Strategic CFO Partnership for Growing Startups
Get high value and flexible CFO-level support with having to hire. We provide ongoing finance advisory for companies that are entering transformative growth stages.
Book a 30-minute Strategic Finance Consultation to discuss your CFO requirements. I'll tell you honestly if this is the right fit and timing - even if that means referring you to someone else.
Note : Limited partnerships available - currently 2 slots available
Services
Most seed-stage startups have the same finance setup:A financial controller or bookkeeper handles the day-to-day: transactions, reconciliation, month-end close & the books are clean.But who is thinking strategically about your finances :- When should we start fundraising ?
- Can we afford this hire ?
- Is our burn rate sustainable ?
- Are our unit economics actually working ?
- How do we efficiently allocate our capital ?You need strategic CFO thinking, but can't justify the cost of a full-time hire.That's where I come in.
| Strategic CFO Partnership - £3,000 - £7,000 / month |
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| Monthly Deliverables: |
| 90-minute strategic finance review |
| Board-ready financial reporting (P&L, BS, CF with commentary) |
| Rolling 13-week cashflow forecast |
| Budget vs actual variance analysis |
| Strategic recommendations & action items |
| Quarterly Deliverables: |
| Strategic planning session (hiring, pricing, capital needs) |
| Deep dive on unit economics |
| Investor reporting support |
| On-Demand: |
| Hiring ROI analysis ("can we afford this role?") |
| Pricing strategy review |
| Quick financial modeling for decisions |
| Fundraising guidance when relevant |
| Slack/email support (48hr response for strategic questions) |
| Add-Ons: pricing depending on required commitment |
| Active fundraising support |
| Board meeting attendance |
| M&A financial modeling |
Book a 30-minute Strategic Finance Consultation to discuss your CFO requirements. I'll tell you honestly if this is the right fit and timing - even if that means referring you to someone else.
Note : Limited partnerships available - currently 2 slots available
About
In 10+ Years as CFO at High-Growth Startups I've:- Scaled companies from seed to Series D
- Managed finance through multiple equity and debt fundraising rounds
- Built financial operations from scratch
- Prepared boards for exits and acquisitions
- Made the "can we afford this?" decision hundreds of timesBackground:- CFO at various scaleups
- ACA Big 4 qualified chartered accountant
- 10+ years in asset management
- 10+ years leading high-growth startupsWhat makes this different:We've built a model that gives you consistent strategic partnership at a fraction of the cost by:- Focusing purely on strategic work (no operational distraction)
- Working with a select portfolio of companies
- Leveraging pattern recognition across multiple businesses
- Being proactive, not reactive (I flag issues before you ask)>> You get better strategic thinking than a newly-hired CFO, at 1/3 the cost.
Book a 30-minute Strategic Finance Consultation to discuss your CFO requirements. I'll tell you honestly if this is the right fit and timing - even if that means referring you to someone else.
Note : Limited partnerships available - currently 2 slots available
Process
1. Free Consultation (30 minutes)
We'll discuss your current finance setup, scaling challenges, and strategic needs. I'll tell you honestly if this is the right fit and timing.2. Proposal (Same Day)
If it makes sense, I'll send a simple proposal outlining deliverables, timeline, and investment.3. Onboarding (Week 1)
- Access to your accounting system (read-only)
- Review last 12 months of financials
- Understand your business model and priorities
- Meet your FC/bookkeeper (if applicable)4. Strategic Partnership (Ongoing)
Monthly strategic reviews, quarterly planning, ad-hoc support for key decisions. You'll always know your runway, your options, and the financial implications of your choices.Commitment: Recommended 3-month minimum to deliver real value, then rolling monthly with 30-day notice.
Book a 30-minute Strategic Finance Consultation to discuss your CFO requirements. I'll tell you honestly if this is the right fit and timing - even if that means referring you to someone else.
Note : Limited partnerships available - currently 2 slots available
FAQs
Do you handle bookkeeping?
No. I work with companies that already have a financial controller or bookkeeper handling transactions and month-end. I provide the strategic CFO layer on top - the thinking, planning, and decision support.What's my time commitment?
One 90-minute monthly meeting, plus ad-hoc Slack/email for strategic questions. I'm not in your day-to-day operationsHow is this different from hiring a full-time CFO?
An early stage CFO might spend 60% of their time on operational work (month-end, payroll, compliance). You get 40% strategic thinking for £85k all-in cost. With me, you get 100% strategic focus for £60k/year. Plus I bring pattern recognition from working across multiple high-growth companies.What if we're thinking about fundraising?
Perfect timing. I help with fundraising preparation (financial model, deck review, investor questions) as part of the core service. During an active raise, I offer intensive support as an add-on for pitch practice, data room prep, and investor diligence.How long is the commitment?
No minimum but usually 3 months to deliver real value, then rolling monthly. Either party can end with 30 days notice. Most clients stay 12+ months (through their growth phase and fundraise).What if we don't have a bookkeeper yet?
I can recommend good partners. Once your books are clean and monthly management accounts are being produced, we can add the strategic layer.Do you work with companies outside London?
Yes - everything is remote-first. I work with companies across the UK. Monthly meetings are via video call.How many companies do you work with?
I limit myself to a small number of strategic partnerships. This ensures I can be responsive and proactive for each client.