Navigate and Strengthen Your Finance Function with Confidence

We understand that as a founder, you’re focused on executing your vision. We help you build the critical Finance foundation and beyond as your startup progresses from Seed through subsequent Series rounds.

Startups and founders often face unique challenges regarding finance, whether it’s a lack of financial expertise on the team or how to present to the board most effectively.

At FCFO, we specialize in providing strategic financial guidance without the full-time commitment of a traditional CFO.

We address Finance challenges so you can focus on executing your vision.

  • We excel in providing a wide range of Strategic Finance services, leveraging our extensive experience in this area. Startups often face critical needs when engaging with investors, the board, and the broader company. We are well equipped to address these requirements effectively.

    • Budgeting / Long Range Plan (LRP)

    • Forecasting

    • Financial Models / Modeling

    • Unit Economics

    • Metrics

    • Raising Capital

    • Debt (venture debt and other loan products)

    • Investor Relations

    • Board Meetings

    • Board Communication / Management

    • Business Case Creation

    • ROI Analysis

    • Banking/Treasury (cash management)

    • Comp Plan Creation & Execution

  • We implement and streamline essential accounting processes and operations, focusing on accuracy and efficiency so you can focus on what you do best.

    • Month-end Close

    • Accounts Payable

    • Accounts Receivable

    • Payroll

    • Expense Policy

    • Corporate Card Program

    • Audit Guidance (approach; best practices)

    • Tax Guidance (approach; best practices)

  • Finance touches every part of your business.  We help you best insert Finance cross-functionally and provide perspective on how companies can operate more effectively, with or without Finance involvement.

    • Process Evaluation

    • RevOps

    • Deal Approval

    • Contract Review / Perspective

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The FCFO Process: How We Work with Founders

Consultation & Discovery

We begin by getting to know your startup—your vision, goals, and the Finance challenges you face. During this phase, we identify gaps and areas where we can add the most value. This ensures our services are tailored to meet your unique needs.

Planning & Implementation

Once we’ve identified the key areas of work, we develop a customized plan. This could include strategic financial planning, refining your accounting operations, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration within your team.

Execution & Optimization

Let’s get to work. Whether you’re facing more specific challenges, such as preparing for board meetings or navigating through a funding round, or you're seeking greater involvement with oversight and guidance of the Finance function, we’re here to help.

Pricing

Consultation & Discovery

Free

Don’t sweat if it takes more than an hour. We love talking startup Finance.

Project-Based

Hourly

Some have very specific needs, from financial modeling to board support. Needs and situations vary; our average hourly rate is $175.

Fractional CFO Leadership

Monthly

We become part of your team, overseeing and guiding the Finance function. Our monthly rate ranges from $5,000 to $10,000, with a minimum 3-month commitment.

Let us address your Finance challenges and better position you for success.

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