CFO Service
for Pre-Seed & Seed
Startups

Get started with our tailored financial services for preseed & seed startups.
Are you at the beginning of your business journey? We offer you the financial tools and expertise you need to be on solid financial ground right from the start. Discover how our specialized services can help you set clear goals and achieve them effectively.

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Experience from 350 projects.

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Measurable success for Finance as a Service

At pre-seed and seed stage this is not about building a finance department. It is about clean foundations: bookkeeping that runs, a financial plan that holds up to an investor question, and a runway you can state at any time.

  • Strategic financial planning:
    Plan your financial success path with precise budgets, cash flow management, and capital raising strategies specifically designed for early-stage startups.
  • Investor-ready financial reporting: Prepare yourself for investor meetings with professional, transparent and meaningful financial plans & pitch deck that strengthen the trust of potential investors and increase your chances of successful financing rounds.
  • Digitalization and expertise in financial processes and software: Modernize your financial processes with our experts who specialize in digitizing financial processes and implementing advanced financial software to increase efficiency and accuracy.
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Quantifiable successes for
CFO as a Service

Rely on our expertise in finance and see how precise analysis and tailor-made solutions help your startup achieve demonstrable success.

Our experts work closely with you to optimize financial processes and secure sustainable results.

+350
projects since 2019
+12
interim CFO mandates since 2019
24 h
to the first profile
96%
Wiederbeauftragungsquote
7
Monate durchschnittliche Einsatzdauer

Our Know How

Our experience spans 350 projects, including interim mandates and consulting projects such as digitalising a finance department. This includes working with common finance tools, from accounting and controlling to reporting.

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Up to 80% of your consulting costs as a grant – we handle the application

Depending on where your business is based, the grant is 80 percent (up to €2,800) or 50 percent (up to €1,750) of the eligible consulting costs. It is calculated on the assessment basis of at most €3,500, not on the total project cost. We check which rate applies to your location in advance – and we take care of the application.

With BAFA funding
  • We check whether you are eligible
  • We take care of your application
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Here is an example

Eligible consulting costs
€3,500
BAFA funding*
−€2,800
Effective costs
€700
*Example for a business location in the 80 percent region: 80 percent of the €3,500 assessment basis gives a grant of €2,800. In the 50 percent region it is at most €1,750. The applicable rules are the funding guideline „Förderung von Unternehmensberatungen für KMU“ of 14 December 2022 as amended on 12 December 2024; the programme runs until 31 December 2026. Up to five consulting engagements are eligible in that period, at most two per calendar year. Since 15 November 2025 the grant is calculated on the gross invoice amount for applicants who cannot reclaim input VAT. There is no legal entitlement to the funding; BAFA decides on approval and amount. As of September 2026.

Getting ready for your first round?

We build the financial plan, the reporting and the numbers investors will ask about – before they ask.
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Our Partners & Collaborations

Carefully selected to create synergies that provide real added value to our customers. We work hand in hand with leading experts and organizations to ensure innovative solutions and exceptional service.

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CFO as a Service process

01

Initial consultation and needs assessment

The process starts with an initial consultation, in which we understand and analyze the specific needs and goals of your startup. Based on this information, we develop an individual financial service plan that is tailored exactly to the requirements and challenges of your seed startup.

02

Implementation of financial systems and processes

After defining the scope of services, we implement the necessary financial systems and processes. This includes implementing accounting software, setting up accounting frameworks, and integrating financial management tools specifically designed to help young companies grow.

03

Ongoing support and optimization

We offer continuous support and regular financial reviews to ensure the financial health of your business. Through ongoing advice and adaptive financial strategies, we help you to respond effectively to changes in the market and in your company development and always make optimal financial decisions.

FAQ

Do you have questions?

We have answers. Our FAQ section gives you comprehensive information and guidance on the most common concerns, so you can get the support you need quickly and easily.

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How can Finance as a Service help my startup?
Is Finance as a Service suitable for my startup?
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How flexible are the services offered?
What happens if we already have an internal team?
Can we test the services first before we make a decision?
How is the quality and safety of services ensured?

Preparing a round?

30 minutes with Sebastian Janus: where your financial plan stands, what investors will ask, and what it costs to get ready.
Book an intro call
Or call us directly: +49 234 47995220