FP&A Staff Augmentation

 

Client Overview:

A rapidly growing e-commerce company faced a critical challenge in managing its weekly cash operations. Despite being well-funded and scaling quickly, the client struggled to find and retain the right Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) talent to manage cash flow and forecasting effectively.

The Challenge:

The company needed an experienced FP&A professional to handle key responsibilities related to weekly cash management, including forecasting, variance analysis, and short-term liquidity planning. However, they encountered several roadblocks:

 

• Talent Shortage: They were unable to find candidates with the right blend of skills and experience in FP&A, especially those with a background in e-commerce and fast-paced environments.
• Cost Constraints: Most qualified candidates demanded high compensation, which was difficult to justify for a role requiring only 50% utilization.
• Operational Risk: The absence of a reliable resource was beginning to impact decision-making and financial clarity around liquidity.

 

Our Solution:

We stepped in to provide a tailored and efficient solution through our high-value delivery center in India. Our approach included:

 

• Talent Matching: We onboarded a dedicated FP&A professional under the staff augmentation model with specific expertise in weekly cash forecasting. This was an existing resource in our team who was already performing the same function for a family office operation
• Flexible Engagement Model: Recognizing the part-time nature of the role, we proposed a 50% utilization model, allowing the client to pay only for the time required.
• Cost Efficiency: By leveraging our delivery center in India, we delivered a cost-effective solution without compromising on quality or experience.

 

Results & Impact:

The outcome was transformative for the client:

 

• Immediate Value: The new FP&A resource seamlessly integrated with the finance team, taking over weekly cash management responsibilities from week one.
• 50% Utilization, 100% Impact: The flexible pricing model allowed the client to optimize costs while maintaining continuity and control.
• Strategic Clarity: Improved cash visibility enabled better short-term financial planning and more confident decision-making at the leadership level.
• Long-Term Partnership: The client has since explored additional support functions with us, recognizing the value of skilled offshore resources.