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Senior finance leadership for fundraising, scaling, audit, and exit — without the full-time hire.
Explore Fractional CFOCFO • STRATEGIC FINANCE • CONTROLLER
Finance for Payments.
Fractional CFO and controller services for vertical SaaS, fintech, and companies processing payments. Built for companies with $3-30M in ARR.
Collectly grows 3× after Series A
Keep raises $9M seed from a16z
Atrios saves $35K in R&D tax credits
Kabbage exits to Amex for $1B
31 companies guided through fundraise, growth, and exit.
We've helped B2B SaaS companies in payments raise over $400M, scale 2X-5X, and deliver $1.1B in exit value.
“Tim navigated Kabbage through near-zero runway — bringing financial discipline and analytical rigor — and prepared us for a premium exit.”
Co-Founder & CEO · Kabbage
$1B
Exit to American Express
“Tim brought financial clarity that let us scale profitably, grow the team, invest in sales & marketing, and move fast without worrying about cash or risk.”
Co-Founder & CEO · Collectly
“We overstaffed to meet demand. Then pipeline dried up, margins collapsed, payroll at risk. Tim showed path to profit and gave me confidence to act.”
CEO · Activate the Magic
$400M+
raised from a16z, Softbank
“We expanded too fast, but underestimated our cash needs. Tim modeled our options which helped get our investors back on board.”
CFO · StimLabs
Our clients are backed by the leading fintech investors
Invest in growth. Not G&A.
At seed to Series B, you don't need a full finance function in-house. But you do need accurate books, forecasts that inform decisions, and CFO judgment at pivotal moments. That's what Bridges delivers — at a fraction of the cost. And when you outgrow us, we'll tell you and help you hire.
In-house finance team$300–400K /yr + equity
Bridges
Live in 30 days
We've scaled 31 B2B SaaS companies — we know the playbook. No ramp period, no hand-holding.
100% embedded
We translate financials into decisions — on hiring, pricing, and fundraising — and hold accountability.
Month-to-month
Scale up or down as your needs change. No severance, no notice period, no awkward conversations.
Fractional CFO, Strategic Finance, and controller services — built for payments and fintech.
Forecasts that inform decisions
Models, metrics, and analysis that build conviction, drive alignment, and move your business forward.
Explore Strategic FinanceAccurate, timely financials
Clean books, efficient systems, and processes that make your company run responsibly — every month.
Explore Controller ServicesReal companies. Real outcomes.
Case study
Collectly builds finance operations in 90 days to accelerate growth after raising Series A
Collectly closed a $25M Series A with no finance infrastructure. Tim joined as the first finance hire – rebuilding the books to accrual standards, optimizing billing workflows, and delivering real-time revenue reporting by client — the foundation Collectly used to grow 3X over two years.
Read the case study100%+
Revenue growth momentum sustained
10 hrs
Saved weekly on finance operations
$200K+
Saved annually in G&A
“Tim brought financial clarity that let us scale profitably, grow the team, invest in sales & marketing, and move fast without worrying about cash or risk.”
Levon BrutyanCo-Founder & CEO · Collectly
Bridges brings specialized finance and operating experience to early-stage founders — before they're ready to build a full-time team.
Meet the teamBrought in at pivotal moments.
We do our best work when the stakes are high and deadlines are tight.
Where you
are today
are today
- Audit-ready financials and clean books
- Bottoms-up projections with defensible assumptions
- Narrative and pitch deck financial support
- Data room build-out and diligence readiness
- Internal controls documentation and gap assessment
- GAAP-compliant financials and revenue recognition
- Auditor coordination and workpaper support
- Policy and procedure documentation
- Clean, accurate financials that survive scrutiny
- Operational efficiency analysis and synergy modeling
- Equity waterfall and proceeds modeling
- Exit narrative and management presentation support
Where you
want to be
want to be
From onboarding to results — in 30 days
Most finance consultants hand you a report. We embed into your team, take ownership, and influence decisions.
Week 1
01 — Align
We evaluate financials, data, and tech stack. 1 hour of your time — we prioritize what matters most.
Weeks 1–4
02 — Build
We close books, build reporting, and deliver first analysis. 2–4 hours of your time — then we run.
Weeks 3–6
03 — Deliver
Financials, forecast, and action plan delivered. From here, monthly or quarterly cadence.
See what Bridges can do for you
Building something in payments? Let's get acquainted and explore how we can best support you.
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What services does Bridges offer?
Bridges is the extension of your team, taking care of all things finance. There are three ways to work with Bridges: Cash Management, Strategic Finance, and Fractional CFO. Cash Management starts from $5,000/month for companies below $3M ARR preparing for Series A. Strategic Finance starts from $10,000/month for companies above $3M ARR and includes all of Cash Management with deeper analysis. Fractional CFO starts from $15,000/month for post-Series A board accountability and includes Strategic Finance. Fractional CFO is never standalone or an add-on. Controller services are separate: from $1,750/month for cash books or from $2,750/month for accrual books. Accrual books are preferable when you are preparing a fundraise or have closed an institutional round, when your board or investors expect accrual reporting, or when you have deferred revenue, annual contracts billed upfront, or usage-based billing. You can keep your outside accountant. One-off financial modeling and data room readiness (financial diligence) each start from $10,000 and take 2-4 weeks.
How is Bridges different from other fractional CFO firms for startups?
We bring operating experience in vertical SaaS, B2B payments, and fintech, connect Stripe and billing data to financial decisions, and fix reporting at the source. Tim leads every engagement. Controller services are separate, and outside accountants are welcome. Monthly engagements have a three-month initial term, then continue month to month with 30 days' notice to cancel.
What company types does Bridges work with?
We work with vertical SaaS, B2B payments, and fintech across subscriptions, payments, and usage-based billing. Cash Management fits companies below $3M ARR preparing for Series A. Strategic Finance fits companies above $3M ARR. Fractional CFO fits post-Series A teams accountable to a board. Stage and responsibilities guide the scope, not a hard revenue cutoff.
When should a vertical SaaS, B2B payments, or fintech company hire a fractional CFO?
Fractional CFO starts from $15,000/month and includes Strategic Finance, board and investor reporting, and data-room readiness. It fits post-Series A companies accountable to a board. Before that, Cash Management and Strategic Finance cover cash, runway, models, and operating decisions.
How much does a fractional CFO cost for a vertical SaaS, B2B payments, or fintech company?
Fractional CFO starts from $15,000/month and includes Strategic Finance. Cash Management starts from $5,000/month and Strategic Finance starts from $10,000/month. Cash books are separate, from $1,750/month; accrual books from $2,750/month. Monthly engagements begin with three months, then continue month to month. After the initial term, cancel with 30 days' notice.
How do I get started with Bridges?
A 15-minute call is enough to assess your setup and confirm fit.
- Book an intro call on the Bridges website
- Bridges reviews your current setup, books, and stage
- You receive a scoped proposal with fixed pricing
- Onboarding begins within one to two weeks of signing
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