FAQ: Fractional CFO Services
- Meliora Consulting
- Nov 17
- 2 min read
1. What is a fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO is a part-time financial expert who helps your business make smart financial decisions without hiring a full-time executive. They provide strategic guidance, forecasting, and KPI tracking on a flexible basis.
2. Why hire a fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO gives your business high-level financial leadership at a lower cost. They help increase revenue, reduce costs, improve cash flow, and give actionable advice that makes an immediate impact.
3. What are the benefits of a fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO can:
☑ Boost revenue by finding growth opportunities
☑ Lower expenses through cost optimization
☑ Deliver actionable insights in client meetings
☑ Improve financial clarity and decision-making
☑ Offer expertise scalable to your business needs
4. How can a fractional CFO help startups and SaaS companies?
They help by:
☑ Tracking ARR, MRR, CAC, and LTV metrics
☑ Improving cash flow and budgeting
☑ Preparing for fundraising or investor reporting
☑ Offering strategic advice for scaling
5. How is a fractional CFO different from an accountant?
An accountant handles bookkeeping and compliance. A fractional CFO goes beyond the numbers to:
☑ Provide strategic financial insights
☑ Plan for growth and profitability
☑ Lead actionable client meetings with clear guidance
6. When should a business hire a fractional CFO?
Consider hiring a fractional CFO if your business:
☑ Is growing and needs financial strategy
☑ Wants to optimize profits and cash flow
☑ Needs fundraising or investor support
☑ Is outgrowing basic bookkeeping services
7. How do I get started?
☑ Book an initial consultation to discuss your goals
☑ Enroll in 6-week sprint to achieve quick wins and establish monthly metrics
☑ Engage in monthly check-ins for insights, KPI tracking, and actionable recommendations
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