Part-Time Finance Director Services

Unlock strategic financial expertise — without the full-time cost.

Board-Level Finance Leadership for SME Growth

Every SME needs clarity, control and confidence in its finances — but not every business needs a full-time Finance Director. That’s where a Part-Time Finance Director from Secantor steps in. We embed an experienced FD into your business who brings board-level financial and commercial expertise at a fraction of the cost.

Our FDs are part of your management team, not external consultants. We roll up our sleeves, understand your business from the inside, and work with you to unlock profitability, improve cashflow, manage risk and plan for long-term success.

What Does a Part-Time Finance Director Do?

From strategic guidance to financial operations, your FD will:

Design and lead your internal finance function
Build, manage and support your finance team
Deliver monthly management accounts with commercial interpretation
Create and maintain forecasting models (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow)
Drive profit improvement through margin analysis and strategic actions
Manage cashflow forecasting and funding requirements
Lead finance projects: exit planning, M&A, systems migrations, turnarounds
Ensure financial governance, discipline and best-practice processes

Why SMEs Choose Secantor FDs

You get high-calibre financial leadership without the full-time price tag
You stay in control of your finances while focusing on growth
You benefit from our team’s experience across sectors
You have access to strategic advice, financial planning and operational insight

Accountant vs. Finance Director — What's the Difference?

While your accountant focuses on compliance and statutory returns, a Finance Director drives the business forward. Working inside your organisation, an FD brings commercial insight and responsibility — helping you understand what the numbers mean and make decisions based on real financial intelligence.

Need Interim Cover?

If your current FD is unavailable due to sickness, parental leave or exit, we can provide Interim Finance Director cover. You’ll get seamless continuity with a fully embedded expert who can support recruitment and handover of the new permanent hire.

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Book a Free Business Review

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FAQs: Part-Time Finance Director Services

What does a Part-Time Finance Director do?

A Part-Time FD leads your financial strategy, oversees internal finance teams, provides management accounts, improves profitability, and manages cashflow — all while becoming a key part of your senior leadership team.

How do I know if my business needs a Finance Director?

If you want greater financial clarity, support with growth, improved cash control, or strategic planning, your business could benefit from a Part-Time FD. Most SMEs lack this in-house and don’t realise what’s missing until they experience it.

What’s the difference between a Part-Time FD and an Accountant?

An accountant focuses on compliance and reporting, while a Finance Director helps you run the business day-to-day, advising on strategy, operations, profitability and long-term planning from within.

How much does a Part-Time Finance Director cost?

Our Part-Time FD services start from £1,000 + VAT per month depending on your needs and the level of input required. You only pay for what you use.

How do I recruit a Part-Time FD?

Contact us and we’ll take care of the rest — from understanding your business to matching you with a Secantor-accredited expert. We also offer a Free Business Review to get started.

What makes Secantor different?

We go beyond advice — our team becomes part of your business. Every FD is personally accredited by Secantor Directors and supported by ongoing oversight and strategic input. We don’t use templates — we use insight.

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