Outsourced CFO services aren’t just for big corporations anymore. For construction and trades businesses, they can be the difference between just staying busy — and actually turning a profit.
What are outsourced CFO services?
Outsourced CFO services provide part-time, high-level financial guidance for businesses that need help with forecasting, cash flow, profitability, and strategic planning — without the cost of a full-time CFO.
In this case study, you’ll see how one contractor was able to double his profits and finally gain control of his finances — all by bringing in a CFO who understood the numbers and the job site.
Real-World Results: Doubling Profit with Outsourced CFO Services
The Contractor’s Problem — High Revenue, Low Visibility
Mike owns a framing business doing over $2 million in annual revenue.
He had a bookkeeper. He had a CPA. But nobody was helping him answer the real questions:
- Are these jobs profitable or not?
- Why does cash disappear every month?
- How can I pay myself consistently?
Like many trades business owners, Mike was busy but unsure where the money was going. He was flying blind — with no clear financial strategy or forecasting in place.
The Turning Point — Partnering with an Outsourced CFO
Mike brought in a construction-savvy outsourced CFO on a part-time basis. Within weeks, they transformed how he viewed and managed his finances.
Key Changes Made
- Job Costing System — Built to track profit by crew and job type
- 12-Week Cash Flow Forecast — Predicts cash availability before payroll hits
- Overhead Audit — Found over $8,000/month in unnecessary spending
- Owner Pay Strategy — Structured a consistent draw to replace random transfers
These changes didn’t just clean up the books — they gave Mike clarity and control.
The Outcome — 5% to 12% Net Profit in 6 Months
Mike didn’t take on more jobs.
He didn’t expand his crew.
He simply made smarter financial decisions — and finally saw the profit that had been hiding in plain sight.
- Profit Margin: Increased from 5% to 12%
- Owner Pay: Consistent monthly draw
- Cash Flow: Predictable even during slow periods
- Confidence: Decisions backed by real numbers, not gut feel
“I’m finally making money I can see. I should’ve done this years ago.”
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Are you ready to take control of your numbers and unlock your business’s true profitability? An outsourced CFO can provide the insights and strategies you need to make better financial decisions, just like Mike did.
👉 Book a Free 15-Minute Profit Call and start making informed decisions today.
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