Fractional Chief Financial Officer (Part-Time)

CEFO Advisors•Albany, NY

8d•$55 - $65•Hybrid

About The Position

Fractional CFO Part-Time (Hybrid | Saratoga Springs, NY / Queensbury, NY / Albany, NY) $55-65/hour | Flexible Schedule | Exceptional Team Culture CEFO Advisors is seeking a Part-Time Fractional CFO to join our growing advisory team. This role is ideal for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working with small to mid-sized organizations, values variety in their work, and is interested in continuing to learn and grow in a collaborative, client-facing environment. With more than a decade of leadership in outsourced financial advisory services, CEFO Advisors partners with organizations across multiple industries to provide strategic financial guidance, operational insight, and forward-looking solutions. This position offers a flexible, hybrid schedule, combining remote work with time in our Saratoga Springs office and at client locations as needed. The Role: As a Part-Time Fractional CFO, you will partner directly with business owners, delivering strategic financial insights and managing high-impact projects from forecasting and systems implementation to M&A support and team development. You'll be a key player in driving growth, solving problems, and building better financial futures for our clients. You will work alongside an experienced team in a collaborative environment that encourages thoughtful problem-solving, exposure to new challenges, and continuous professional development.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of related experience in an accounting or financial management role (e.g., Senior Accounting Manager, Controller, Director of Finance/Accounting, CFO)
Strong client-facing and advisory background
Excellent communication and negotiation skills required
Willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within a dynamic advisory environment
Deep understanding of GAAP, ERP systems, financial reporting, and financial strategy
Experience with accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Sage products, or similar platforms. The ability to quickly learn and understand client systems is necessary.
Experience with new system implementation is a plus.
Strong technology skills and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
A reliable, detail-obsessed, team-oriented professional
Ability to manage multiple priorities across different clients and industries
Confidentiality and promptness are of utmost importance
Candidates must be based within approximately 60 miles of Albany, NY and able to travel to our office and client sites as needed.

Nice To Haves

Nonprofit financial experience
Prior CPA firm experience
CPA, MBA, or CMA a plus!
Contracting and/or manufacturing industry experience
Mix of public accounting and private company experience preferred, but not critical.