Fractional CFO

Ascent CFO Solutions • Denver, CO

2d • $120 - $140 • Remote

About The Position

Fractional CFO - Ascent CFO Solutions
What if the next chapter of your executive career didn’t come with 80-hour weeks or office politics? Imagine stepping into the CFO seat exactly when you choose. Partnering with fast-growing companies that actively crave your expertise, driving their financial strategy, and then closing your laptop to enjoy the lifestyle you’ve earned. Ascent CFO Solutions is expanding our bench of elite financial leaders who are ready to trade the corporate grind for high-impact, fractional engagements across a diverse portfolio, from early-stage startups to VC- and PE-backed companies scaling past $50M.
The Role: Impact Without the Overhead
As a Fractional CFO, you aren't just an advisor—you are a catalyst for growth. You will step in as a trusted strategic partner (and occasionally be a hands-on builder), tailoring your approach to what each client needs.

Requirements

• Executive Track Record: 15–20+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 5 years in a true CFO seat.
• The Right Hand Factor: You are a strategic visionary, not just a spreadsheet steward. You know how to translate complex data into an actionable business strategy for CEOs.
• Dealmaking Muscle: Proven, hands-on experience navigating venture capital fundraising and leading M&A deals from inception to integration.
• Industry Agility: Comfortable pivoting across diverse sectors like Tech, SaaS, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Real Estate.
• Willingness to Build: While you operate at the highest strategic level, you aren't afraid to roll up your sleeves and dive into QBO, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct when a client needs it.
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Advanced mastery of Excel is non-negotiable

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA are highly preferred.
• Google Sheets proficiency is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Advisory: Partnering directly with CEOs and executive teams to design, pressure-test, and execute financial strategies.
• Capital & Advisory Strategy: Leading clients through fundraising rounds and M&A transactions, from initial valuation and due diligence to seamless post-merger integration.
• Financial Architecture: Constructing robust financial models, dynamic rolling forecasts, agile cash-flow projections, and KPI dashboards that leadership teams actually look forward to reviewing.
• Governance & Leadership: Presenting high-impact financial narratives to Boards and shareholders, while providing oversight to internal or client-side accounting teams.
• Operational Excellence: Modernizing accounting processes, internal controls, and overseeing audit/tax readiness.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (available to all employees averaging 25+ hours/week).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Lucrative bonus structures and commission eligibility for business development efforts.
• Quarterly professional development stipends and dedicated technology allowances.
• Paid sick time, holiday time, and volunteer time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive