Fractional CFO
Model – What
is next
Paul Young CPA CGA
Senior Data and AI Thought Leader
August 4, 2025
Paul Young CPA CGA Bio
• Subject Matter Expert – Close, Consolidate and Reporting Cycle
• Subject Matter Expert – Public Governance and Reporting
• Subject Matter Expert – Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Policy Development and Reporting
• Subject Matter Expert – Data Integration and Data Management
• Subject Matter Expert – Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA)
• Subject Matter Expert – Customer Success Management (Data, AI, Platform, and Security
• Subject Matter Expert – Risk and Compliance (Emergency, Risk, and Crisis Planning and Reporting)
• Senior Matter Expert – Integrated Planning and Reporting
• Subject Matter Expert – Profitability Modelling and Supply Chain Management
Work Experience
• IBM- Various positions (December 2006 to March 2023)
• Deloitte Inc- Senior Consultant – Data and AI (June 2005 to November 20006)
• Transforce (formerly Dynamex) – Financial Analyst – August 2002 to June 2005)
• Linde (formerly Praxair) – Senior Accountant and Financial Analyst (January 1995 to November 2001
• Diamant Boart – Junior Accountant / Costing Clerk (July 1991 to December 1994)
Skills:
Data and AI (Cognos Controller, Planning Analytics (TM1), Cognos Analytics, OpenPages, Cloudpak for Data, Envisi, and WatsonX
Modeling: Microsoft Excel
Key engagements:
Graphic Packaging, KLA, Mark Anthony, Werner, Irving Oil, Algoma Central Marine, Carhartt, AECOM, Dole Fresh Vegetables Ancestry.com, Golden Enterprises, Apria Healthcare,
Century Communities, K Hovnanian Homes, Snap on Credit, Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL), A.W. Chesterton, and many others.
Strong Partner Relationships:
QueBit, eCapital, Revelwood, Intito, Cortell, Breakaway, Cubewise, 1Direction, Aramar , Converge Technology, BMA Group, Cortell Solutiosns, and many others
Email:
Paul_Young_CPA@outlook.com
Agenda
What is a Fractional CFO
Pros and Cons – Fractional CFO
Modernization of Accounting
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
What is next
My experience
What is next for the Fractional CFO
A fractional CFO provides strategic financial leadership on a temporary or part-time basis, typically for small to mid-
sized companies that lack the resources to hire a full-time executive. These professionals offer expertise in
budgeting, forecasting, fundraising, and M&A.
Pros and Cons – Fractional CFO
Pros and Cons – Fractional CFO
Modern Accounting and Fractional CFO
Data-Driven Decision-Making‍Modern accounting leverages the power of data analytics to extract meaningful
patterns and trends from financial data. Decision-makers can make informed choices based on comprehensive
analyses, fostering a proactive and strategic approach to financial management.
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO
Does your Organization need a Fractional CFO
Fractional CFO vs Virtual CFO
What is next for the Fractional CFO
What is next for the Fractional CFO
What is next for the Fractional CFO
What is next for the Fractional CFO
My experience
• CFO today requires a different level of skills- CFO broaden their influence-
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cpa-ca-cfo-activity-7356351954064691201-pTGa?utm_source=
share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance model is much different today- Institute of Internal Auditors CFO on audit quality,
setting standards and AI-
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_institute-of-internal-auditors-cfo-on-audit-activity-73574030871
89258240-wwDq?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-Tr
hrQzMeM
• CFO ability to navigate geopolitical and other events- 5 CFO priorities to navigate unsteady market conditions-
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-cfo-priorities-navigate-unsteady-market-conditions-paul-young-crvqc/
• Microsoft Excel is still primary business analytical tool used by private and public sector organizations for budgeting,
forecasting, planning, analysis, and reporting- Four Strategies for Faster Financial Forecasting – Metric –
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cfo-activity-7338592390410051584-_OCp?
utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM
• CFO ability to modernize data analytics and cyber programs as part of driving data governance- Risk leaders say
cybersecurity is business growth’s biggest threat-
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cio-cdo-cto-activity-7333478530082652160-vkbg?utm_source=
share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM
or https://www.virtru.com/blog/industry-updates/microsoft-data-breaches-2025
•
Additional Links
Highlights:
GDP- Public sector growth is outpacing the private sector growth-
https://www.mpamag.com/au/news/general/rbas-path-forward-grows-more-uncertain-economist/544003
Mining Sector- https://finimize.com/content/australian-miners-show-steady-cash-gains-and-project-updates
Small business confidence-
https://www.ainvest.com/news/australian-consumer-confidence-impact-equities-high-conviction-sectors-durable-goods-ai-dr
iven-fintech-2507/
Housing-
https://www.9news.com.au/national/prefabricated-home-australia-cba-financing/a84c53dc-649f-450d-b63a-a01400af15a7
Monetary policies- https://propertyupdate.com.au/why-the-rbas-job-is-only-going-to-get-harder/
Stock news and links-
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_european-indexes-rebound-as-focus-shifts-activity-735592915067675
0337-eJrT?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM
Contact Information:
Paul Young CPA CGA
Paul_Young_CGA@outlook.com

What is next for the Fractional CFO - August 2025

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    Fractional CFO Model –What is next Paul Young CPA CGA Senior Data and AI Thought Leader August 4, 2025
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    Paul Young CPACGA Bio • Subject Matter Expert – Close, Consolidate and Reporting Cycle • Subject Matter Expert – Public Governance and Reporting • Subject Matter Expert – Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Policy Development and Reporting • Subject Matter Expert – Data Integration and Data Management • Subject Matter Expert – Financial Planning and Analysis (FPA) • Subject Matter Expert – Customer Success Management (Data, AI, Platform, and Security • Subject Matter Expert – Risk and Compliance (Emergency, Risk, and Crisis Planning and Reporting) • Senior Matter Expert – Integrated Planning and Reporting • Subject Matter Expert – Profitability Modelling and Supply Chain Management Work Experience • IBM- Various positions (December 2006 to March 2023) • Deloitte Inc- Senior Consultant – Data and AI (June 2005 to November 20006) • Transforce (formerly Dynamex) – Financial Analyst – August 2002 to June 2005) • Linde (formerly Praxair) – Senior Accountant and Financial Analyst (January 1995 to November 2001 • Diamant Boart – Junior Accountant / Costing Clerk (July 1991 to December 1994) Skills: Data and AI (Cognos Controller, Planning Analytics (TM1), Cognos Analytics, OpenPages, Cloudpak for Data, Envisi, and WatsonX Modeling: Microsoft Excel Key engagements: Graphic Packaging, KLA, Mark Anthony, Werner, Irving Oil, Algoma Central Marine, Carhartt, AECOM, Dole Fresh Vegetables Ancestry.com, Golden Enterprises, Apria Healthcare, Century Communities, K Hovnanian Homes, Snap on Credit, Jones Lang Lasalle (JLL), A.W. Chesterton, and many others. Strong Partner Relationships: QueBit, eCapital, Revelwood, Intito, Cortell, Breakaway, Cubewise, 1Direction, Aramar , Converge Technology, BMA Group, Cortell Solutiosns, and many others Email: [email protected]
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    Agenda What is aFractional CFO Pros and Cons – Fractional CFO Modernization of Accounting Top Challenges facing the Fractional CFO What is next My experience
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    What is nextfor the Fractional CFO A fractional CFO provides strategic financial leadership on a temporary or part-time basis, typically for small to mid- sized companies that lack the resources to hire a full-time executive. These professionals offer expertise in budgeting, forecasting, fundraising, and M&A.
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    Pros and Cons– Fractional CFO
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    Pros and Cons– Fractional CFO
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    Modern Accounting andFractional CFO Data-Driven Decision-Making‍Modern accounting leverages the power of data analytics to extract meaningful patterns and trends from financial data. Decision-makers can make informed choices based on comprehensive analyses, fostering a proactive and strategic approach to financial management.
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    Top Challenges facingthe Fractional CFO
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    Top Challenges facingthe Fractional CFO
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    Top Challenges facingthe Fractional CFO
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    Top Challenges facingthe Fractional CFO
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    Top Challenges facingthe Fractional CFO
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    Does your Organizationneed a Fractional CFO
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    Fractional CFO vsVirtual CFO
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    What is nextfor the Fractional CFO
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    What is nextfor the Fractional CFO
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    What is nextfor the Fractional CFO
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    What is nextfor the Fractional CFO
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    My experience • CFOtoday requires a different level of skills- CFO broaden their influence- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cpa-ca-cfo-activity-7356351954064691201-pTGa?utm_source= share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM • Governance, Risk, and Compliance model is much different today- Institute of Internal Auditors CFO on audit quality, setting standards and AI- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_institute-of-internal-auditors-cfo-on-audit-activity-73574030871 89258240-wwDq?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-Tr hrQzMeM • CFO ability to navigate geopolitical and other events- 5 CFO priorities to navigate unsteady market conditions- https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-cfo-priorities-navigate-unsteady-market-conditions-paul-young-crvqc/ • Microsoft Excel is still primary business analytical tool used by private and public sector organizations for budgeting, forecasting, planning, analysis, and reporting- Four Strategies for Faster Financial Forecasting – Metric – https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cfo-activity-7338592390410051584-_OCp? utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM • CFO ability to modernize data analytics and cyber programs as part of driving data governance- Risk leaders say cybersecurity is business growth’s biggest threat- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_cio-cdo-cto-activity-7333478530082652160-vkbg?utm_source= share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM or https://www.virtru.com/blog/industry-updates/microsoft-data-breaches-2025 •
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    Additional Links Highlights: GDP- Publicsector growth is outpacing the private sector growth- https://www.mpamag.com/au/news/general/rbas-path-forward-grows-more-uncertain-economist/544003 Mining Sector- https://finimize.com/content/australian-miners-show-steady-cash-gains-and-project-updates Small business confidence- https://www.ainvest.com/news/australian-consumer-confidence-impact-equities-high-conviction-sectors-durable-goods-ai-dr iven-fintech-2507/ Housing- https://www.9news.com.au/national/prefabricated-home-australia-cba-financing/a84c53dc-649f-450d-b63a-a01400af15a7 Monetary policies- https://propertyupdate.com.au/why-the-rbas-job-is-only-going-to-get-harder/ Stock news and links- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/paul-young-055632b_european-indexes-rebound-as-focus-shifts-activity-735592915067675 0337-eJrT?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAIM-MEBMhXe8PGMy-h3IU-iZ-TrhrQzMeM
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Editor's Notes

  • #8 Source - The Top 5 Business Challenges for a Fractional CFO to Solve
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