Fractional CFO for Manufacturing
Production costing, inventory management, and cash cycle optimization for manufacturers. Control your working capital.
Financial Challenges in Manufacturing
Running a manufacturing business comes with unique financial complexities. Sound familiar?
Working capital trapped
Raw materials, WIP, and finished goods tie up cash. The conversion cycle feels endless.
Cost allocation complexity
Direct costs, overheads, waste - understanding true product costs is difficult.
Seasonal demand variations
Production needs to anticipate demand. Cash requirements swing dramatically.
Supplier payment pressure
Raw material suppliers want payment faster than customers pay you.
CFO Solutions for Manufacturing
Finley provides the financial intelligence manufacturing businesses need, at a fraction of traditional CFO costs.
Cash conversion analysis
Track how long cash is tied up from purchase to collection. Identify opportunities to accelerate.
Cost categorization
Separate raw materials, labour, overheads, and operating expenses automatically.
Cash forecasting
Project cash needs based on production schedules and sales forecasts.
Supplier payment optimization
Balance early payment discounts against cash preservation.
Results for Manufacturing
What manufacturing businesses achieve with Finley
Get Started in 3 Steps
From upload to insights in 60 seconds. No financial expertise required.
Upload Your Data
Export a CSV from your bank or accounting software and upload it to Finley.
AI Analysis
Our AI analyzes your manufacturing-specific financial patterns in seconds.
Get Actionable Insights
Receive your financial health score, cash flow forecast, and personalized recommendations.
FAQs for Manufacturing
Common questions from manufacturing businesses
Can you integrate with our ERP system?
Finley works with CSV exports from any system including SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, and Sage. Direct ERP integrations are available for Enterprise customers.
How do you handle inventory valuation?
Finley focuses on cash flow rather than inventory accounting. We track what you spend on inventory and when that cash returns through sales. For inventory valuation methods (FIFO, LIFO, average), work with your accountant.
Can you help with make vs buy decisions?
Finley provides the cost data you need. If you're tracking in-house production costs versus outsourced alternatives, we can show you the financial comparison to inform your decision.
CFO Intelligence at Startup-Friendly Prices
Traditional CFOs cost £150,000+/year. Fractional CFOs charge £50,000+. Finley delivers the same strategic insights for manufacturing businesses starting at £49/month.
- Free tier with no credit card required
- Pro plan from £49/month
- 100% money-back guarantee
- Unlimited analyses
- 3-6 month cash forecasting
- Automated monthly reports
- Priority support
Ready to Transform Your Manufacturing Finances?
Join manufacturing businesses that have discovered hidden cash leaks and accelerated growth with Finley.
No credit card required • 60-second analysis • Money-back guarantee