What to expect working with a Fractional CFO
A disciplined, transparent process designed to uncover the truth, tighten operations, and build a finance engine that scales.
The Approach
A Strategic Partnership — Not a Vendor Relationship
I work with a select group of founders and operators who are ready for a more sophisticated finance function. If you want someone to simply “do the books,” I’m not the right fit.
If you want a partner who will challenge assumptions, elevate decisions, and give you real financial clarity, this process is built for you.
The Three-Phase Framework
How I get you to clarity and control.
PHASE 1 — Baseline Assessment
Before we fix anything, we diagnose everything.
Full review of the P&L, balance sheet, GL, and cash flow
Identification of leaks, inefficiencies, and misinformation
Margin analysis and early insight into risks and opportunities
Outcome: A clear map of what’s actually happening inside the business.
PHASE 2 — Build the Financial Engine
Where finance becomes usable, not just compliant.
Rolling cash flow model tailored to your business
Budgeting process aligned to strategic priorities
Scenario planning for hiring, pricing, capital needs, and expansion
Clean, reliable reporting packaged for founders and investors
Outcome: A finance function that finally supports decisions instead of trailing them.
PHASE 3 — Ongoing Strategic Partnership
When your numbers tell the truth, decisions get sharper.
Monthly CFO call
Bi-monthly reviews of operational updates
Variance analysis and forward-looking recommendations
Margin improvement strategies
Preparation for lenders, investors, or exit discussions
Outcome: Predictability. Control. Confidence.
Who I work with
The clients who see the fastest results.
This model works best for founders who:
Have product-market fit but lack financial clarity
Are scaling quickly and need better controls
Are preparing for a raise, audit, or restructuring
Want data-driven decisions, not guesswork
I take on a limited number of clients to ensure depth, quality, and responsiveness.
What you can expect
A predictable, structured, and transparent experience.
You get:
One primary point of contact
Clean deliverables and dashboards
Simple, founder-friendly reporting
Real conversations about what matters — not jargon or noise
Are you ready for a higher level of financial operations?
This work requires commitment and transparency from both sides. If you’re serious about leveling up your finance function, I’m ready to help.