Finance Taking Up Too Much Headspace? We Fix That.
Most founders reach out when finance starts getting in the way of building the business.
Fundraising conversations are coming up, investors are asking sharper questions, and while the numbers exist, explaining them feels harder than it should.
Instead of supporting decisions, finance starts slowing them down. That’s usually the moment founders look for help.
When a Fractional CFO is the Right Move
A fractional CFO is the right move when your business has outgrown its current finance setup. This usually looks like:
The finance setup worked before, but no longer scales with the business
Fundraising is coming up and no one owning the numbers end to end
Finance is handled at an accounting level, but not at a decision-making level
What We Do
How Our CFOs Can Help You
Our CFOs add senior finance muscle where it matters most.
That includes financial planning and forecasts, cash flow and runway visibility, fundraising models and investor updates, budgets, KPIs, and financial controls.
We also help build or fix finance teams, systems, and reporting as the business scales.
The goal is better decisions, faster.
Results From Past Clients
Clear Runway and Cash Flow Visibility
13-week cash flow forecasting and live KPIs so founders can see exactly how long they have and what decisions matter next.
Smarter Fundraising and Capital Structure
Reviewed cash flow, working capital, and balance sheet to reduce equity funding needs by up to 40% through alternative financing.
Faster Month-End and Better Reporting
Improved systems and processes so finance closes earlier, reporting is clearer, and investors get answers faster.
Improved Cash Collection and Cost Control
Identified cost savings and tightened receivables, improving cash flow and reducing debtor days within months.
Why Foundational
Clarity Over Complexity
We work with CFOs who have done this before. People who understand how startups actually operate, not just how finance should look in theory.
Each CFO is matched to your stage and needs, so the support feels relevant and useful. Engagements are flexible, whether you need fractional support, interim leadership, or help on a specific project.
Foundational is trusted by founders and investors across Southeast Asia and beyond because the focus stays on clarity, judgment, and decision-making.
Led by Chris Laxton
Chris Laxton started in Big 4 audit at Deloitte before leading finance roles across APAC, including CFO at Lanturn, where he scaled the team from 16 to 80 and supported two equity raises, a debt raise, and 4x revenue growth over 2.5 years. Today, through Foundational, he helps founders make sense of their numbers, raise capital with confidence, and scale their finance function.
What People Say
Hear From Our Clients
I have had the privilege of working closely with Foundational over the past few months. Chris has been an invaluable asset to our team, providing exceptional guidance in building comprehensive financial dashboards and crafting insightful board decks.
Shayna Teh
Food Market Hub
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