Part-time CFO, controller or accounting consultant – what kind of support does the business need?

Accounting consultant – structure and reliable financial information

An accounting consultant typically supports ongoing accounting, reconciliations, reporting, year-end work and related processes within the agreed engagement. A FAR-authorised accounting consultant works under Reko.

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Controller – analysis, follow-up and decision support

A controller assignment often focuses on budgets, forecasts, variance analysis, KPIs, management reporting and improving follow-up. The exact responsibilities vary by organisation.

CFO or finance director – financial leadership

A CFO or finance-director assignment is normally broader and more senior, with responsibility for financial management, cash flow, planning, management reporting and coordination of the finance function. The mandate must be defined for each engagement.

Part-time or interim?

Part-time support can suit a recurring need that does not justify a full-time role. Interim support is often used for a vacancy, transformation, growth phase, system change or time-limited project.

Questions before choosing the role

• What decisions must the person support?
• Is operational accounting included or already covered?
• Who owns budgets, forecasts and cash-flow planning?
• Is people leadership required?
• How much time is needed each week or month?
• Is the need temporary, recurring or permanent?

One business may need more than one role

A growing company can need reliable accounting, controller-style analysis and senior financial leadership at the same time. These functions can be combined only when responsibilities, competence and available time are realistic and clearly documented.