Many businesses get to a point where they need more input at the management level. This leads them to searching for an FD (Financial Director) or similar. It’s a great position to be in but can be daunting for many business owners who feel they are letting go of their business.
This is where a VFD (Virtual Finance Director) works well. Often employed on a consultancy basis for 1 – 4 days per month, depending on needs. They are at hand to offer guidance and control and give clarity on business decisions. It is much easier to envisage the answer when you step back and a VFD, although they “buy in” to the business they are removed enough to give the business an unemotional and purely business decision.
This is an investment in your future business. If you are thinking of exiting the business, start thinking NOW. This process can take up to 5 years to come to fruition.
Below is the outline of how and why you would be looking to take on a VFD and how FTRE can help in the process.
Big-finance brains. Start up-friendly costs.
You don’t need a full-time CFO to run a smarter, faster-growing business. A Virtual Financial Director gives you the support of a finance leader — without the corporate price tag.
Why Founders Love It
- Investor-ready
- Cashflow clarity
- Growth insights
What We Do
Forecast
Turn your cashflow into a growth map. No more guesswork.
Impress Investors
Have the finance reports ready for your investors in the correct language.
Streamline Your Finance Stack
Automate bookkeeping, reporting, and analysis so you spend more time building — not crunching.
Unlock Profit & Margins
Spot the problems, enjoy the wins and start planning.
How It Works
- Book a call — We talk through your business, goals, and pain points.
- Pick your plan — Retainer, project-based, or one-off advisory.
- Connect FTRE — We connect with your tools, your team, and your data.
- Grow smarter — Get ongoing finance insights that fuel your next stage.
Who It’s For
Δ Startups raising their first or next round
Δ Scale-ups readying for the next level
Δ Founders who want clarity (not spreadsheets that keep them up at night)
Pricing (Simple & Transparent)
- Fractional FD (retainer): From £1,500/month
- Project-based (e.g. cashflow, raise prep): From £2,000
- Ad-hoc advisory: Daily/weekly rates available
No hidden fees. Just the expertise you need, when you need it.
Next Step:
Stop guessing. Start scaling.
Book your free strategy call today and put a Virtual FD in your corner.