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“One of the most critical components of my work is mentorship of management. As a strategic leader it is my job to see the bigger picture and break it down into an actionable plan that managers are able to comprehend easily and roll out in their departments.”

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Diesha Cooper

Fractional Chief Financial & Administrative Officer

As a Fractional Chief Financial and Administrative Officer I work alongside CEOs as a strategic partner during seasons of growth, transition, and operational strain. My background spans financial leadership, organizational structure, HR strategy, compliance, and systems architecture. I have guided struggling companies back to stability, rebuilt internal operations for scaling businesses, and mentored leadership teams into stronger decision-makers. My work blends strategic insight with steady operational direction, giving small businesses a level of executive support they would not normally have access to.

Scope of Work

Financial Leadership

  • Set financial strategy that supports long-term goals

  • Build budgets, forecasts, and reporting structures

  • Guide accounting teams and improve financial operations

  • Support the CEO with financial insight and scenario planning

HR and People Leadership

  • Direct compensation strategy and job architecture

  • Strengthen management capability through coaching

  • Establish performance expectations and workforce planning

  • Create clear policies, documentation, and accountability systems

Compliance, Legal, and Governance

  • Oversee compliance calendars and internal governance

  • Direct contract standards and risk management frameworks

  • Coordinate effectively with outside counsel

Technology and Systems Architecture

  • Evaluate and select operational and financial software

  • Design the technology stack to reduce friction and support growth

  • Oversee implementation and integration across departments

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with sales and marketing leadership using financial insight

  • Align operational capacity with growth initiatives

  • Ensure decisions are financially responsible and supported by systems

Target Organizations

I work with small organizations between $1 million to $20 million in revenue as an freelance, contract worker. My experience spans single members LLCs, small partnerships, S-corps, and non-profit organizations.