Fractional Chief Financial Officer

LERO; Aliso Viejo (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 167,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive monthly retainer

Competitive monthly retainer

Crypto startup environment

Job summary

A growing fintech firm is seeking an experienced Fractional CFO to guide its financial strategy during a critical growth phase. This strategic, hands-on role requires over 10 years of financial leadership experience, especially in crypto-driven environments. Responsibilities include developing financial strategies, building forecasting models, and preparing investor reports. The position is fractional, requiring 1-2 days per week onsite in Aliso Viejo, CA, with a competitive monthly retainer based on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial leadership roles.
• Prior experience as CFO, Head of Finance, or senior finance executive.
• Strong modeling and forecasting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with protocol growth.
• Build forecasting models and burn analysis.
• Prepare investor-ready financial reporting and board materials.
• Prepare investor-ready financial reporting and board materials.
• Implement internal controls and reporting structure.
• Support tokenomics and treasury strategy from a financial perspective.
• Assist in capital raise structuring and investor diligence.

Skills

Financial strategy development

Forecasting expertise

Risk management

Strategic planning

Job description

LERO is a multi-chain platform focused on improving stability within crypto markets through recurring transaction-based revenue generated from staking, lending, and a structured treasury model.

The protocol is powered by its native token, built to align ecosystem incentives and support long-term value accrual.

We are currently in the middle of our capital raise and are building the financial foundation to scale correctly.

We’re seeking an experienced Fractional CFO with direct experience of operating inside a crypto-driven company. This role is designed for a leader who understands both startup velocity and the financial discipline required in digital asset markets.

Role Overview

As Fractional CFO, you will spearhead the company’s financial strategy and build out its financial infrastructure during this pivotal growth stage. The role has strong potential to transition into a full-time position, depending on the company’s financial performance and evolving needs.

You will work closely with founders to establish institutional-grade financial systems while maintaining the agility required in a high-growth crypto environment.

This is a strategic, hands-on role focused on architecture, clarity, and long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategy aligned with protocol growth
• Build forecasting models, burn analysis, and runway planning
• Design budgeting and capital allocation frameworks
• Prepare investor-ready financial reporting and board materials
• Implement internal financial controls and reporting structure
• Support tokenomics and treasury strategy from a financial oversight perspective
• Assist in capital raise financial structuring and investor diligence

Crypto Treasury & Risk Oversight

• Implement volatility mitigation and risk management strategies
• Establish frameworks for on-chain and off-chain asset transparency
• Develop reporting structures suitable for institutional partners

Qualifications

• 10+ years in financial leadership roles
• Prior experience as CFO, Head of Finance, or senior finance executive at a startup
• Strong modeling and forecasting expertise

Preferred

• Direct experience within a crypto, DeFi, or blockchain-based company
• Experience participating in capital raises or token launches
• Familiarity with crypto accounting standards and regulatory considerations
• Experience working alongside legal and compliance teams in digital asset environments

Structure

• Fractional engagement (1–2 days per week onsite in Aliso Viejo, CA)
• Competitive monthly retainer (commensurate with experience)