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Gofractional

Fractional CFO

Commerce, CA · On-site

$108.76 - $130.98/hr

Fractional CFO, Restructuring through Stabilization The opportunity This is a dual-mandate role. In the near term, you'll own the financial workstream of an active reorganization: cash, reporting ...

My BTLR

Fractional CFO

Alpharetta, GA · Remote

\n \n \n \n \n My BTLR is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for placement with a client. This contract\/1099 position involves providing financial ...

Ascent CFO Solutions

Interim CFO

Denver, CO · Remote

$120 - $140/hr

Interim Chief Financial Officer Ascent CFO Solutions At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading Fractional CFO services firm dedicated to providing strategic financial leadership and insights to ...

Rainmaker Resources, LLC

CFO

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

NonProfit Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Part-time | Hybrid Opportunity | Cincinnati, Ohio Reports to: Executive Leadership Manages: Finance & Accounting team (3-4 members) Position ...

Broadview at Purchase College

Fractional CFO

Purchase, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

HCM Job Title Fractional CFO Department Finance Team Accounting Position Reports To Executive Director FLSA Status Exempt Broadview at Purchase College GENERAL SUMMARY: A unique opportunity exists to ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a temporary fractional CFO, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Temporary Fractional CFO, you need expertise in financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and a solid background in accounting or finance, often supported by a CPA or MBA. Familiarity with ERP systems, financial modeling tools, and advanced Excel skills is typically required. Strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to quickly build relationships are vital soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for providing immediate, high-impact financial leadership and strategic guidance to organizations on a part-time or interim basis.

What is a temporary fractional CFO?

A Temporary Fractional CFO is an experienced Chief Financial Officer who works with a company on a part-time or short-term basis, rather than as a full-time, permanent employee. They provide high-level financial strategy, planning, and oversight, helping organizations manage budgets, improve cash flow, and support business growth. This flexible arrangement is ideal for startups, small businesses, or companies undergoing transitions that need expert financial guidance without the cost of a full-time executive.

What is the difference between Temporary Fractional Cfo vs Part-Time Controller?

AspectTemporary Fractional CfoPart-Time Controller
CredentialsCPA, CMA, or CFO experienceCPA or Controller certification
Work EnvironmentStrategic financial leadership for multiple clientsOversees accounting operations within a company
Employer & Industry UsageConsulting firms, startups, SMBsEstablished companies, finance departments
Search & Comparison IntentFinancial strategy, executive financeAccounting, financial reporting

The main difference is that a Temporary Fractional Cfo provides high-level strategic financial leadership on a part-time or interim basis, often for multiple clients, while a Part-Time Controller focuses on managing accounting operations within a single organization. Both roles require strong financial credentials but serve different functions within a company's finance team.

How does a temporary fractional CFO typically integrate with an existing finance team and what level of decision-making authority is expected?

A Temporary Fractional CFO usually joins an organization on a part-time or project basis, working closely with existing finance staff to assess processes, identify areas for improvement, and provide strategic guidance. They are often empowered to make high-level recommendations but collaborate with company leadership and the finance team to implement changes. While they may not manage day-to-day operations directly, they play a key role in financial planning, forecasting, and ensuring compliance. Effective communication and adaptability are essential, as they must quickly understand the company's culture and business needs to drive impactful results.
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Fractional CFO

Gofractional

Commerce, CA • On-site

$108.76 - $130.98/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Fractional CFO, Restructuring through Stabilization The opportunity

This is a dual-mandate role. In the near term, you'll own the financial workstream of an active reorganization: cash, reporting, and the numbers behind a credible plan. As the case stabilizes, you'll shift into a steady-state CFO role, putting strategy, systems, and best practices in place so the business runs on clean information and sound controls. You'll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the Co-CEOs and COO as a true financial partner, not just a scorekeeper.

Phase 1: Restructuring (now through plan confirmation)
  • Cash flow command. Own short-term (13-week) cash forecasting and daily/weekly cash management; protect liquidity and flag issues early.
  • Court and trustee reporting. Assist in preparing Monthly Operating Reports and other required financial reporting in coordination with restructuring counsel and the Subchapter V Trustee.
  • Plan feasibility. Build the financial model and projections that support a confirmable, realistic plan of reorganization.
  • Division economics. Stand up division-level P&L (Retail vs. Events vs. Landscape vs. Interior vs. Display) so leadership can see exactly where profit comes from.
  • Stakeholder coordination. Support counsel, lenders, and vendors with timely, accurate financial information.
Phase 2: Stabilization and steady-state
  • Systems and best practices. Implement a clean monthly close, reporting cadence, and the financial systems the business needs to scale without fire drills.
  • Controls and governance. Establish internal controls and support clean decision‑records and authorization practices alongside the Co-CEOs and COO.
  • Planning and forecasting. Lead the annual budget, rolling forecast, and KPI dashboards; turn budget‑to‑actual reporting into a forward‑looking management tool.
  • Inventory management. Streamline purchasing and evaluate product turnover to maximize cash inflow.
  • System integration. Fully integrate the POS system with QuickBooks to maximize reporting for management.
  • Capital and banking. Manage banking relationships, financing, and the post‑emergence capital structure.
  • Strategic partnership. Serve as a thought partner to ownership on pricing, division strategy, and growth decisions.
What we're looking for
  • Restructuring experience. Direct experience as a CFO, interim CFO, or CRO through a Chapter 11 (Subchapter V a strong plus) or comparable turnaround.
  • Senior finance leadership. 10+ years in progressively senior finance roles, including CFO-level responsibility at a small or mid‑sized company.
  • Hands‑on operator. Comfortable in the details on a lean team: building the model, closing the books, and presenting to leadership, not just delegating.
  • Systems builder. Track record implementing financial systems, close processes, and controls from a standing start.
  • Multi‑division fluency. Experience with services or project‑based revenue (events, design/build, contract work) and multi‑location operations.
  • California and cash‑tight context. Familiarity operating in California (FTB, EDD, CDTFA, payroll‑tax compliance) and managing finance in a cash‑constrained environment.
  • Credentials. CPA and/or MBA preferred. QuickBooks / ERP proficiency.
  • Temperament. Calm, credible, and collaborative under pressure; a clear communicator who earns trust with owners, counsel, and staff.
Success in the first 90 days
  • A reliable 13-week cash forecast and a clean cash‑management routine in place.
  • On‑time, accurate court and trustee financial reporting.
  • Division-level P&L visibility leadership can act on.
  • A defined monthly close calendar and reporting cadence the team can run.
  • A trusted working rhythm with the Co-CEOs and COO.
Compensation and Work Arrangement

Pay: $108,760.79 - $130,980.73 per year

Part‑time

Hybrid work in Commerce, CA 90040

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