Ben Hackley

Ben Hackley

CFO, Controller, Accounting Accepting new clients

Strategic CFO that finds the missing piece of the puzzle for business owners; building financial structure in the short term for long term cash flow and financial growth.

20+ years of experience

About Ben

I am a U.S. CPA, MBA with 25+ years experience in CFO roles across global Fortune 500, private equity and small, family business, heavy in manufacturing, distribution, eCommerce. I build forecasts and board reporting leadership can trust, lead fundraising and lender conversations, and set up finance teams and systems that scale. Clients value clear numbers, plain-English advice and a hands-on approach.

Impact

Recent Result

Eliminated uncertainty and guessing games, and identified risks and opportunities by implementing a rolling, 13 week cash forecast and 12 month complete financial forecast at a $11M manufacturer.

Company Size

Pre-revenue / Startup $0–1M revenue $1–10M $10–50M $50M+

Engagement Types

Fractional CFO Equity-based or deferred comp projects

Company Stages

Early-stage startup Scaling / Growth PE-backed Preparing for exit

Industries

Preferred Industries
Retail / Ecommerce Manufacturing Distribution Consumer Packaged Goods

Services

Strategy & Ongoing CFO Support Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis Cash Flow Management Fundraising / Capital Strategy M&A / Exit Preparation Board / Investor Reporting Accounting & Monthly Close Systems / AI / ERP Implementation Tax advisory

Education & Certifications

MBA
CPA

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