Fractional CFO for Swiss SMEs and scale-ups
Fractional CFO, CFO as a Service or external CFO – whatever you call it: Gade Growth CFO Solutions gives Swiss companies with CHF 1–10M revenue in B2B services, cleantech and healthtech the financial leadership of a senior CFO – goal setting, forecasting and planning – from CHF 3'100 per month, without the cost of a full-time hire.
Based in Weisslingen (Zurich) · Working across Switzerland · English, German, French and Danish
What we do: three pillars
We focus on the forward-looking part of finance that your Treuhänder or bookkeeper is not set up to do.
Goal setting
We translate your ambitions into clear financial targets and the 3–5 KPIs that show whether you are on track – revenue, margin, cash and the operating drivers behind them.
Forecasting
Rolling cash flow and P&L forecasts, so you see liquidity gaps months ahead, know how much growth you can fund, and can answer your bank, investors or board with confidence.
Planning and budgeting
A 12-month budget and multi-year plan built from your business drivers under Swiss OR, with monthly actual-versus-plan reporting and CFO commentary.
Who we work with
Owner-led SMEs, scale-ups and funded startups in Switzerland with roughly CHF 1–10M in revenue, mainly in B2B services, cleantech/climate tech and healthtech. Typical situations:
Revenue is growing, but cash flow feels unpredictable.
Monthly numbers arrive late and do not show which clients, projects or products actually make money.
A funding round, a bank loan or your board demands proper plans – but a full-time CFO does not pay off yet.
You want to know whether your pricing works and your growth is sustainable.
How it works
1. Intro call
A no-obligation conversation about where you stand and what you need. You get an honest view on whether a fractional CFO is the right step.
2. Onboarding
We review your numbers, build your budget and forecast, and set up a KPI dashboard. A one-time setup fee covers this work.
3. Monthly rhythm
Monthly reporting with CFO commentary, regular agenda-driven CFO calls and direct access by email between calls.
Packages and prices
Transparent monthly fees plus a one-time setup fee:
Foundation – CHF 3'100 per month (setup CHF 1'500)
Growth – CHF 4'900 per month (setup CHF 1'900)
Scale – CHF 7'900 per month (setup CHF 2'900)
Fractional CFO, Treuhänder or full-time CFO?
| Treuhänder | Fractional CFO | Full-time CFO | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Bookkeeping, VAT, tax and statutory accounts – looking back | Goals, forecasts, plans and decisions – looking forward | Full finance leadership, including managing a team |
| Cost | Usually low, per hour or per mandate | Fixed monthly fee, from CHF 3'100 | Full salary, bonus, social charges and often equity |
| Best for | Compliance | Companies with CHF 1–10M revenue that need CFO thinking, not a full-time CFO | Larger companies with complex finance teams |
A fractional CFO does not replace your Treuhänder – the two work side by side.
Your CFO: Soren Gade
Soren Gade founded Gade Growth CFO Solutions after more than 25 years in senior finance leadership. He was CFO Northern Europe at Akkodis/Modis (EUR 220M revenue across five countries) and spent 13 years at The Adecco Group, including as VP Corporate Accounting & Controlling. He has also worked with Stryber, Beekeeper and Amcor.
He holds an MSc from Aarhus University and executive education from INSEAD, Columbia and IMD, and works in English, German, French and Danish. To stay independent, Gade Growth does not take equity in client companies.
"I hired Soren to develop a first financial plan for my startup. Soren took the time to really understand both my needs and the market in our first meeting, which made a big difference. We then spent a full day together working through the financial plan step by step. He followed up with a clear, well-structured 1-year and 5-year plan that gave me real clarity and direction. It felt like having a trusted partner by my side, which I can rely on also in future."
Frequently asked questions
What is a fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO – also called CFO as a Service or external CFO – is an experienced chief financial officer who works for your company part-time, for a fixed monthly fee. You get senior financial leadership – goals, forecasts, plans, board and investor support – without hiring a full-time executive.
What does a fractional CFO cost in Switzerland?
At Gade Growth, packages start at CHF 3'100 per month plus a one-time setup fee of CHF 1'500. Growth costs CHF 4'900 and Scale CHF 7'900 per month. A full-time CFO costs many times more once salary, bonus, social charges and equity are included.
Does a fractional CFO replace my Treuhänder?
No. Your Treuhänder handles bookkeeping, VAT, tax and statutory accounts under Swiss OR. We use those numbers to plan, forecast and steer the business, and work side by side with your Treuhänder.
Which companies do you work with?
Swiss SMEs, scale-ups and startups with roughly CHF 1–10M in revenue, mainly in B2B services, cleantech/climate tech and healthtech.
In which languages do you work?
English, German, French and Danish – for companies across Switzerland.
Ready for clear numbers and a plan you can steer by?
Book a no-obligation intro call with Soren.