That elusive hire

I've been reviewing a number of FP&A job postings recently, and many of them are looking for a rare combination of skills, including:

• Analytical rigor: to do the math

• Finance expertise: to support complex transactions

• People skills: to work well with others

• Executive presence: to establish respect, and

• Strategic thinking: to manage the big picture

That’s absolutely the right profile for a great FP&A hire. It also happens to be the profile of someone on their way to becoming a high-caliber CFO.

The challenge? Folks with this blend of skills are in high demand—and companies can spend months trying to fill these roles.

Where Fractional FP&A Fits In

Fractional FP&A is designed to meet the initial strategic finance needs of a growing company—delaying the need for a full-time hire, without delaying the value.

By bringing in experienced FP&A leadership on a part-time or interim basis, companies can:

• Build out forecasting models and budgeting processes

• Gain clarity on business drivers and financial strategy

• Improve decision-making with timely, trusted analysis

And when the time is right to hire full-time, clients are better positioned—with clearer priorities, a stronger foundation, and a much better sense of what the role truly needs.

In short: fractional support doesn’t just save money—it increases the ROI of the eventual hire.

If you are looking to hire an FP&A consultant, feel free to email me here and we can explore whether Seahorse is a good fit.