Fractional CFO - Take Charge. Make Impact.

Prosper CFO•Austin, TX

177d•Remote

About The Position

This role is for a Fractional CFO who will operate with autonomy and confidence, backed by a solid infrastructure of systems, processes, and a team. The individual will set the direction, build the roadmap, and drive results, drawing on deep experience in accounting and finance to deliver sharp insights that move the needle on both top and bottom-line performance. A strong team of accountants and analysts will support the CFO, allowing them to focus on forward-looking, strategic, and high-impact work.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in fast-moving, high-growth environments — Controller, VP of Finance, CFO, or equivalent
A high tolerance for ambiguity and the composure to perform under pressure
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities without losing accuracy or momentum
Mastery of financial modeling, reporting, and connecting operational drivers to financial performance
Confidence presenting P&Ls, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow Statements, and complex analysis to any audience
Advanced Excel skills and fluency with cloud-based tools and AI
Independent — you don't need to be managed, you need to be trusted
Urgent — you treat every client's business like it matters, because it does
Detail-oriented — nothing slips past you
Decisive — you make the call and own the outcome
Resilient — pressure doesn't rattle you, it sharpens you

Nice To Haves

Are in Central Texas, or can easily access a major airport
Have experience in fractional or multi-client consulting roles
Have been the CFO (or similar title) of a company above $30M in revenue.

Responsibilities

Take charge of client relationships built on credibility, directness, and trust
Drive the development of business and personal financial goals — then build and execute the plan to get there
Hold clients accountable, challenge their assumptions, and deliver hard truths with confidence and respect
Prepare and present financial reports, analysis, and forecasts with precision and clarity
Move fast on high-impact decisions — securing credit lines, restructuring operations, deploying new systems — without getting lost in the weeds
Identify problems before they become crises and bring solutions, not just observations
Take initiative on business development and actively create new opportunities for the firm