CFO Pricing

Definition

CFO pricing refers to how CFO services are priced, whether for full-time, fractional, virtual, or interim CFOs. Pricing typically ranges from $200–$400/hour for fractional/virtual CFOs to $250K–$500K+ annually for full-time CFOs, depending on experience, scope, and business needs.

Why It Matters for Small Businesses & Fractional Teams

Understanding CFO pricing helps you budget for strategic finance leadership
Different pricing models (hourly, monthly retainer, project-based) suit different needs
Pricing should reflect the value delivered, not just time spent
Transparent pricing enables informed decisions about when and how to hire CFO support
Fractional and virtual CFOs provide CFO-level expertise at a fraction of full-time cost

How It Works in Practice

Full-time CFOs typically cost $250K–$500K+ annually including salary, benefits, and equity. Fractional CFOs charge $200–$400/hour or $2,000–$10,000+ per month for part-time services. Pricing depends on experience, industry expertise, scope of work, and business complexity. The best CFOs deliver value that far exceeds their cost through improved financial management, better decisions, and strategic insights.

Common Pitfalls or Misconceptions

Thinking fractional means cheap—good fractional CFOs command high rates but deliver high value
Not considering total cost—full-time CFOs include benefits, equity, and overhead beyond salary
Choosing based on price alone—experience and fit matter more than cost
Not clarifying scope—understand what's included and what costs extra
Assuming you need full-time—many businesses can get CFO-level support through fractional arrangements

How This Term Relates to Other Concepts

CFO pricing varies significantly between full-time, fractional, virtual, and interim CFOs. Understanding pricing helps businesses make informed decisions about when to hire CFO support and which model fits their needs. CFO services provide strategic finance leadership that goes beyond bookkeeping and accounting, justifying higher costs through strategic value.

How Omniga Uses This Concept

Omniga's Finance OS platform helps fractional CFOs work more efficiently, enabling them to serve more clients and deliver better value. Our platform reduces the time CFOs spend on routine tasks, allowing them to focus on high-value strategic work. We believe CFO pricing should reflect value delivered, and our platform helps CFOs deliver more value more efficiently.