Shaker Hills Advisory Shaker Hills Advisory
Fractional CFO Services

Strategic Financial Leadership, Built for Your Business

Shaker Hills Advisory brings executive-level financial expertise to startups and growing businesses, without the cost of a full-time hire.

Christopher Oatway, Managing Director of Shaker Hills Advisory
Your Advisor
Christopher Oatway
Fractional CFO & Financial Strategist
30+ Years Experience
20+ Clients Served
Why Shaker Hills

The right financial
partner changes everything

01
Cost-Effective Leadership

Access executive-level financial guidance at a fraction of the cost of a full-time CFO, and scale up or down based on where your business is today.

02
Proven Track Record

Thirty years of finance, operations, and strategy leadership across private, family-owned, family office, and private equity structures. Former CFO at NER Holdings, ION Worldwide, BKON, and BikeCo.

03
Strategic Insights

We don't just manage the numbers. We translate your financial data into clear, actionable decisions: budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and beyond.

04
A True Extension of Your Team

We work alongside your leadership as a collaborative partner, not a vendor, integrating into your operations and aligning with your long-term goals.

What We Offer

Services tailored
to where you are

Every engagement is built around your specific needs. Whether you need foundational financial structure or high-level strategic guidance, we have a model that fits.

I
CFO Essentials
You're looking for

Support with monthly, quarterly, and annual closing of your company's financial records, alongside key metrics and targeted guidance on how to improve the financial health of your business.

II
CFO Professional
You're looking for

Core CFO services, plus more strategic guidance and overall operational advisory integrated into your leadership team.

III
CFO Boardroom
You're looking for

Year-end records prepared and organized for your CPA to complete your corporate tax return, along with a deep-dive session into your organization and a structured plan for future growth.

Not sure which service fits? Let's talk through it.

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How We Work

A partnership built
on clarity and trust

At Shaker Hills Advisory, we see ourselves as an extension of your team. We work collaboratively with your leadership to understand your business, its challenges, and its goals, then build a financial engagement model around them.

Start the Conversation
01
Initial Consultation

We begin with a no-pressure conversation to understand your business, your pain points, and what financial leadership would look like for you.

02
Tailored Engagement Plan

We propose a service scope matched to your stage of growth, whether you need a few hours per week or a dedicated ongoing partnership.

03
Seamless Integration

We embed into your existing operations and leadership rhythm, attending key meetings, reviewing financial data, and providing timely guidance.

04
Ongoing Strategic Oversight

As your business evolves, our engagement evolves with it, providing the financial clarity you need at every stage of growth.

Client Testimonials

What our clients say

"

Chris has been able to help bring simplicity and clarity to our financials while teaching our finance team to be as independent and self-sufficient as possible. Chris is always just a call away when questions arise. His accessibility and exceptional customer service is a refreshing virtue in the business world today. I would recommend giving Chris an opportunity to lend a helping hand to your company as well.

Adam Berry
COO, As Close As Family
Who We Serve

Built for businesses
ready to grow

Company Types
  • Startups & Early-Stage
  • Small & Mid-Sized Businesses
  • Family-Owned Businesses
Industries
  • Medical Device
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Home Healthcare
  • Food & Beverage
  • Data Processing
  • Sustainable Packaging
  • Technology
  • Consumer Electronics
No Matter Your Industry

Financial leadership that helps you thrive.

Whether you're navigating rapid growth, preparing for a raise, or simply need better visibility into your financials, Shaker Hills Advisory is the partner you've been looking for.

Let's Talk
Ready to Get Started?

Take the next step toward
financial clarity

Reach out today. No pressure, just a conversation about where you are and where you want to go.

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