Fractional CFO Jobs
Browse 119 open fractional CFO positions. Find roles in financial strategy, fundraising, cash flow management, and board reporting.
Observed 2025-10-23 through 2026-08-20. Employer-posted evidence is descriptive, not a promise of what any engagement will pay.
Fractional CFO opportunities and market data
Use this hub to compare live fractional CFO jobs, compensation ranges, remote availability, and current demand for fundraising, forecasting, and board reporting experience.
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Compensation Overview
Based on 13 currently active fractional CFO listings with disclosed compensation. Data is refreshed with each job-feed build:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Average Hourly Range | $93 - $124/hr |
| Floor (Lowest Reported) | $3/hr |
| Ceiling (Highest Reported) | $275/hr |
| Listings with Comp Data | 13 of 119 |
Rates vary by engagement type (retainer vs project), industry, and scope of work. See our salary benchmarks page for detailed breakdowns.
Current Fractional CFO Job Listings
| Position | Company | Location | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Evolution Consulting Partners | Bavaria, Germany | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO/Controller | Olympic Veterinary | Renton, WA, US Remote | $2,000-$4,000/mo |
| Chief Financial Officer | Zeni | Remote (USA only) Remote | Not disclosed |
| Chief Financial Officer | Pink Elephant | Remote Remote | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO - Take Charge. Make Impact. | Prosper CFO | Austin, TX | Not disclosed |
| Chief Financial Officer | SleekEZ | Onsite (Billings, MT only) | Not disclosed |
| Interim Group CFO | Mackie Myers | Birmingham, England, UK | Not disclosed |
| Chief Financial Officer | Wharton Arts | Onsite (NYC only) | $92-$103/hr |
| Chief Financial Officer | Product.ai | Remote Remote | $125-$175/hr |
| Interim CFO – Finance Transformation & Build | NEXON Electric Fence | Târgu Mureş, Mureş, Romania | Not disclosed |
| Interim CFO | Aston Carter | USA (Waterbury, CT) | $70-$90/hr |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | s1jobs | UK (Glasgow) Remote | Not disclosed |
| Principal, CFO Advisory | Baker Tilly US | USA (Tewksbury, MA) | Not disclosed |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Ledgent | USA (Remote) Remote | $55-$80/hr |
| Chief Financial Officer (Fractional) | Wharton Arts | USA (Berkeley Heights, NJ) | Not disclosed |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Trinity House Group | UK (West Midlands) | $60-$80/hr |
| Fractional CFO (Path to Group CFO) | Global Digital Group | UK (Hybrid) | Not disclosed |
| Fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Hands-On, Strategic Operator | CAP3 | USA (Wilmington, NC) | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | DRDA, LLC | USA (Remote) Remote | $55-$96/hr |
| Fractional Chief Financial Officer | Allied Talent Partners | Not disclosed | |
| Fractional CFO - London/Johannesburg | William Scott Associates | Greater London, England, UK | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | Foundation Recruiting and Consulting | Not disclosed | |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | SRM Recruitment | West Sussex, England, UK | Not disclosed |
| Chief Financial Officer | Mining Contractor | Globe 24-7 | Gauteng, South Africa | Not disclosed |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Korn Ferry | Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | Robert Half | Cardiff, Wales, UK | Not disclosed |
| Chief Financial Officer (Part time) | ALT Trust | Abingdon-On-Thames, England, UK | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | VisionPath CFO, LLC | USA (Remote) Remote | $150-$150/hr |
| Interim CFO – Architecture & Engineering | S+H Search | USA (Dallas, TX) | Not disclosed |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Board Match-Up | Not disclosed | |
| Virtual CFO | Anders | Not disclosed | |
| Senior Manager, CFO Advisory - Strategic Finance & Interim Finance Leadership | Cherry Bekaert | Not disclosed | |
| Fractional CFO - M&A | Sustainable Resources | Series A | Zanda | UK (London) | Not disclosed |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Pearse Portfolio | County Limerick, Ireland | Not disclosed |
| FP&A & Virtual CFO | MYCPE ONE | Not disclosed | |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Value Driven Solutions | Remote, US Remote | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | Amitours | Not disclosed | |
| Outsourced CFO | CFO Simplified | Chicago, IL, US Remote | $3-$75/hr |
| Fractional CFO | Innovative Climate-Tech Scale-Up | Bristol | Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp | Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom | Not disclosed |
| Directeur Financier à temps partagé (CFO/DAF Part-Time) H/F- Nantes | 2CGroup | Nantes, Pays de la Loire, France | Not disclosed |
| CFO Advisor | A SaaS for Accounting Firms | Remote (worldwide) Remote | $200-$250/hr |
| Part Time / Fractional Group CFO | Thundercat Industries Ltd | Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom | Not disclosed |
| Strategic Finance Lead (Fractional CFO Services + AI) | QuantFi | Not disclosed | |
| Fractional CFO / Part-Time Controller — Real Estate, Construction & Property Management | Thrive Real Estate Group | Tempe, AZ, US | $78,091-$94,046/yr |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | E78 Talent | Lewisville, TX | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | Kforce Inc | Rockville, MD | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO (Construction) | Level Workforce | Atlanta, GA | Not disclosed |
| Part-time CFO | Boly:Welch | Portland, OR | Not disclosed |
| Fractional CFO | Novel Ventures | Remote, US Remote | $200-$275/hr |
| Interim Chief Financial Officer | Highspring | Tennessee, United States | Not disclosed |
View all 119 Fractional CFO listings →
Skills in Demand
The most requested skills and competencies in fractional CFO job listings:
What Is a Fractional CFO?
A Fractional CFO is a senior financial executive who works with companies on a part-time or contract basis, typically 10-20 hours per week. Rather than committing to a single full-time role, fractional CFOs bring their expertise to multiple companies simultaneously. They handle the same strategic functions as a full-time CFO: financial planning and analysis, cash flow management, fundraising support, board reporting, and financial controls.
Companies hire fractional CFOs when they need financial leadership beyond what a bookkeeper or controller can provide, but before they can justify a full-time hire at $250K-$400K in total compensation. This typically happens between $2M and $30M in annual revenue, though the exact threshold depends on industry complexity and growth velocity.
The fractional CFO model has grown significantly because it gives companies access to experienced financial leaders who have often served as full-time CFOs at larger companies. A startup paying $8,000-$15,000 per month for a fractional CFO gets the same caliber of advice that much larger companies pay $300K+ annually to receive.
How Fractional CFO Engagements Work
Fractional CFO engagements typically fall into three structures. Monthly retainers are the most common, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 per month for 10-20 hours of work per week. This provides consistent access and ongoing financial leadership. Project-based engagements are used for defined scopes like fundraising preparation, financial system implementation, or M&A due diligence, and typically run 2-6 months. Hourly arrangements, usually $150-$350 per hour, work for advisory relationships where the company needs periodic guidance rather than ongoing involvement.
Most fractional CFO engagements last 6-18 months. Some companies use a fractional CFO as a bridge until they are ready to hire full-time, while others maintain the arrangement for years. Compensation is typically structured as a monthly retainer with a defined weekly time commitment. Equity is sometimes included, particularly with early-stage startups, though cash-only arrangements are more common.
Who Hires Fractional CFOs?
The most common hiring profile is a growth-stage startup between Series A and Series C that needs financial rigor for investor reporting, cash flow management, and fundraising preparation. These companies have outgrown their bookkeeper or controller but are not yet at the scale where a full-time CFO is the right investment.
Private equity portfolio companies also frequently hire fractional CFOs, often to install financial controls and reporting after an acquisition. Companies preparing for exit need CFO-level oversight for due diligence preparation. Small and mid-market businesses in the $5M-$30M revenue range that need sophisticated financial planning, tax strategy, or FP&A capabilities round out the typical buyer profile.
Career Path to Fractional CFO
Most fractional CFOs have 10-20 years of full-time finance leadership experience before going fractional. Common backgrounds include Big 4 accounting, corporate FP&A, startup CFO roles, and investment banking. The transition typically happens mid-career when professionals want a portfolio career with more autonomy and variety.
Strong fractional CFO candidates have experience across multiple industries and company stages. Technical skills in financial modeling, ERP systems, and board reporting are table stakes. What differentiates top fractional CFOs is the ability to quickly assess a company's financial health, prioritize the highest-impact improvements, and communicate financial strategy to non-finance executives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Fractional CFO do?
A Fractional CFO provides part-time financial leadership including financial planning and analysis, cash flow management, fundraising support, board reporting, tax strategy, and financial controls. They typically work 10-20 hours per week and serve multiple companies simultaneously.
How much does a Fractional CFO cost?
Fractional CFO rates typically range from $150 to $350 per hour, or $5,000 to $15,000 per month on retainer. Annual cost is generally $60,000 to $180,000, compared to $250,000 to $400,000 for a full-time CFO with benefits and equity.
How many hours per week does a Fractional CFO work?
Most fractional CFO engagements run 10-20 hours per week, with the exact commitment depending on company complexity and immediate needs. Hours may flex higher during fundraising rounds, board meetings, or year-end close.
When should a company hire a Fractional CFO?
Companies typically hire a fractional CFO when they reach $2M-$10M in revenue and need financial leadership beyond a bookkeeper or controller. Common triggers include preparing for a fundraise, needing board-level financial reporting, managing complex cash flow, or preparing for M&A activity.
What is the difference between a Fractional CFO and a full-time CFO?
A fractional CFO provides the same strategic financial leadership as a full-time CFO but works part-time (10-20 hours per week) across multiple companies. The trade-off is less daily availability in exchange for lower cost and access to a broader range of experience across industries and company stages.
How long does a Fractional CFO engagement last?
Most fractional CFO engagements last 6-18 months. Some serve as a bridge until the company is ready to hire a full-time CFO, while others continue for years. Project-based engagements for specific needs like fundraising preparation typically run 2-6 months.
What qualifications should a Fractional CFO have?
Look for 10+ years of finance leadership experience, CPA or MBA credentials, and direct experience at companies similar to yours in stage and complexity. Prior full-time CFO experience, fundraising track record, and familiarity with your industry's financial nuances are strong indicators of fit.
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