A fractional CFO performs CFO-level duties, which can include: 

• Strategic Financial Planning:  
  Guiding financial strategy and developing a financial roadmap for sustainable growth. 
• Financial Oversight and Analysis:
  Transforming financial data into actionable insights and opportunities. 
• Compliance:
  Ensuring the business adheres to tax legislation, corporate governance, and regulatory requirements.  
• Risk Mitigation:  
  Identifying and addressing potential financial risks to protect the business.  
• Financial Reporting:  
  Overseeing financial reporting to provide clarity on the company's financial health.  

Fractional CFO services are particularly beneficial for: 

• Startups:
  Seeking expert financial guidance to navigate early stages and plan for expansion.  
• Small and Mid-Market Companies:  
  Those that need strategic financial expertise but can't justify the expense of a full-time CFO.  
• Growing Businesses:
  Companies that require strategic financial oversight to manage growth sustainably.  

• Cost-Effectiveness:
  Provides access to high-level financial expertise at a lower cost than a full-time CFO. 
• Scalability:
  Companies can adjust the level of support based on their evolving needs. 
• Diverse Expertise:
  Offers a fresh perspective and broad financial knowledge from working with multiple businesses.