• First, we'll estimate Full-Time CFO costs.

  • How much variable compensation (i.e., bonus) will you offer, as a percentage of base salary? (We recommend 30%)*
  • What approximate overhead do you pay per employee? (If you don't know, we recommend 5%)*
  • Do you intend on providing severance pay?*
  • Last, we will add payroll taxes and benefits - this is typically 22% of base salary.*
  • Last, we will add payroll taxes and benefits - this is typically 22% of base salary.

  • Next, we'll estimate Part-Time CFO costs.

  • Great! Here are your results.

  • Assumptions:

    • Company revenues of $5M
    • Industry: SaaS, eCommerce, or Business Services
    • 2+ direct reports
    • Company has outside investors or lenders
    • CFO turnover every 5 years
  • Should be Empty: