Fractional CFO.

Strategic CFO Leadership for Growing and Changing Businesses.

Embedded financial strategy for founders, CEOs and investors scaling, transforming, or preparing for exit.

Isosceles is part of the Dains Group (a leading UK accounting and advisory firm) and provides flexible, embedded financial leadership that drives clarity, control and confidence.

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25 years of trusted support

750+ experienced CFOs and finance leaders

50+ successful exits delivered

Restore Control, Clarity and Confidence.

Isosceles provides strategic CFO leadership that aligns your finance function with your wider business objectives.

Businesses partner with us when:

  • Financial visibility has slipped
  • Leadership gaps create operational risk
  • Investor or board confidence needs strengthening
  • Systems are failing to keep page with growth

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How we help:

Fractional CFO – Scalable Strategy & Oversight

Embedded financial leadership delivering high-impact strategy, forecasting and decision-ready insights, tailored to your exact goals and resources.

Interim CFO – Stability Through Transition

On-demand financial leadership providing continuity, credibility and control through leadership gaps, restructures or major transactions.

Finance Operations - Embedded Team Support

Dependable finance teams delivering accurate accounting, robust forecasting and management reporting built to withstand scrutiny.

How We Tailor Your CFO Solution.

  • Assess Your Needs
    We analyse your operational challenges and financial goals to define the exact executive support your business requires.
  • Build Your Strategy
    Reword to: We design a targeted roadmap outlining how embedded CFO leadership will solve friction and drive performance.
  • Deploy the Right CFO
    We connect you with a proven CFO whose sector experience and skill set seamlessly align with your goals.

Are You Ready to Scale with a Fractional CFO?

Gain the executive strategy and clarity your business needs to build control, optimise performance and accelerate growth.

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Why Choose Isosceles For Your Fractional CFO.

We Have You Covered

Our UK-wide network of CFOs ensures we can meet your financial needs wherever you are located. Our CFOs bring extensive experience across multiple industry sectors, including technology, construction, biotech, e-commerce and energy. Additionally, we have specialist expertise in exit planning, fundraising, budgeting and forecasting and management reporting. We connect businesses with top-tier financial talent, helping start-ups and SMEs thrive and grow in a competitive market.

Behind Every Isosceles CFO is a Network of Specialists

As part of the Dains Group, every Isosceles CFO is backed by hundreds of finance, HR, tax and advisory professionals.

Unlike traditional agencies, we operate as a dedicated consultancy. You get embedded executive leadership with seamless access to specialist expertise, from tax strategy and fundraising to corporate finance and exit planning.

We Are trusted By Our Clients.

Working with our fractional CFO has completely transformed our approach to financial management. The detailed cash flow forecasts and strategic financial models they’ve developed have given us a clear roadmap for growth. This newfound ability to plan effectively has not only improved our decision-making but has also directly contributed to doubling our revenue. It’s been a game changer for The Flavour Trailer.
Mario: CEO, The Flavour Trailer
Isosceles has been a vital partner since 2019. Their support includes a Fractional FD with extensive biotech sector experience and regulatory knowledge, a team of fractional accounting professionals, access to an HR consultant, a dedicated payroll team, whilst liaising with specialist tax advisors skilled in producing complex R&D tax credit claims. Their flexible services and highly experienced teams have been invaluable to our success.
Robin, MinaTherapeutics

Ready to Strengthen Your Financial Leadership?

Speak directly with a senior CFO who has guided businesses through scaling, transformation and exit.

We’ll review your current structure, assess your operational needs and map out a clear, actionable roadmap to total financial clarity and control.

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Frequently asked questions.

What types of CFO does Isosceles provide?

Isosceles delivers scalable financial leadership tailored to your exact business stage. Whether you need ongoing strategic oversight on a fractional basis or immediate interim coverage during a transition, we match you with a proven CFO built for your goals.

What’s the difference between a Fractional CFO and a Finance Director (FD)?

At Isosceles, the roles of CFO and Finance Director are closely aligned. Both provide senior financial leadership, overseeing reporting, forecasting and strategic decision-making. The distinction usually reflects business size and complexity: CFOs typically operate within larger or investor-backed organisations, while Finance Directors often support scaling or mid-sized businesses.

Our fractional leaders bring the same blend of operational control and strategic insight, whether called CFO or FD, ensuring your business has the financial direction and expertise it needs to grow confidently.

Do you work with existing accountants and advisers?

Absolutely. Isosceles CFOs work in partnership with your existing accountants, tax specialists, and finance teams to deliver a cohesive strategy. We complement, not replace, your current advisers, ensuring alignment between financial operations and business goals. This collaborative approach is a hallmark of our embedded CFO model.

How quickly can an Isosceles CFO be deployed?

With access to hundreds of vetted CFOs and FDs across the UK, Isosceles can deploy an interim or fractional CFO within days, delivering immediate stability, control and strategy.

Do you only work with tech and investor-backed businesses?

Not at all. While many of our clients operate in technology, life sciences and investor-backed sectors, we also support ambitious businesses in manufacturing, professional services and beyond. Whether your goal is growth, stability, or exit readiness, our CFOs adapt to your sector’s unique needs.

Can Isosceles support post-investment or post-exit integration?

Yes. Many clients retain their CFO post-transaction for continuity, reporting and transition management. Our CFOs can assist with integration planning, performance tracking and new ownership reporting to ensure a smooth handover and continued financial stability after completion.

What’s included in Isosceles' CFO service?

Each engagement is fully tailored, but typically includes: financial leadership of your finance function, management reporting, cashflow forecasting, budgeting, governance improvement and stakeholder liaison. For more complex needs, CFOs also lead due diligence, system upgrades, or finance transformation projects.

How can a Fractional CFO help my business grow?

A fractional CFO gives you access to board-level financial strategy without a full-time cost. They translate numbers into insight, supporting investment decisions, margin improvement and scalable infrastructure. Their leadership can be the difference between steady growth and breakthrough performance.

How do I know if my finance function is ready for change?

If reports are inconsistent, systems feel outdated, or strategic decisions lack reliable data, it’s time to review your finance structure. Our CFOs conduct in-depth diagnostics to assess readiness, identify bottlenecks and create a roadmap for improvement.

What industries and company sizes do you work with?

From early-scale SMEs to mid-market PE portfolio companies, Isosceles supports businesses across technology, life sciences, manufacturing and services. Our flexible model means you can access senior financial leadership for as little or as much as you need, always backed by Dains.

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