Fractional CFO Consultant

FRACTIONAL CFO CONSULTANT

*Department:* Accounting \& Tax

*Status:* Full\-Time

*Benefits:* Yes

SIMA Financial Group, Inc. is a trusted, full\-service firm headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serving business owners, executives, entrepreneurs, and investors since 1985\. Our integrated team delivers expertise across accounting \& tax, payroll \& workforce management, employee benefits, corporate retirement, wealth management, and technology, always with a client\-centered, values\-driven approach. We’re proud of our morally rich culture and commitment to principled, personalized care that helps clients thrive.

OVERVIEW \& RESPONSIBILITIES

The Fractional CFO Consultant provides strategic financial leadership to small and mid\-sized business clients who need CFO\-level guidance without a full\-time, in\-house executive. This role partners directly with business owners and leadership teams to improve financial clarity, strengthen processes, support growth, and guide strategic decision\-making. The Fractional CFO Consultant serves as a trusted advisor, delivering high\-level financial insight while collaborating closely with internal accounting and tax teams to ensure accurate execution and compliance.

• Serve as a fractional CFO for assigned clients, acting as a strategic financial partner to ownership and executive teams
• Provide financial leadership around budgeting and forecasting, cash flow planning and management, financial modeling and scenario analysis, KPI development and financial reporting
• Advise clients on accounting structure, internal controls, and process improvements
• Support business planning, growth initiatives, and strategic decision\-making
• Collaborate with internal accounting and tax teams to ensure accurate, timely financial information
• Review and interpret financial statements, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities
• Support tax planning strategies in coordination with tax professionals
• Participate in client onboarding and ongoing advisory meetings
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to non\-financial stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to expand advisory services where appropriate
• Uphold SIMA’s standards for professionalism, accuracy, confidentiality, and client service

QUALIFICATIONS \& REQUIREMENTS

*Education \& Experience*

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or relevant field from an accredited university required
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in good standing required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting, advisory, or CFO\-level consulting
• Demonstrated experience working directly with business owners or executive teams
• Strong understanding of financial statements, cash flow management, and business operations
• Experience with QuickBooks and similar accounting systems required
• Experience with tax planning and coordination with tax preparation teams preferred

*Skills \& Core Values*

• Strategic thinker with strong analytical problem\-solving skills
• Ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Client\-service oriented with the ability to build long\-term advisory relationships
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
• Highly organized with strong time management and prioritization skills
• Self\-motivated and comfortable working independently in a fast\-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross\-functionally with internal teams

*SALARY \& BENEFITS*

We offer an attractive salary in the range of $125,000\-$165,000, with future opportunities for growth and advancement. In addition, we offer an exceptional benefit package, including employer 401(k) contributions, Paid Time Off, long\-term disability insurance, life insurance, and elective medical, dental and vision benefits.

CONTACT

To be considered for this opening, please send your resume to [email protected] or apply through our website. You may also fax your resume to (804\) 285\-5656\. This position will remain open until it is filled.

EOE. SIMA Financial Group, Inc. reserves the right to alter, change, modify and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.

Pay: $125,000\.00 \- $165,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person