Fractional CFO · Controller · Accounting
You run the business.
We handle the finances.
Most firms sell you one piece. We give you the whole finance stack — CFO, controller, and accounting services — at one blended cost.
- First month free. No long-term contract.
- Built to scale for the needs of $1M–$50M businesses.
- A US-based core team. Nothing outsourced overseas.
- We start the day you sign. No 4-6 month hiring lead time.
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how it works
Up and running in three steps
1. Tell us what you need
Jump on a short call to understand your business and where the numbers hurt. We recommend the right level of support.
2. Give us access
Connect your accounting software. We work in the platforms your team already uses: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium, and others.
3. See results in month one
We start the day you sign. Clean reporting, opportunities, and clear next steps inside your first free month.
Sentinel Finance Group vs. Other Fractional CFO Firms
Other CFO Firms
Full-service at every stage: bookkeeping through CFO, no switching firms as you grow
Every experience level on team: not paying CFO rates for bookkeeper-level work
US-based team: nothing outsourced
Consistent core team: real depth and attention, not cycled through different staff
True partnership, not a vendor: hands-on leadership, not just reports from a desk
Flexible to your setup: support your team, help you hire, or run your entire finance function
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers before you talk to anyone
Can you fix cash flow when I'm profitable but have no cash?
Yes. Profit and cash are two different problems. We forecast your cash, fix the timing between what you’re owed and what you owe, and build a reserve.
Will you understand my industry?
Yes. We work with businesses across every industry, from $1M to $50M in revenue. The tools and metrics shift by industry. The core problems don’t. We bring deep financial leadership — you won’t pay for a learning curve.
Can AI replace a fractional CFO?
No. AI can read your numbers and write a report. It can’t sit in the room, make the call, tell your team, and own the result. That’s the actual job, and it’s a human one. We use good tools, but we don’t hand you the tool and call it financial leadership.
How soon will I see results?
Our clients say they see immediate improvements in visibility, decision-making, and accountability. During your free month, we identify financial blind spots, strengthen reporting, and uncover opportunities. Stronger margins, healthier cash flow, and better forecasting typically build over the first few months.
How does a fully remote CFO relationship work?
We use shared financial dashboards, cloud-based accounting tools, and regular video calls to stay embedded in your business from anywhere. We work in the platforms your team already uses: QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, AppFolio, Yardi, Buildium, and others. We’re proactive. You’ll hear from us regularly, not just at month-end.
We also provide in-person support in the Kansas City area.
What is a fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO is an experienced chief financial officer who works with a business on a part-time or ongoing basis, providing strategic financial leadership without the cost of a full-time executive hire. Companies often bring in a fractional CFO when the business is growing, financial complexity is outpacing internal capacity, capital decisions are becoming more consequential, or investor and lender reporting needs have increased.
How much does a fractional CFO cost?
Most fractional CFO engagements run $3,000–$12,000 a month depending on scope. Our engagements are customized based on scope and complexity. Fractional CFO services cost significantly less than hiring a full-time CFO while still providing executive-level financial leadership. Your first month is free, so you see the value before you pay anything.
What's the difference between a CFO, controller, bookkeeper, and CPA?
Bookkeepers record transactions. A CPA typically focuses on tax compliance, accounting, and historical reporting. A controller makes sure the books are right and closes the month. A CFO decides what to do about it — strategy, forecasting, cash, growth, and execution. We give you all three levels under one team, so nothing falls through the gaps.
Is my business too small for a fractional CFO?
We typically work with businesses generating between $1M and $50M in annual revenue, though the decision to hire a fractional CFO depends more on complexity than revenue alone. If you’re doing $1M or more in revenue and can’t get clear answers from your numbers, you’re not too small — you’re exactly who this is for. We start where a lot of firms won’t.
Is there a minimum contract or lock-in period?
No. Your first month is free, there’s no long-term contract, and you can cancel anytime. If we don’t show you more value than our fee, you shouldn’t keep paying us.
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Start your first month free. If you don’t see more value than our monthly cost, you shouldn’t hire us.