Fractional CFO

Expertise In Financial Services

Strong financial leadership is pivotal in ensuring and guiding the future profitability of your business. Far from performing merely administrative duties, an expert CFO is key to fully leveraging your company’s financial capital.

With Rankin McKenzie you are assured high-calibre personnel with the right qualifications and many years of experience that you can trust to deliver results. We typically work with clients for 3+ years — our no-nonsense contract is easy-in, easy-out.

In-Person and Hybrid Fractional CFO Services for the Research Triangle

Experience tailored financial leadership with Rankin McKenzie's In-Person and Hybrid Fractional CFO Services, specifically designed for businesses in Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill—North Carolina's thriving Research Triangle.

Local Expertise, Global Perspective

Regional Understanding: Our CFOs are equipped with insights into the Research Triangle's unique business environment, including its high-tech, academic, and biotech sectors.
Hands-On Involvement: By being on-site, our CFOs facilitate better stakeholder relationships and more dynamic decision-making within the local context.
Hybrid Flexibility: Combining local presence with the efficiency of remote capabilities, our services offer the perfect balance for businesses in the Research Triangle.

Customized to Your Business Environment

Strategic Partnerships: Leverage local knowledge and networks to enhance your financial operations and strategic opportunities.
Tailored Integration: Whether you need us on-site for critical meetings or available remotely for ongoing support, our CFOs adapt to your specific needs.

Our Proactive Approach

Engagement and Onboarding: We start with an in-depth understanding of your business challenges and opportunities within the Research Triangle area.
Continued Support: Our CFOs are not just advisors but integral parts of your team, continually adjusting to your evolving business landscape.

Get Started

Enhance your financial strategy with a CFO who knows the Research Triangle inside and out. Contact us today to explore how our In-Person and Hybrid CFO services can drive your growth and adaptability in this vibrant economic region.

Part-Time / Interim CFO

Rankin McKenzie provides experienced CFOs to be the trusted right hand of your CEO in providing strategic financial guidance to your management team. Interim or part-time, our seasoned CFOs deliver the expertise to achieve the growth and future success you are looking for.

Part-Time / Interim Controller

Accounting is a strategic asset not just an administrative duty. Our part-time/interim Controllers manage everyday accounting but also have qualifications and experience you can rely on for quality financial information to make informed decisions.

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How the Right Part-Time or Interim CFO Can Help your Business

Short-term projects or long-term engagements, the typical duties of a CFO include, but are not limited to:

Provide a broad range of financial accounting services.
Manage a client’s month end close, account reconciliation, expense processing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash and Payroll.
Offer QuickBooks (or other accounting software) proficiency.
Establish, coordinate and administer a plan for the financial control of operations.
Manage all income and franchise tax issues and work with the outside accounting firm to timely file the company’s tax returns.
Help client execute business plans on a regular basis.
Prepare regular financial reports for a client’s management team and BOD.
Target and access the best funding resources

Negotiate financing terms and conditions
Analyze and increase cash-flow
Manage capital structure by optimizing debt, equity, and internal financing ratios
Identify opportunities for expansion and project future development
Establish achievable and meaningful milestones with budgets and forecasting
Provide precise historical financial information to your management team with strategic support to take full advantage in achieving business plans
Develop and document internal controls to protect your company and meet external audit requirements.
Provide valuable advice on capital fundraising negotiations