Navigate the Challenges of Growth With Fractional FD Services.

Ready to take your business to the next level but not ready for the cost of a full-time FD? At iFD we offer tailored Part-time or Fractional Financial Director services who deliver the financial expertise and strategic leadership you need—flexibly and affordably.

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Hiring a Fractional FD For Your Business?

Are you looking to scale your business but cannot justify the commitment or cost of a full-time FD? At iFD, we offer tailored Fractional FD services. Whether you’re a startup, a scaleup or an established business, our innovative and highly experienced FDs provide the financial and commercial support necessary to drive your business forward.

Our network of industry-experienced FDs can work with you on a schedule that suits your business—a few days a week, a few days a month, or for a specific project. We match the right fractional, part-time, or outsourced FD from your industry sector with your business needs, ensuring you get the most value from this flexible service.

Why Choose a Fractional FD for Your Business?

Hiring a Part-time or Fractional Financial Director provides businesses with cost-effective access to experienced, knowledgeable and commercially astute financial leadership. This approach delivers strategic finance expertise during critical times without the expense or commitment of a full-time hire. Fractional FDs bring extensive industry experience, fresh perspectives, best practices, and valuable contacts to drive innovation and efficiency. The role is flexible and tailored to meet your business’s specific needs as you grow. Choosing a Fractional FD, gives you a strategic partner dedicated to helping your business to thrive.

What does a Fractional FD do?

A Fractional FD provides essential financial management and oversight tailored to your business’s needs. They focus on areas such as budgeting, financial forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting, ensuring that your day-to-day financial operations are running smoothly and efficiently. With their deep industry experience, they introduce practical solutions and best practices to enhance your financial processes, streamline operations, and improve profitability. A Fractional FD also plays a key role in maintaining financial discipline, managing cost controls, and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, which is crucial for internal decision-making and external compliance. Whether engaged on a part-time basis or for specific projects, a Fractional FD becomes a critical partner in sustaining your business’s financial health and supporting its growth objectives.

What to Consider When Hiring a Fractional FD?

When hiring a Fractional FD, assessing their experience and alignment with your business needs is crucial. Look for a FD with a proven track record in your industry, as they’ll bring relevant insights and successful strategies to your company and be familiar with your sector’s regulatory framework. Consider their ability to integrate with your existing team and if they can offer the flexibility your business requires—whether for a few days a week, a few days a month or just for a specific project. Evaluate their approach to problem-solving and strategic planning and ensure they can provide the financial leadership needed for your particular challenges and goals. Finally, clarity on the scope of their role and expected outcomes will ensure a successful partnership that drives your business forward.

How We Tailor FD Solutions to Your Business Needs.

Understand Your Business Needs

We begin by carefully listening to your specific requirements and gaining a deep understanding of your business challenges and goals.

Develop a Custom Strategy

We craft a tailored plan that outlines how iFD’s expertise can best support your financial needs and drive your business forward.

Connect You with the Right FD

We match you with a highly qualified FD whose experience and skills align with your unique needs, ensuring a seamless and effective partnership.

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Get the financial expertise your business needs to grow and thrive with a Fractional FD. Start the process today and drive your business towards financial success.

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Why You Should Choose iFD For Your Fractional FD.

We Have You Covered

Our UK-wide network of FDs ensures we can meet your financial needs wherever you are located. Our FDs bring extensive experience across multiple industry sectors, including technology, construction, biotech, e-commerce and energy. Additionally, we have specialist expertise in exit planning, fundraising, budgeting and forecasting and management reporting. We connect businesses with top-tier financial talent, helping start-ups and SMEs thrive and grow in a competitive market.

Behind every iFD FD is a team of specialists

As part of the Dains group of companies, a PE-backed business advisory firm, behind every iFD FD is a team of accounting and HR professionals as well as a team of 600+ other finance professionals. This means iFD clients can access a wide range of additional expertise from accounting, HR, tax planning and advice, fundraising, exit planning, corporate finance and everything in between. Unlike agencies, we are a consultancy dedicated to tailoring our services to meet your specific business challenges, delivering personalised and strategic financial solutions.

We Are trusted By Our Clients.

Robin, MinaTherapeutics

“Isosceles has been a vital partner since 2019. Their support includes a Fractional FD with extensive biotech sector experience and regulatory knowledge, a team of fractional accounting professionals, access to an HR consultant, a dedicated payroll team, whilst liaising with specialist tax advisors skilled in producing complex R&D tax credit claims. Their flexible services and highly experienced teams have been invaluable to our success.”

Mario: CEO, The Flavour Trailer

“Working with our fractional CFO has completely transformed our approach to financial management. The detailed cash flow forecasts and strategic financial models they’ve developed have given us a clear roadmap for growth. This newfound ability to plan effectively has not only improved our decision-making but has also directly contributed to doubling our revenue. It’s been a game changer for The Flavour Trailer.”

Frequently Asked Questions.

How does a fractional or part-time FD differ from a full-time FD?

A fractional FD offers the same level of expertise and strategic financial guidance as a full-time FD but on a part-time basis. This arrangement is ideal for businesses that don’t require a full-time FD or want to avoid the expense of hiring one. You gain access to top-tier financial skills tailored to your needs, with the flexibility to scale services up or down as your business evolves.

How do I know if my business needs a fractional FD?

If your business is growing and encountering operational or financial management challenges but isn’t ready for a full-time FD, a Fractional FD could be the ideal solution. Indicators that you might need one include difficulties in managing cash flow, the need for more accurate and timely financial forecasts, or preparing for internal projects like system upgrades or operational restructuring. A Fractional FD provides the financial management expertise you need, exactly when you need it, ensuring your business continues to run efficiently and profitably.

Can a fractional FD work with my existing finance team?

Yes, a Fractional FD can seamlessly integrate with your existing finance team. Their role is to strengthen the team’s capabilities by offering hands-on management, mentoring, and guidance. They collaborate closely with your team to optimise financial processes, enhance cost control measures, and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting. This partnership ensures that your finance team is well-supported, and that your business benefits from the practical, day-to-day financial oversight that drives better operational performance without disrupting routine activities.

How quickly can a fractional FD start working with my business?

A Fractional FD can typically begin working with your business within a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on their availability and your specific needs. The onboarding process involves a thorough understanding of your business operations, reviewing current financial processes, and setting clear objectives. This swift deployment is one of the key advantages of hiring a Fractional FD, enabling you to address pressing financial management challenges or capitalise on opportunities for operational improvement without delay.

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