Scale your finance function with a senior CFO - part-time, flexible, and cost-effective. From cash flow to fundraising, we handle the numbers so you can focus on growth.
A fractional CFO provides the same strategic financial leadership as a full-time CFO, but on a part-time basis. This model is ideal for startups and SMEs that need senior finance expertise but cannot justify or afford a full-time hire. At Iter Advisors, our fractional CFOs typically work 2-8 days per month and cover:
13-week rolling forecasts, scenario analysis, and real-time dashboards to ensure you never run out of cash.
Financial models, pitch deck support, data room preparation, and investor due diligence for Seed to Series B rounds.
Monthly board packs, KPI dashboards, and management reporting tailored to your investors and stakeholders.
Pricing strategy, unit economics, budget planning, and financial modeling for growth decisions.
Supervision of bookkeeping, tax compliance, and annual closing. We work with your accountant or bring our own.
Financial due diligence for acquisitions, vendor due diligence for exits, and post-merger integration support.
| Criteria | Fractional CFO | Full-time CFO |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | EUR 2,000 - 8,000 | EUR 10,000 - 15,000+ |
| Commitment | Flexible, month-to-month | 12-24 month contract + equity |
| Availability | 2-8 days/month | Full-time, 5 days/week |
| Experience | Multi-company, cross-sector | Deep single-company focus |
| Best for | Startups, SMEs, pre-Series B | Scale-ups, post-Series B |
| Ramp-up time | 1-2 weeks | 3-6 months recruitment |
You are preparing a fundraising round (Seed, Series A, Series B)
Your cash runway is less than 12 months and you need visibility
You are scaling past EUR 1M ARR and need proper financial controls
Investors or board members are asking for professional reporting
You are considering an acquisition or preparing for an exit
Your bookkeeper handles transactions but you lack strategic finance
You need to optimize unit economics before your next growth phase
You are expanding internationally and need multi-country finance
We have supported startups and SMEs across SaaS, e-commerce, fintech, deeptech, and professional services.
Barcelona, Paris, and Toulouse. We combine local expertise with cross-border financial management.
Pennylane, Agicap, Stripe, Power BI, Notion. We automate your finance function with the best tools.
Over 50 fundraising rounds supported, from pre-seed to Series B, with a combined EUR 200M+ raised.
Our team operates in French, English, and Spanish - ideal for international startups based in France or Spain.
No long-term lock-in. Start with 2 days/month and scale up as your needs grow. Cancel anytime.
A fractional CFO is a senior finance professional who works part-time for your company, typically 2-8 days per month. You get C-level financial expertise without the cost of a full-time hire (salary, benefits, equity). Fractional CFOs handle cash flow forecasting, fundraising, board reporting, and strategic financial planning.
Fractional CFO fees typically range from EUR 2,000 to EUR 8,000 per month depending on scope and seniority. This compares to EUR 120,000-180,000 per year for a full-time CFO. Most engagements start at 2 days per month and scale up as needed.
Key triggers include: preparing for a fundraising round (Seed, Series A, Series B), needing to improve cash flow visibility, scaling beyond EUR 1M ARR, onboarding institutional investors, or preparing for M&A due diligence.
A bookkeeper records transactions and maintains ledgers. A fractional CFO provides strategic financial leadership: cash flow forecasting, KPI dashboards, fundraising support, investor relations, and financial modeling. They work alongside your bookkeeper or accountant.
Yes. Fundraising support is one of the most common reasons startups hire a fractional CFO. They build financial models, prepare data rooms, create investor presentations, and support due diligence. At Iter Advisors, we have supported over 50 fundraising rounds.
Both. Our fractional CFOs are based in Barcelona, Paris, and Toulouse. We work on-site when needed (board meetings, investor meetings) and remotely for day-to-day financial management. We use modern tools like Pennylane, Agicap, and Notion for seamless collaboration.
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