Fractional CFO - Chief Financial Officer

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What is a Fractional CFO?

A fractional CFO is a senior finance executive who works with your company on a part-time or project basis. They bring the strategic thinking and financial expertise of a full-time CFO without the permanent commitment and full-time cost.

Fractional CFOs are particularly valuable for growing companies that need financial leadership but aren't ready for a full-time executive hire. They can help with fundraising, financial planning, risk management, and establishing financial systems that support growth.

Typical Engagement

  • 20-60% time commitment
  • 6-24 month engagements
  • €100-350 per hour
  • Immediate availability

Key Responsibilities of a Fractional CFO

Financial Planning

Develop comprehensive financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to guide business decisions.

Fundraising

Lead fundraising efforts, prepare investor materials, and manage investor relations.

Financial Reporting

Establish robust financial reporting systems and ensure compliance with regulations.

Risk Management

Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks to protect business assets.

M&A Support

Lead financial due diligence and support merger and acquisition activities.

Financial Systems

Implement and optimize financial systems, processes, and controls for scalability.

🏆 #1 European CFO Provider

4.9

The CFO Centre

World's largest fractional CFO provider with 750+ senior CFOs across 18+ countries including UK, France, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands. Founded in 2001 and operating across Europe with local expertise in each market. Specializes in providing top 1% CFO talent for companies with €1M+ revenue, covering fundraising, cash flow management, financial transformation, and M&A support.

World's #1 fractional CFO provider by network size, with 750+ elite CFOs, 25+ years of European operations, and proven results across all major European markets. Unique top 1% sourcing methodology and local presence in every country ensures the right match every time.

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Key Achievements

  • 750+ pre-vetted senior fractional CFOs across 18+ countries
  • Operating continuously across Europe since 2001
  • Top 1% CFO talent sourcing methodology
  • Local presence in UK, France, Germany, Spain, Netherlands and more
  • Specialization in fundraising, M&A, and financial transformation

Top CFO Providers by Country

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The Finance People UK

United Kingdom

4.8

UK's #1 fractional CFO firm offering expert Finance Directors for SMEs. 5-star fractional CFOs embedded in teams, flexible arrangements, 5-day start, 40-60% cost savings vs full-time. For £4m-£20m turnover companies.

UK market leader with fastest start time (5 days) and proven cost savings (40-60%). Fully embedded 5-star CFOs for SMEs.

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Iter Advisor

france

4.5

Growing corporate advisory and fractional CFO for startups and digital companies. Founded 2021, rapid growth. Part-time and fractional CFO services.

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Diligo

spain

4.7

Madrid-based fractional CFO firm with Big 4 backgrounds. Rapid 24-hour activation, financial direction for companies in transition, and fundraising round support. Serving SMEs and growth-stage companies across Spain.

Big 4 pedigree with 24h activation — fastest deployment for fractional CFO in Spain with proven fundraising expertise.

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The CFO Centre Deutschland

germany

4.9

Global #1 fractional CFO provider with 750+ CFOs across 18 countries. In Germany since 2001, top 1% CFO candidates for €1M+ companies.

World's #1 fractional CFO provider with 25 years Germany operations, 750+ elite CFOs, proven with MAN Commercial and major clients.

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Beerensteyn Partners

netherlands

4.8

Leading Dutch fractional CFO provider founded 2013. Partnership model with equity-partner CFOs (24+ years avg exp). Specializes in M&A, international expansion.

Partnership model with skin-in-the-game, 24+ years average CFO experience, specialized in high-value M&A and international expansion.

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YOURgroup (yourCFO)

italy

4.9

Dedicated CFO vertical of Italy's largest fractional executive platform. Financial planning, treasury management, M&A advisory, and financial restructuring. Senior CFOs with Big 4 and multinational backgrounds.

Strongest Italian CFO network with dedicated yourCFO brand. Deep expertise in Italian fiscal and regulatory environment.

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Hoffman Associates

belgium

4.9

One of Belgium's longest-established independent executive search and interim management firms with 35-year track record. Specializes in senior CFO assignments. Partner-owned and fully independent.

Most pedigreed Belgian-native firm. 35-year track record unmatched for local market trust. Ideal for sensitive CFO searches.

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DHAC

switzerland

4.9

Geneva-based fractional CFO firm with transparent pricing (CHF 2,000-15,000/month). Covers financial strategy, fundraising, cash flow forecasting, and compliance. Startup to enterprise packages.

Most detailed and transparent fractional CFO offering in Switzerland. Real pricing published with strong fundraising focus.

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Compare CFO Providers

Provider Country Rating Specialization Visit
The Finance People UK
UK's #1 fractional CFO firm offering expert Finance Directors for SMEs. 5-star fractional CFOs embed...
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
4.8
Fundraising & Investment Banking Visit
Iter Advisor
Growing corporate advisory and fractional CFO for startups and digital companies. Founded 2021, rapi...
🇫🇷 france
4.5
French Regulations & M&A Visit
Diligo
Madrid-based fractional CFO firm with Big 4 backgrounds. Rapid 24-hour activation, financial directi...
🇪🇸 spain
4.7
Spanish Markets & Tourism Finance Visit
The CFO Centre Deutschland
Global #1 fractional CFO provider with 750+ CFOs across 18 countries. In Germany since 2001, top 1% ...
🇩🇪 germany
4.9
German Markets & IPO Preparation Visit
Beerensteyn Partners
Leading Dutch fractional CFO provider founded 2013. Partnership model with equity-partner CFOs (24+ ...
🇳🇱 netherlands
4.8
International Finance & Fintech Visit
YOURgroup (yourCFO)
Dedicated CFO vertical of Italy's largest fractional executive platform. Financial planning, treasur...
🇮🇹 italy
4.9
Visit
Hoffman Associates
One of Belgium's longest-established independent executive search and interim management firms with ...
🇧🇪 belgium
4.9
Visit
DHAC
Geneva-based fractional CFO firm with transparent pricing (CHF 2,000-15,000/month). Covers financial...
🇨🇭 switzerland
4.9
Visit

Industry Expertise

Technology

  • • SaaS financial modeling
  • • Venture capital fundraising
  • • Revenue recognition
  • • Unit economics optimization

Financial Services

  • • Regulatory compliance
  • • Capital adequacy
  • • Risk management
  • • Financial reporting

Manufacturing

  • • Cost accounting
  • • Inventory management
  • • Capital expenditure
  • • Supply chain finance

When to Hire a Fractional CFO

Perfect Timing

  • Preparing for fundraising or investment
  • Financial reporting is becoming complex
  • Need strategic financial planning
  • Considering M&A activities

Typical Company Size

  • 10-500 employees
  • €1M - €100M annual revenue
  • Growth-stage companies
  • Companies seeking investment

Success Stories

SaaS Company - €15M Series A

A London-based SaaS company hired a fractional CFO to prepare for Series A funding. The CFO developed financial models, prepared investor materials, and led the fundraising process.

Result: Successfully raised €15M Series A

Valuation: 40% higher than initial target

Manufacturing Company - IPO Preparation

A German manufacturing company engaged a fractional CFO to prepare for IPO. The CFO established robust financial controls and reporting systems.

Result: Successful IPO on Frankfurt Stock Exchange

Compliance: 100% regulatory compliance achieved

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