Startups have different needs at different times - and I adapt my role to match.
How I typically support teams:
As a Builder - setting up tools, processes, and reports
As a Mentor - guiding existing staff through best practices
As a Partner - stepping in as fractional CFO
As a Bridge - covering operations until your permanent hire is in place
Lay the Foundation
I design and implement lean finance systems that scale - from invoice to financial statements.
Plan with Confidence
Fundraising, runway planning, and decision-making - I build clear, flexible models tailored to your business logic.
Stay in Control
Get timely reporting, variance analysis, and a clear view on what drives your numbers - no fluff, just actionable insights and results to share with stakeholders.
Grow with Clarity
I act as your finance partner - helping shape strategy, guide your team, and make sure you are investor-ready at every stage.
I specialize in providing financial expertise to early-stage startups and SMEs, helping them build a structured and scalable finance function. My services cater to both companies without a dedicated finance team and those with existing finance staff in need of senior-level guidance.
Who I Work With:
Geographic Focus
I primarily operate in the DACH region and the United Kingdom, offering region-specific financial expertise, system implementations, and reporting frameworks tailored to each market.
Company Set Up
Startups without a finance department
Companies with a junior finance team
Company Stage
Pre-Seed to Series A startups
Bootstrapped businesses
Although every company is unique, these are typical challenges and solutions for each stage:
Lean Setup, Fast Decisions
Need: Proof of concept and clarity before hiring a CFO or finance team.
Finance tool (light) and workflow setup
Financial Modeling for Fundraising
Basic KPI Tracking
Result: Clarity to make key hiring and investment decisions.
Scaling Up, Investor Readiness
Need: Structure, consistency, and deeper reporting.
Timely and reliable financial reporting
Robust financial model with scenario planning
Team upskilling and internal handover
Result: Reliable numbers and processes that grow with the company.
How I Help
1. Discovery Call with Founding Team
2. Individual Evaluation and Implementation Proposal
3. Onboarding and Implementation
4. Ongoing Collaboration and Optional Handover
Contact Details
📧 Email: dominik@schwoerer-consult.com
📞 Phone: +47 413 86 872
🔗 LinkedIn: Dominik Schwörer