Fractional CFO Burnaby — Strategic Financial Leadership for Local Businesses

You run a Burnaby business in the Brentwood tech corridor, a Metrotown professional services firm, or an industrial operation near Big Bend. Your bookkeeper keeps the records straight. But when your bank asks for a 12-month forecast or you need to evaluate a growth opportunity, you come up empty.

You need strategic financial leadership. But a full-time CFO at $180,000+ per year does not make sense for your revenue.

ARV Consultants provides fractional CFO services specifically for Burnaby businesses. We serve the entire city — from Burnaby Heights to Edmonds, from Brentwood to Metrotown. And because we are local, we offer same-day or next-day onsite availability when you need face-to-face strategy sessions.

For Burnaby businesses with revenue between $500,000 and $15 million, we deliver CPA-designated executive leadership at one-third to one-half the cost of a full-time hire.

Burnaby Neighborhoods We Serve

We are not a Vancouver firm that “also serves Burnaby.” We actively serve every Burnaby business district:

• Brentwood Town Centre — Tech startups, software firms, creative agencies

• Metrotown — Professional services, retail corporate offices, medical/dental clinics

• Burnaby Heights (Hastings Street) — Restaurants, retail, personal services

• Edmonds — Mixed commercial and industrial

• Big Bend — Manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, industrial services

• Capitol Hill — Home-based businesses and professional practices

No matter where you are in Burnaby, we can be at your office within hours — not days.

For businesses in neighboring cities, see our fractional CFO services in Vancouver.

What Is a Fractional CFO?

A fractional CFO is an experienced financial executive who works with multiple businesses on a part-time basis. You share their time — and their cost — with 2–4 other non-competing businesses.

You get the same expertise as a full-time CFO:

• CPA designation with 15+ years experience

• Strategic financial planning and forecasting

• Banking and lender relationship management

• Board and investor reporting

• Tax planning and optimization (including BC-specific credits)

You do NOT pay for:

• Recruitment fees ($18k–$28k)

• CPP, EI, and benefits (15–20% of salary)

• RRSP matching (3–6%)

• Severance or termination costs

For Burnaby businesses, this means executive-level financial leadership at a sustainable cost — with a local partner who can be at your table when you need them.

Do You Qualify for a Fractional CFO in Burnaby?

You likely qualify if:

• Your revenue is $500,000 to $15 million

• You have a bookkeeper or controller but lack strategic financial guidance

• You cannot confidently forecast cash flow 90 days out

• Your bank has asked for better financial statements or projections

• You are making major decisions without a financial model

• Your tax planning is limited to year-end filing

You are NOT ready if:

• Your revenue is under $500,000 (start with a bookkeeper or controller)

• You need daily transaction processing, not strategy

If you are unsure, take our diagnostic: signs your business needs a fractional CFO.

What Does Fractional CFO Cost in Burnaby? (2026 Pricing)

Fractional CFO services for Burnaby businesses range from $3,200 to $8,500 per month — the same pricing as Vancouver, with the added benefit of local onsite availability.

What is included in every engagement:

• Dedicated CPA-designated fractional CFO

• Monthly strategy sessions (onsite or virtual — your choice)

• Same-day or next-day onsite availability for Burnaby clients

• Unlimited email support

• Coordination with your bookkeeper, accountant, and banker

Not sure which tier fits your Burnaby business? A 15-minute call gives you a clear answer. book a free consultation

Fractional vs Full-Time: The Real Cost Difference for Burnaby Businesses

Here is what a full-time CFO actually costs — and what Burnaby businesses save with fractional.

For a detailed breakdown, see our full cost comparison of fractional vs full-time CFO.

How We Serve Burnaby Businesses

Our engagement process is designed for Burnaby’s diverse business community — from Brentwood tech startups to Big Bend industrial operations.

Month 1 — Discovery and Foundation

• Review historical financial statements

• Interview leadership team about goals and pain points

• Build 13-week cash flow forecast

• Assess banking relationships and financing options

• Onsite kickoff meeting at your Burnaby office

Month 2 — Systems and Reporting

• Implement KPI dashboard customized to your business

• Establish monthly board reporting package

• Set up rolling forecast model (updated weekly)

• Review and optimize pricing/profitability by customer/product

Month 3+ — Strategic Execution

• Lead monthly strategy sessions (onsite or virtual)

• Manage banking relationships and financing applications

• Drive tax planning quarterly

• Prepare for board meetings, investor updates, or exit planning

Burnaby advantage: Because we serve Burnaby directly, we can be at your office same-day for urgent matters — not “next week” like Vancouver-only firms.

Burnaby Businesses We Have Helped

Tech startup in Brentwood: $2.8M revenue, 12 employees. They had a bookkeeper but no forecast. Their bank rejected a credit line twice. Our fractional CFO built a 12-month model, identified SR&ED credits ($73,500 refund), and secured a $500,000 operating line. Net savings after fees: $71,000+ in year one.

Industrial operation in Big Bend: $6M revenue, 25 employees. They were making decisions without financial models — and losing money on unprofitable contracts. Our fractional CFO built a job-costing model, identified 3 unprofitable customer segments, and improved net margin by 8% in 6 months.

Professional services firm in Metrotown: $1.5M revenue, 8 employees. They had no cash flow forecast and missed two CRA instalment deadlines. Our fractional CFO implemented a rolling forecast, adjusted instalments, and saved them $12,000 in interest and penalties.

Burnaby-Specific Questions (FAQ)

Do I need a Burnaby business license to work with ARV Consultants?
No — we are the service provider. You need your own Burnaby business license (which you likely already have). We do not require any additional licensing.

Can you come to my Burnaby office for meetings?
Yes. We offer same-day or next-day onsite availability for all Burnaby clients. Unlike Vancouver-only firms that may take a week to schedule onsite time, we are local and responsive.

Do you understand Burnaby’s industrial sector (Big Bend)?
Yes. Our fractional CFO has worked with manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution clients in Burnaby’s industrial zones. We understand the specific financial challenges — inventory management, equipment financing, and BC manufacturing tax credits.

How is fractional CFO different from the bookkeeping services I already get?
Your bookkeeper records transactions. A fractional CFO provides strategy — forecasting, banking relationships, tax planning, and growth modeling. If you only need better books, start with bookkeeping and controller services.

Beyond Fractional — Full CFO Services When You Are Ready

Some Burnaby businesses eventually need a full-time CFO. When you reach that stage, ARV Consultants provides full CFO service offerings including recruitment support and transition planning.

Ready to Add a Fractional CFO to Your Burnaby Business?

You get executive-level financial strategy without the $180k+ price tag. You get a local partner who can be at your office same-day. You get clarity on cash flow, confidence with your bank, and a strategic partner who helps you grow profitably.

Here is how to start:

1. Book a free 15-minute consultation — no hard sell, just answers

2. We assess your current financial operations — what is working, what is missing

3. You get a specific quote for your Burnaby business — no surprises

Get a specific quote for your Burnaby business

Rajeev Kumar, Director at ARV Consultants. Named one of the world’s Top 10 CFOs by CEO Insights Magazine (2024, 2023, 2022). 18 years advising BC businesses on financial strategy and executive leadership.