Fractional CFO for Startups - and What You Can Start With Today
Startups typically bring in a fractional CFO around Series A. Here's what that costs, and what to start with before then.
When Startups Typically Bring in a Fractional CFO
Stage-based framing - usually triggered by a fundraise, a board request, or the founder losing visibility into burn.
What Early-Stage Startups Actually Need First
Distinguishes early-stage needs from later-stage needs.
Burn Tracking
Knowing exactly how much cash is going out each month.
Runway Visibility
Knowing how many months of cash remain at the current pace.
Basic Reporting
A simple, accurate view of the numbers for founders and early investors.
What the Best Fractional CFO Providers for Startups Charge
Pricing benchmarks specific to startup-focused providers, typically at the higher end of the fractional-CFO range.
Starting With Thing, Adding a Human Later
Recommends a sequencing: Thing from day one for the mechanical work, a human fractional CFO layered in around fundraising events.
