--- title: Lighthouse Finance Partners description: Trusted virtual CFO in Melbourne helping small businesses grow with clear financial insights. Explore tailored Virtual CFO packages and book a consultation. --- [Skip to content](https://lighthousefp.com.au#main-content) [![Lighthouse Finance Partners](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Lighthouse%20Finance%20Partners-LinkedinCoverImage-DARK%20on%20WHITE-1128x191@2x.png?width=250&height=74&name=Lighthouse%20Finance%20Partners-LinkedinCoverImage-DARK%20on%20WHITE-1128x191@2x.png)](https://lighthousefp.com.au) - [Home](https://lighthousefp.com.au) - [About](https://lighthousefp.com.au/about/) - [Services](https://lighthousefp.com.au/services/) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://lighthousefp.com.au) - [About](https://lighthousefp.com.au/about/) - [Services](https://lighthousefp.com.au/services/) - [Connect](https://lighthousefp.com.au/contact/) [Connect](https://lighthousefp.com.au/contact/) ###### TRUSTED VIRTUAL CFO BASED IN VICTORIA # Take control of your business finances Expert guidance, tailored insights, and support you can count on, without hiring a full-time CFO [Meet Ben, your trusted VCFO](https://lighthousefp.com.au/about/) ## Real CFO experience, real business impact With over 20 years experience as a Chartered Accountant and hands-on CFO in both the public and private sectors, from large corporates to high-growth international startups, we've seen what it takes to make a business financially sound and future-ready. Lighthouse Finance Partners was founded to bring that same level of strategic financial support to small and medium-sized businesses at a fraction of the cost of a full-time hire. We don’t just offer advice, we become a trusted part of your team, delivering clarity, control, and confidence in your financial decisions. ✔ 20+ years of global finance leadership ✔ Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ) ✔ Former CFO & Financial Controller ✔ Working virtually with clients across Australia - ![Flow State Client](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Flow%20State%20Client.png?width=225&height=225&name=Flow%20State%20Client.png) - ![Happy Souls Kids client](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Happy%20Souls%20Kids%20client.png?width=225&height=225&name=Happy%20Souls%20Kids%20client.png) - ![Irrewarra Sourdough client 2](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Irrewarra%20Sourdough%20client%202.png?width=224&height=224&name=Irrewarra%20Sourdough%20client%202.png) - ![Assemble client](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Assemble%20client.png?width=500&height=500&name=Assemble%20client.png) - ![Otway_Pasta_Company_Logo](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Otway_Pasta_Company_Logo.jpg?width=1000&height=1000&name=Otway_Pasta_Company_Logo.jpg) - ![Wild Boar Client 2](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Wild%20Boar%20Client%202.jpg?width=225&height=225&name=Wild%20Boar%20Client%202.jpg) - ![Otway Precast Client 2](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Otway%20Precast%20Client%202.jpg?width=900&height=900&name=Otway%20Precast%20Client%202.jpg) - ![Jacka Brothers Pest Control Client](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Jacka%20Brothers%20Pest%20Control%20Client.png?width=225&height=225&name=Jacka%20Brothers%20Pest%20Control%20Client.png) PROJECT HIGHLIGHT ## Otway Pasta Company When growth started to outpace visibility, Otway Pasta Company needed help managing finances, forecasting cash flow, and supporting sustainable decision-making. Lighthouse Finance Partners became their virtual CFO; streamlining reporting, cleaning up systems, and helping shift from reactive to proactive planning. ✔ Clearer financial insights ✔ Less reliance on the owner ✔ Stronger foundations for future growth "Ben is, and will continue to be, an integral part of OPC."  - Steve Robinson, Owner ![Otway Pasta Co 1000 x 750](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20images/Otway%20Pasta%20Co%201000%20x%20750.png?width=1067&height=800&name=Otway%20Pasta%20Co%201000%20x%20750.png) [Read more about Otway Pasta Company](https://lighthousefp.com.au/otway-pasta-company/) ## Flexible CFO services that fit your small business Whether you're preparing for growth, looking to improve cash flow, or simply need better visibility into your numbers, Lighthouse Finance Partners offers the clarity and confidence you need.  Our virtual CFO packages are tailored to your goals and budget, so you get the expertise of a seasoned CFO without the overhead. ![Flexible CFO services](https://lighthousefp.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/Website%20images/Untitled%20design%20(5).png?width=1200&height=800&name=Untitled%20design%20(5).png) ## Our CFO services ### Budgeting, forecasting & scenario planning ### Management reporting (actual vs budget) ### Cash flow analysis ### KPI dashboard & board reporting ### Equity & debt funding support ### CAPEX & commercial opportunity reviews ### Accounting systems setup & improvement ### Strategic finance consulting for SMEs [Explore more](https://lighthousefp.com.au/services/) ## Every business is different, but the need for sound financial leadership is the same Lighthouse Finance Partners has worked with a range of industries, offering CFO- level insight and practical support for founders, operators, and leadership teams. Food & beverage manufacturing Precast concrete & construction Performing arts & creative organisations SaaS and tech Wholesale & retail Growth-stage startups ## Your business deserves more than just tax compliance & bookkeeping If you're wearing too many hats, struggling to see the full financial picture and not getting the support you need, it’s time to partner with a Virtual CFO who’s been there. Let’s talk about what’s possible. 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