Hire a fractional CFO in London.

Hire a fractional CFO for your SME

Are you in need of a fractional CFO in London or surrounding areas? At The Finance People, we offer access to experienced finance professionals on an affordable, flexible basis. Get in touch to arrange your initial consultation and find the right finance expert for your business.

Why invest in a fractional CFO in London?

Whether you’re looking to scale your business, raise funds, get a better understanding of your financial management information or look after your cash flow; our team of experienced fractional CFOs can help. Investing in a fractional CFO will give you direction, peace of mind and results.

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  • It’s not just about getting the job done - it’s about finding the right personality to integrate into your team. That’s why we strive to always align you with the perfect match. Would you invite them to a BBQ at your home? If not, they’re the wrong person for you.

  • it can be a challenge to find a verified expert who fulfils your expectations - on your requirements & budget. That’s why we’ve done the hard work for you. We’ve built a solid team of experts that are experienced and reliable, to ensure you’re getting an expert every time.

  • We understand that many SME businesses don’t often need full-time Finance employees, and many also do not have the budget for the expert-level they require. We offer cost-effective solutions that ensure you find the right person for the right price.

  • As a business owner or entrepreneur, it can be hard to know your next step when you hit a wall in business. Investing in a flexible finance expert, particularly a fractional CFO, will provide you with the strategic know-how and confidence to find gaps, invest in weaker areas and take that next step.

  • All our solutions are bespoke to your requirements - we have no ready-made packages available. Our process includes an in-depth business audit and a deep-dive consultation to ensure we are matching you up with the plan and person that is right for you.

Worried your fractional CFO will constantly change?

Here at The Finance People, you'll work with one dedicated finance expert to help your business reach its goals. From your initial consultation, we'll be looking to introduce you to the perfect fit finance professional who has the right experience and is the ideal fit for your business. You'll never be passed between our team and you'll establish a relationship with your fractional expert over the months working together.

I need my fractional CFO to be the perfect fit.

When it comes to finances, your relationship matters. That’s why at The Finance People, you’ll never have to compromise a fractional CFO with the right candidate. Our mission is to match you with the ‘perfect fit’, guaranteeing a seamless extension of your board or your finance team. Our finance expert will integrate into your business, not the other way around.

How our fractional CFOs can help you

  • Cash Flow Management

    Often stressed from the unnecessary strain cash flows put on your SME? Our fractional CFOs help you forecast your cashflow and act on investment opportunities to make cash flow stresses a thing of the past.

  • Exit Planning

    Preparing to sell your business? Let’s help you to exit in the most prime position possible. Exit planning is crucial to increase the value of your company, and our fractional CFOs can help you achieve precisely that.

  • Risk Management & Forecasting

    Neglecting risk analysis could leave your business vulnerable to unforeseen challenges. Our fractional CFOs are well equipped to identify hidden risks and creating robust risk management strategies to safeguard your business' future.

  • Management Information

    Your SME may or may not be guilty of overlooking data collection and analysis during its early stages, but as it grows, it becomes indispensable for achieving sustained success, something our fractional CFOs can support you with.

  • Profitability

    Future-proof your SME with a dedicated fractional CFO or part-time finance expert. They’ll oversee your profitability and financial strategies, securing further longevity for your business.

  • Raising Funds

    If you're seeking to raise funds to boost your business's financial health, our fractional CFOs offer expert guidance. With extensive experience in securing SME investments, they'll help navigate fundraising intricacies for your growth.

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Why choose The Finance People?

  • Ultimate Flexibility

    Require maternity cover? Don’t need a full-time CFO? Our fractional CFOs have got you covered.

  • No Need to Employ

    Our experts are employed by us, so you save on training costs, pension, maternity, holiday & sick pay, onboarding fees and more.

  • The Perfect Fit

    Your finance expert will be hand-selected for your needs, whether it's a flexible finance manager for a project or a fractional CFO.

  • A Seamless Process

    We get to know your needs in our business deep-dive, before we pair you with your hand-selected finance expert.

Hire a fractional CFO for your SME

We’re a collective of expert finance professionals looking to become your long-term partner for financial and business success.

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  • A Fractional Finance Director, also known as a part-time Finance Director or Chief Financial Officer, offers the expertise of a seasoned financial professional on a flexible, as-needed basis.

    Unlike a full-time position, where you hire someone for a fixed number of hours per week, a fractional FD or CFO allows you to access top-tier financial leadership tailored to your specific needs and budget.

  • If your business requires strategic financial guidance but can't justify the expense of a full-time CFO or FD, a fractional FD/CFO could be the perfect solution.

    Whether you're facing complex financial challenges, seeking to optimise financial processes, or planning for growth, our FDs/CFOs can provide the expertise and support you need, efficiently and effectively.

  • All our Flexible Finance Professionals are vetted and qualified for the role. A simple check of our reviews and testimonials will help you see how successful we are at matching the right professional with your business.

    Further, all our Flexible Finance Professionals at The Finance People have previous experience with The Big Four and use their first-class experience working in large corporate companies to provide expert financial guidance to SMEs.

    Our goal is to provide you with Finance People who feel like a safe pair of hands to guide your business in the world of finance. We use the BBQ test to find the perfect culture fit, in other words, if you wouldn’t invite the FD to your family BBQ then they are not a good fit!

  • All of our Fractional Finance Directors come with experience from leading accounting firms, 'The Big Four,' and the fundamental principles and techniques they employ are universally applicable across industries, so we don’t feel it’s necessary for them to have experience in your specific industry.

    At The Finance People, we excel in matching the ideal candidate to your budget, skill prerequisites, and alignment with your business culture.

  • Our services run monthly, so you are never contracted for more than a month at a time, making The Finance People a flexible solution for your business needs.

  • To get started, simply reach out to us to arrange your initial consultation. During this consultation, we'll discuss your business needs, budget and specific requirements for a Fractional Finance Director. Based on this information, we'll recommend suitable candidates for you to consider.

  • The cost of hiring a Fractional Finance Director depends on factors such as the level of experience, the scope of responsibilities and the number of hours required each month.

    We'll work closely with you to tailor a solution that fits your budget while ensuring you receive the expertise you need for success.

  • With the part-time flexible resource model, you will not have to pay any holiday, sickness, or pension costs. In instances such as sickness, accident, or maternity, The Finance People will provide cover for your appointed expert. This is because your finance professional is not officially employed by your business.

  • Absolutely, our service is designed to be flexible. If your business needs change over time, we can adjust the terms of your fractional FD arrangement to ensure it continues to meet your requirements effectively.

  • We understand the importance of having support in place swiftly. Therefore, once we have a clear understanding of your needs and preferences, we'll work efficiently to match you with a suitable Fractional Finance Director as soon as possible, typically within a short timeframe. If you require support before a designated date, please stipulate this in your initial consultation so we can take this into account when identifying your perfect match.