DelegateCFO vs 8020 Consulting: Which CFO Solution Fits Your Business?

When you’re choosing an outsourced CFO partner, you want true financial leadership that adapts to your business and protects you at every level. Both DelegateCFO and 8020 Consulting provide experienced CFO services—but their approach, flexibility, and unique strengths differ. Here’s how each stacks up, so you can make the best decision for your business.

Quick Comparison: DelegateCFO vs 8020 Consulting

Feature	DelegateCFO	8020Consulting

Dedicated CFOs	✔️ Industry-specific CFOs, directly engaged	✔️ Extensive finance team, may rotate consultants
Boutique, Personalized Approach	✔️ White-glove, high-touch client service	➖ More of a project consulting firm with team rotation possible
Flexible Engagements	✔️ Month-to-month, no long-term contracts	➖ Often project-based with multi-month minimums
Real Strategic Partnership	✔️ Deep collaboration; CFO acts as part of your leadership team	✔️ Strategic, but typically project-based and higher-level advisory
Direct Access to CFO	✔️ Work one-on-one with your assigned CFO	➖ Team model; working with principal or rotating consultants
Forensic Internal Control Review	✔️ Proactive, conducted by in-house forensic accountant	➖ Not standard; typically requires separate engagement or outside specialist
Hands-On Implementation	✔️ CFOs integrate and execute within your team	➖ More advisory/project-focused, implementation varies by engagement
Pricing Transparency	✔️ Simple, upfront pricing	➖ Custom pricing, typically scoped by project with variable rates
Startup & Growth Company Focus	✔️ Specialized in startups and mid-market businesses	✔️ Also serves mid-market and enterprise, broad industry focus

Why Choose DelegateCFO Over 8020Consulting?

1. Truly Personalized Attention

Work directly with an experienced CFO dedicated to your business, not a shifting team of consultants. You’ll have a single point of strategic, operational, and financial leadership.

2. Proactive Internal Control Review by a Forensic Accountant

DelegateCFO goes beyond standard CFO services by providing an in-depth internal control review performed by a forensic accountant. This unique safeguard helps protect your business from fraud and ensures strong financial controls, something not typically included with most consulting firms.

3. Flexible Engagements

DelegateCFO offers month-to-month flexibility with no long-term commitment, ensuring that our relationship works for your evolving business needs. 8020 Consulting often has project-based minimums or fixed scopes.

4. Hands-On Strategic & Operational Support

Our CFOs don’t just consult, they become part of your team, actively implementing changes and delivering measurable financial results.

5. Pricing Transparency

You get clear, upfront pricing with DelegateCFO, no surprises, no hidden fees. 8020 Consulting provides custom project quotes that may vary with each engagement.

When to Choose DelegateCFO

You want a CFO who will actively participate in leadership, board meetings, and strategic planning.
Your business requires agility, scale up or down as your needs change.
Personal touch, clear communication, and partnership are top priorities.
You’re a startup, growth-stage company, or mid-sized business seeking financial leadership that drives execution, not just advice.

When 8020Consulting Might Be a Fit

You have a large-scale, complex finance project requiring a team of consultants.
You need specialized short-term financial consulting.
You’re comfortable with a project-based structure and variable engagement terms.

The DelegateCFO Difference

DelegateCFO combines operational expertise, strategic guidance, and advanced safeguards, including forensic internal controls reviews. We become an extension of your team, providing not only advice but also the active leadership and implementation needed to move your business forward with confidence.

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Still comparing your options?

Check out our FAQs or read more success stories from companies who made the switch to DelegateCFO.

What is the biggest difference between DelegateCFO and 8020 Consulting?

DelegateCFO provides direct, ongoing access to a dedicated CFO who integrates with your team, while 8020 Consulting typically offers a rotating team of consultants focused on project-based work.

Does DelegateCFO provide a forensic review of internal controls?

Yes! DelegateCFO has a certified forensic accountant on staff who proactively reviews your internal controls to help guard against fraud and accounting errors, a specialized service not standard with most CFO consultancies.

Are engagements with DelegateCFO flexible?

Absolutely. DelegateCFO offers month-to-month contracts and customizable arrangements. 8020 Consulting often requires longer or project-based commitments.

Who will I interact with on a day-to-day basis?

With DelegateCFO, you’ll work directly with a single, experienced CFO. With 8020 Consulting, you may interact with several consultants depending on your project’s needs.

Will my CFO attend executive meetings and work hands-on

Yes, DelegateCFO’s CFOs become part of your team, attending leadership meetings and driving strategic and operational results. 8020 Consulting’s involvement is usually based on project scope.

How is pricing structured?

DelegateCFO offers transparent, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. 8020 Consulting provides custom pricing that varies by project type and complexity.

Is DelegateCFO a good fit for startups?

Yes! DelegateCFO specializes in serving startups, scale-ups, and mid-size businesses looking for accessible financial expertise and leadership.

How quickly can DelegateCFO’s services begin?

Most clients are matched and onboarded with a CFO within a week—much faster than most traditional consulting engagements.