Fractional CFO (Part-Time, Remote – 1099 Contractor)

Z10 Group is seeking a seasoned Fractional CFO to provide strategic financial leadership across a portfolio of operating companies in construction, logistics, facilities management, and professional services. This part-time, fully remote position is ideal for a finance executive who excels at bringing structure, clarity, and forward-looking insights to small and mid-sized organizations. The Fractional CFO will work closely with ownership, general managers, and accounting personnel—both U.S.-based and offshore—to improve financial reporting, strengthen controls, and drive profitability.You will play a central role in forecasting cash flow, reviewing monthly performance, and guiding turnaround and growth initiatives. Estimated commitment:• 10–20 hours per week initially• Potential to scale to 20–25 hours per week• Schedule is flexible as long as deliverables and meeting cadences are metMinimum Requirements• U.S.-based candidates only• Bachelor’s degree (Finance, Accounting, Economics); MBA or CPA preferred• 10+ years of finance leadership experience, ideally including multi-entity oversight• Experience supervising accountants, bookkeepers, or financial teams• Strong background in budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and financial modeling• Comfortable working as an independent contractor (1099)• Excellent communication skills and ability to explain financial concepts clearly to non-finance leadersCompensation:• $30–$60 per hour, depending on experienceKey ResponsibilitiesPortfolio-Level Financial Leadership• Oversee financial operations for multiple companies within the Z10 Group portfolio• Provide clear, strategic financial guidance to ownership and senior leadership• Support turnaround efforts by identifying drivers of cash flow, margin erosion, and operational inefficienciesFinancial Reporting & Controls• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close across all entities• Review and validate financial statements prepared by accounting staff (U.S.and offshore)• Strengthen internal controls, reporting processes, and documentation standards• Align financial reporting across companies for consistency and comparabilityManagement of Accounting Staff• Supervise and mentor U.S.-based and offshore accountants/bookkeepers• Establish expectations, workflows, and review procedures• Coordinate with the PMO to ensure tasks are completed on schedule• Provide training and coaching to raise the overall level of financial disciplineBudgeting, Forecasting & Analysis• Build and maintain budgets, 13-week cash forecasts, and annual projections• Perform variance analysis and create actionable recommendations• Support operational and strategic decisions using clear, data-driven insights• Build dashboards and reporting structures aligned with company KPIsAdvisory & Decision Support• Answer financial questions from GMs, owners, and PMO leadership• Provide guidance on capital allocation, cash preservation, and cost management• Assist in evaluating new business opportunities, pricing, margin improvement, and risk managementJob Types: Full-time, Part-time, ContractPay: $30.00 - $55.00 per hourBenefits:• Flexible scheduleExperience:• Financial management: 10 years (Required)Work Location:Remote Apply tot his job