisions

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If you’re ready to strengthen your start-up’s financial foundations, Hire CFO is here to help. Whether you need strategic guidance, investor support, or day- a-day financial manage ent, our fractional CFO for startups is tailored to your goals. Click below to get a quote or book a call. Our team is happy to answer any questions you may have about our cfo services for startups.

CFO Startup FAQs

At what point should a start-up consider hiring a CFO?

While many start-up founders can be hesitant to hire a CFO within their first few months or years of operation, having the input of a seasoned finance professional from the outset can be hugely beneficial. Although our fractional CFOs are well-practiced at integrating into established teams, the guidance they can provide to growing finance departments can be invaluable.

Whether you’re experiencing a period of growth, are seeking to upskill your current finance team, or are looking to get a CFO on-board early to direct your financial strategy, we have candidates that are primed for the task. Our CFO service for startups provides an unrivalled expertise.

What are the benefits of hiring a fractional CFO for a start-up?

It’s common knowledge that 90% of start-ups fail within 10 years, with 10% failing within their first year of operation. While this can be due to things like market conditions and changing consumer preferences, the sad fact is that many start-ups run out of money before they are able to bring their product or service to market. By hiring a fractional CFO for startups they can use their experience and knowledge to avoid the common pitfalls that many others fall prey to.

Unfortunately, few start-ups in their first few years of operation can afford to hire a full-time CFO, which is why fractional CFOs are an excellent solution. From as little as two days a month, our fractional CFOs for startups can help to develop your business strategy, provide valuable expertise in areas such as tax and VAT, and ensure that your bottom line is protected.

What can a fractional CFO assist our organisation with?

Fractional CFOs for startups can undertake the same responsibilities and duties of a full-time CFO. With our Start-ups package, you will be assigned a fractional CFO for a minimum of two days per month to assist your finance team with a range of tasks, including but not limited to:

  • Creating or improving financial strategies. Our CFOs can develop an actionable roadmap to guide your team towards your long-term financial goals.
  • Leadership and guidance. Benefit from the wealth of experience that our candidates have, as they make recommendations to improve processes, procedures and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Assessment, data analysis, and reporting. A CFO can assist with all areas of data analysis, including how to utilise data in decision-making, and presenting relevant data to the board, investors, and any other relevant parties.
  • Compliance and risk management. With a keen understanding of relevant legal liabilities, tax requirements, and more, a CFO will help to ensure that your finance department is operating with compliance and efficiency in mind.

How much does the CFO service for start-ups cost?

At Hire CFO, we’re passionate about supporting and accelerating small businesses and start-ups that choose to use our service. Our purpose-made fractional CFO for start-ups package is just £1,895 per month, as opposed to our standard price of £2,895 (a 35% cost saving).

With our package, you will receive the services of a top CFO for two working days per month, to guide you in your business strategy and provide expertise to drive your business forward.

How does Hire CFO select suitable candidates for their fractional CFO service?

We source only the top 10% of candidates to be part of our network of fractional finance professionals and utilise a thorough, 30-point hiring process to ensure that candidates are highly qualified and possess a wealth of knowledge and experience. We also take into account the unique needs of our clients, in order to put them in contact with the best person for their role, and organisation.

How can I begin the process of hiring a fractional CFO for my start-up?

If you would like to learn more about our CFO service for startups, or are ready to take the next steps towards your start-up’s long-term financial goals, you can book a free 30-minute consultation with a member of our team. Alternatively, submit an enquiry via our contact page.