Question 1

What is a Fractional CFO?

Accepted Answer

A Fractional CFO is an embedded operating partner deployed part-time to build scalable capability, increase execution velocity, and strengthen leadership capacity without full-time overhead.

Question 2

How is a Fractional CFO different from an Interim CFO?

Accepted Answer

A Fractional CFO is embedded part-time to build capability while preserving capital flexibility. An Interim CFO is a full-seat executive operator deployed immediately to stabilize the business and bridge leadership transitions until a permanent hire is made.

Question 3

When should a company hire a Fractional CFO instead of a full-time CFO?

Accepted Answer

When the business is in early scale or founder-led growth, when strategy is still clarifying, or when capital discipline is a priority. A full-time CFO hired too early creates fixed executive cost before ROI exists and risks the wrong leadership profile for the stage.

Question 4

Does Sync-Exec specialize in government contracting?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sync-Exec is focused on GovCon, Cyber, and DoD businesses, with specialized operators experienced in federal contracts, DCAA compliance, indirect cost pools, and the scale dynamics specific to government contractors.