Interested in Becoming a Headstar Fractional CFO?
At Headstar, we work with ambitious finance leaders who want more from their careers – more variety, more freedom, and more impact. Joining our network as a Fractional CFO – also know as a Portfolio Finance Director – allows you to shape your own portfolio career while supporting a diverse range of businesses across the UK.
We know the leap into portfolio life can feel daunting. That’s why we’ve created a short Fractional CFO Assessment as the very first step. It’s designed not just for us to learn about you, but also to help you reflect on whether a fractional career is right for your skills, ambitions, and lifestyle.
Why Choose a Fractional CFO Career?
Fractional CFOs play a pivotal role in driving strategy, growth, and leadership, bringing lasting impact, not just short-term fixes.” Our Headstar CFOs partner with CEOs, founders, and boards to:
- Steer businesses through critical growth stages
- Shape funding, M&A, and exit strategies
- Stabilise cash flow and deliver turnaround plans
- Set up the finance team so it is fit for the future
- Mentor and develop the next generation of finance leaders
It’s a chance to make a tangible difference across multiple sectors, while delivering variety, flexibility, and control over how you approach your work.
About the Assessment
The short questionnaire takes just a few minutes to complete and covers:
- Your background – sector experience, assignment preferences, and career highlights.
- Strategic finance skills – such as turnaround planning, fundraising, and M&A.
- Mentoring approach – how you support aspiring finance leaders to grow.
- Practical considerations – including availability, appetite for mentoring, and readiness for portfolio life.
Your answers will give us a clear picture of your strengths – and they’ll also help you consider whether this way of working aligns with your personal goals.
After submitting your assessment, someone from the Headstar team will be in touch to explore the opportunities further.
Click here to complete the Fractional CFO Assessment today.
How To Know If A Portfolio Career Is Right For You?
Check out this short video from Headstar Managing Director, James Roach, who is a former Finance Director himself, discussing what you need to consider to see if a Fractional CFO career would suit you well.
Should you want to discuss your options further, please do get in touch with Headstar directly for a confidential chat on 0113 457 9990 or dropping us a message on info@headstar.co.uk
