Fractional CFO Services for Startups & Scale-Ups
From capital raising and cashflow forecasting to board reporting and growth planning – our CFO support gives you clarity, confidence, and control as you scale.
On-demand CFO services without the price tag
There comes a point in every startup journey where the numbers stop being simple. Maybe you’re getting ready to raise capital, expand into a new market, or explore an exit. Maybe growth is happening fast — and it’s starting to feel like your finances are running to catch up.
That’s when a fractional CFO makes sense. We give you senior-level finance support tailored to what your business needs right now – forecasts, strategy, board reporting, investor prep – without the cost or commitment of a full-time hire. It’s financial clarity, when it counts most.
- Expert support
- Startup specialists
- Be investor-ready
- Expand globally
- No hidden fees
Startup founders ♥ Standard Ledger
Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our clients have to say about working with us.
“Closing our £2.5m round with Octopus Ventures was a huge milestone for HealsGood AI. Standard Ledger were instrumental throughout the process – helping us stay investor-ready, manage due diligence and present a clear financial story. They brought real structure and focus, which made a complex raise feel controlled and achievable. Having that level of financial leadership on our side gave us the confidence to move fast and negotiate from a position of strength.”
Jack Henderson
“Standard Ledger was incredibly helpful in reviewing and modelling our finances. Thanks to their support, we reshaped our strategy and identified areas for growth. We are now ready for expansion into new sports and markets.”
Iggy Jovanovic
“John and the team have really understood our R&D story from day one, and have always had a plan for it. We’re in the third year of working together now, and it’s been really great.”
Nadun Hennayaka
“We didn’t hesitate to outsource our Company set up to Standard Ledger. Knowing that they’ll let us know what’s needed, where to sign and what to do is a huge weight off our shoulders. Our bank even commented on how well set up our documentation was!”
Gemma Clancy
“Having Standard Ledger manage bookkeeping has freed up a lot of time. It means I spend less time worrying about money and more time thinking about the bigger picture.”
Jock Lawrence
“For me, having CFO support has been vital for everything from insurance documents to financial modelling, and strategic advice and guidance. Working with Remco and Mike has transformed my knowledge personally, and also enabled us to grow safely. We wouldn’t have been able to do it without them.”
Charlie Hamer
Built for founders, not just finance.
More than just ‘virtual CFO services’ – we’re your strategic finance partner, helping you raise capital, extend runway, and scale with confidence.
Clarity from chaos
You’ve got product to build, people to hire and numbers flying everywhere. We help you cut through the noise with a clear financial strategy, aligned with what matters most right now – and what’s coming next.
Models that work
Our forecasts and models aren’t for show. They’re practical tools that help you understand burn rate, hiring decisions, cashflow, and investor conversations. No fluff. Just numbers that work as hard as you do.
Your CFO, on call
Need strategic finance help but not ready for a full-time CFO? Whether you’re raising capital, getting investor-ready, or tightening up your financial operations, we bring senior-level insight without the big price tag. Flexible, founder-focused.
Insight not hindsight
We don’t just tell you what happened – we help you spot what’s coming. From scenario planning to “what if?” modelling, we’ll help you move faster and make sharper decisions as your startup grows.
Choose the CFO package that suits you (and change if you need to).
Grow
Launch your company the right way – fast, reliable & built for startups from day one.
- Monthly P&L, accounts payable and receivable
- Monthly performance review
- Monthly reporting pack incl. forward cashflows
- Monthly CFO meeting on forward cashflows
- Updating of forecasts
- Fortnightly check in
- 4 hrs/month CFO support
Grow+
Stay compliant as you grow – we’ll handle filings and updates so you don’t have to.
- Monthly P&L, accounts payable and receivable
- Monthly performance review
- Monthly reporting pack incl. forward cashflows
- Monthly CFO meeting on forward cashflows
- Updating of forecasts
- Weekly check in
- 8 hrs/month CFO support
Partner
Protect your privacy and meet ASIC requirements with a registered address.
- Financial reporting and forecasting from Grow+ package
- Rolling 12-month cashflow forecast
- Monthly analysis of actuals and performance against budget for Board reports
- Key metric and KPI reporting (working with your systems)
- Min. half day/week with you
Need a Fractional CFO for something specific?
Sometimes you need help from a CFO service on the fly or as part of a specific activity, like capital raising. Our experience in angel investing, venture capital and startups means we know what investors are looking for and how to prepare you by:
- Reporting Systems: We’ll set up clear and actionable financial reporting.
- Pitch Deck Financials: We’ll make your financials investor-ready.
- Financial Memorandums: We’ll prepare or review detailed financial documents.
- Valuations: We’ll conduct valuations for early-stage funding.
- Cap Tables: We’ll create and prepare comprehensive cap tables.
- Due Diligence Prep: We’ll get you ready for investor scrutiny.
- We also work with businesses looking to make acquisitions and venture capital firms undertaking due diligence on potential investments.
- Our pricing is transparent and tailored to your needs. Whenever possible, we’ll provide a fixed fee proposal upfront, so you know exactly what to expect.
Meet our Fractional CFO team.
Remco
Co-founder + CFO
Remco has worked with startups and fast-growing SMEs as a CFO for about 15 years, following four years in venture capital and 10 years in multinational consulting/services firms. He’s also our co-founder and CEO, so he knows a thing or two about running a business.
Michael
Co-founder + CFO
Mike is a uniquely skilled CFO with experience in big accounting firms and startups. His knowledge of tax structuring and financial modelling helps our startup clients expand and he has supported many through capital raising. He’s also our co-founder, along with Remco.
Thomas
Client CFO
Thomas is an experienced financial controller. He’s a goal-oriented people person who believes in the power of the startup community to kick goals together.
Anne
Senior Analyst
As an experienced financial modeller and team lead, Anne works with our clients to build financial forecasts that provide clear operational visibility and key insights. If there’s something specific you need to know about your finances, Anne is your person.
Caicy
Team Lead
Caicy is an integral part of our team, supporting our bookkeeping, tax, accounting and CFO services. She works with our accounting clients, and leads our back-office support team to run smoother than a warm knife through butter.
Kirsten
Financial Analyst
Kirsten is a financial all-rounder with experience in audit and capital markets and a passion for using numbers to drive growth and shake up the status quo. That’s why she joined our team and why she’ll be an asset to yours.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a bookkeeper and a CFO service?
A bookkeeper tracks your day-to-day transactions, while a fractional CFO provides strategic financial guidance to help you scale. Think of it this way: bookkeeping keeps your records straight, but CFO support helps you make smart decisions about fundraising, cashflow forecasting and growth planning – without the cost of a full-time hire.
When is the right time to bring in a CFO?
If you are raising capital, expanding into new markets or your finances are getting messy as you grow, it is the right time to bring in CFO support. Our fractional CFO services give you senior-level financial expertise exactly when you need it, without the big price tag or commitment of hiring someone full time.
How much does fractional CFO support cost for Australian startups?
Our CFO packages start from $2,200 per month for the Grow package (4 hours of CFO support), $3,600 per month for Grow+ (8 hours) and from $5,500 per month for the Partner package (minimum half day per week). All prices exclude GST, and we keep everything transparent with no hidden fees or surprises.
Can you help us prepare for fundraising in Australia?
Absolutely. Helping founders get investor-ready is a big part of what we do. We’ll help you with pitch deck financials, financial memorandums, valuations, cap tables and due diligence prep. Our team has experience in angel investing and venture capital, so we know exactly what Australian investors are looking for.
What do I actually get with a fractional CFO package?
Depending on your package, you’ll get monthly P&Ls, cashflow forecasts, performance reviews, financial modelling and regular CFO meetings. We also help with board reporting, KPI tracking and rolling 12-month forecasts – basically, all the financial clarity and strategic thinking you need to grow confidently without the full-time CFO overhead.
CFO thinking, when and how you need it
Whether you’re raising, expanding, or just growing fast – our fractional CFO services give you the clarity and control to move forward with confidence.