Every company needs a trusted financial executive. But for small and medium-sized companies, the needs can vary widely. Some companies do not yet require a full time or permanent CFO. Others have tried an on-staff CFO and found that the individual had experience that was more than was needed or not on point. Perhaps you are experiencing a growth spurt, have decided to grow with an acquisition, or are about to embark on a new systems conversion. These all require experience and specific skills for an important period of time.