What Is a Fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO is a senior finance executive who works with your business on a part-time or project basis, providing the strategic financial leadership of a full-time CFO at a significantly lower cost. For growing businesses that are not yet ready to hire a full-time CFO, this model delivers exceptional value.
When Do You Need a Fractional CFO?
Consider a fractional CFO if your business is:
- Preparing for a fundraising round or investor due diligence
- Experiencing rapid growth and needs financial systems to scale
- Struggling with cash flow management or working capital
- Preparing for an acquisition, merger, or exit
- Lacking the internal capacity to produce board-level financial reporting
- Navigating a complex tax or regulatory environment
What a Fractional CFO Does
Financial Strategy
- Long-term financial planning and modelling
- Capital structure optimisation
- Scenario analysis and stress testing
Investor Relations
- Investor-ready financial statements and dashboards
- Pitch deck financial sections
- Due diligence support and data room preparation
Cash Flow Management
- 13-week rolling cash flow forecasts
- Working capital optimisation
- Banking relationship management
Financial Controls
- Internal control framework design
- Month-end close process improvement
- ERP and accounting system implementation oversight
Cost Comparison
| Option | Monthly Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Full-time CFO (UAE) | AED 40,000 – 80,000 |
| Fractional CFO (MAK Advisory) | AED 8,000 – 20,000 |
| No CFO | Hidden costs in poor decisions |
How MAK Advisory Group Can Help
Our fractional CFO service gives you access to Big 4-trained finance professionals who have worked with startups, SMEs, and multinational corporations. We integrate with your team, your systems, and your goals — delivering results without the full-time overhead.