Andrew Sutherland – Fractional CFO In 60 Seconds
Andrew has 30 years’ experience in the corporate finance world, first in large multi-nationals and the last 25 years working in smaller start-ups as a fractional CFO. He is well versed in interacting with venture capitalists and traditional bankers and has multiple fundraises, in excess of $20m, of both equity and debt financing, buy and sell side due diligence, assisting companies with international expansion and working with sales teams to drive revenue growth.
Andrew believes in leading by example and has implemented financial systems and KPI reporting, developed GAAP compliant accounting processes and procedures for the monthly close, conducted 409(a) valuations and successfully passed more than a dozen audits, both US GAAP as well as US Govt grant audits. He strongly believes with the right “scaffolding” frees up senior execs to focus on more valued added initiatives.
He has successfully sold 2 companies at premium valuations and is extremely knowledgeable about positioning companies for sale/investment, preparing pitch decks and presenting to Boards.
Andrew has the pleasure of working as a fractional CFO with many inspiring business leaders around the Greater Boston region .
Specialist Skills
Analytics Wizard
Over 25 years analyzing, evaluating and reporting on financials
Budgeting & Forecasting
Developed over 100 annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
Exit Planning
Worked with CEO to position companies for successful exit
Strategic Thinker
Partnered with Sales to implement novel pricing stratgies to drive revenue
People Manager
Developed team from 1 to 22, providing advancement opportunities along the way
Track Record Highlights
- Scaled Fintech company from 30 to 225 people, exited at >25x EBITDA
- Started and sold biotech company at >35x EBITDA
- Expanded 3 companies from US to Europe
- Expanded 2 companies from Europe to US
- Raised over $20m in equity and debt fundraises
- Managed $350m P&L of $2B multinational
Sector Experience
- Technology, Media & Telecoms: B2B, SaaS & Fintech
- Healthcare: Biotech
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