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Fractional CFO Firm in Kansas City
We provide fractional CFO services and controller services to Kansas City businesses.
As Kansas City’s premier fractional CFO firm, we provide businesses with expert financial leadership, strategic guidance, and actionable insights to drive sustainable growth.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Eric and the team have quickly become irreplaceable for our company. When we first sat down they said they truly wanted to become partners and not another vendor. They proved this within the first month of working with them. I can't recommend them enough. They are incredibly responsive, kind, and knowledgeable and have tackled our complex accounting challenges in record time. They provide valuable insights into both our financial history and future planning. They've taken the time to clarify fundamental accounting best practices in a way that’s easy to understand and immediately useful. We especially appreciate their support for local and women-owned businesses. Sentinel Finance Group is a rare find and the kind of long-term partner every small business hopes for.
Owner, Mascot Junction
I'm very glad we invited Eric onto our team. Mascot Junction is a fairly small, but growing, company and we were looking to bring someone on that could help us see over the horizon and develop a set of metrics and systems to monitor our financial health and help ensure greater success of reaching our goals. Eric was definitely the right person for the job. He rolled up his sleeves, learned our business quickly, and was pointing out areas of opportunity (and concerns) at our first meeting. While we were not big enough to justify the cost of a full-time CFO, we were growing fast enough that we needed more sophisticated financial management skills, so the Fractional CFO services offered through Sentinel Finance were a good solution for us.
Managing Partner, Clemons Real Estate
I've had an excellent experience working with Eric. I've engaged Eric as my fractional controller to bring systems, organization and leadership to my bookkeeping team and he has done just that. He is direct, to the point and gets things done in a timely fashion. He leads our monthly financial meetings and presents all the information in an easy to understand fashion. I would highly recommend.
Founder, 42, Inc.
Eric was our CFO for 10 years. He provided monthly financial reporting to our board and helped our staff accountant with monthly closes. I was very happy with his expertise and leadership and I knew I could always count on him to answer my questions. It was really great to work with him and I highly recommend his company Sentinel Finance Group.
Founder, Diversity Telehealth
Eric with Sentinel Finance Group has provided professional, knowledgeable and helpful information when advising me on financial matters. Meetings have been productive. Our interactions have provided clarity on financial statements and strategies. I definitely recommend him.
Founder, The Next Paige Talent Agency
Eric and his team are incredibly knowledgeable and have assisted me in developing a more strategic approach to achieving growth for my business. I highly recommend!
Owner, Cross Construction
A great resource for anyone needing business financials or help planning. Look forward to working with Sentinel Finance Group for many years to come.
Controller, 42, Inc.
I've worked with Eric for the past 4 years and he has always been very thorough, knowledgeable and approachable. I highly recommend his services, whether you're an established company or just starting out.
Signs You Need a Fractional CFO
Increasing Financial Complexity
Your business is expanding, but revenue growth isn’t translating to predictable profits or cash flow. Increasing financial complexity—across locations, revenue streams, or investor relationships—makes it harder to make confident decisions.
Accounting Support Limitations
Accountants and CPAs are vital for compliance, tax preparation, and historical reporting—but they typically do not provide forward-looking strategy.
Weak Financial Structure
Key decisions—hiring, expansion, capital investment, or financing—require both speed and expertise. Without strong financial infrastructure, these decisions can be risky or delayed.
Leadership Time Constraints
As the owner or CEO, you may be buried in spreadsheets and daily financial details instead of focusing on growth, clients, or strategy.
What Do We Provide?
Sentinel Finance Group provides the strategic financial partnership needed to manage growth with clarity and control. We align your financial systems, budgets, and strategy so you can make informed decisions and move your business forward with confidence.
Professional Financials
We deliver professional, accurate financials that clearly communicate your company’s story and support confident decision-making.
Financial Strategy and Leadership
We turn financial data into forward-looking strategy, using forecasting and scenario planning to guide growth while freeing you to focus on the business.
Scalable Processes
We design and streamline financial systems that scale with your business—creating clear reports, efficient workflows, and audit-ready processes.
Budgeting & Cash Flow Forecasting
We build budgets and cash flow forecasts that help you anticipate change, invest wisely, and keep your business positioned for growth.
Why Choose Us
Trusted Advisors
We act as an extension of your leadership team, providing clarity and direction.
Local & Collaborative
We work side by side with your team, meeting at your office regularly to stay connected and keep communication clear.
All-Inclusive Services
From detailed accounting to high-level strategy, we provide complete financial management.
Focused Expertise
We deliver financial strategies and solutions tailored to the unique challenges of industries such as real estate, construction, and law.
Premium Fractional CFO Services
Our Expertise
Our team brings decades of experience providing CFO and controller services to small and mid-sized businesses across the United States. Based in the Kansas City area, we specialize in serving clients in real estate, construction, and law, delivering the financial leadership and strategic insight needed to drive sustainable growth.
In addition to these core industries, we have extensive experience across a broad range of sectors, including manufacturing, professional services, nonprofit organizations, and technology. Regardless of industry, our commitment remains the same — to provide dependable financial guidance, operational clarity, and measurable results.
Values we live by
1
Wisdom
We weigh both short-term and long-term implications and consider those affected by our choices.
2
Integrity
We act with honesty, dependability, and transparency in every interaction.
3
leadership
We lead with confidence in our expertise and principles, offering steady guidance.
4
communication & relationships
We build strong relationships through clear communication, appreciation, and mutual respect.
5
service
We serve our community with purpose, guided by our faith and values.
6
Extreme Ownership
We own our outcomes fully—both the results and the process that leads to them.
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