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Small business owners, startups, private equity, and management consulting firms hire corporate finance freelancers from Toptal for strategic projects such as financial planning, financial modeling, business plans, and financial data analyses.

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Tim Anderson

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC-10:00
United States
Toptal Member Since September 12, 2022

With 15 years as an expert in corporate finance, Tim has successfully helped several firms grow their revenue by 300–500% while maintaining or increasing their profit margins. He has served as the director of finance for the largest tile contractor and CFO of the second largest drywall and painting contractor in the State of Hawaii. He enjoys freelancing as it provides an opportunity to share his skillset and help people grow their businesses and their dreams.

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Dimitre Krouchev

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC-08:00
United States
Toptal Member Since September 20, 2022

Dimitre is a financial consultant who has worked with over 50 clients in multiple corporate finance roles, such as interim CFO, VP of finance, and senior associate, helping startups and SMBs raise over 77 million in debt and equity financing. Dimitre was a former senior associate at Triple Enterprises, a top financial advisory firm in Los Angeles, and was the first senior associate to be offered partner there.

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Salman Virani

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC-05:00
Canada
Toptal Member Since October 5, 2020

Salman is a strategic M&A leader with 14+ years of experience driving acquisitions, valuations, and deal execution across diverse sectors. He managed over 50 transactions valued at $5+ billion, demonstrating expertise in deal lifecycle management, cross-functional leadership, and integration strategies. Salman is adept at fostering relationships with intermediaries, acquisition targets, and stakeholders to identify and nurture M&A opportunities that align with strategic growth objectives.

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Jake LaJoie

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC-05:00
United States
Toptal Member Since August 7, 2020

Jake has a unique combination of private equity, investment banking, corporate finance, and operations experience. Over the course of his career, he has completed 16 principal investments totaling $480 million of equity and more than $15 billion of M&A and corporate finance transactions. He enjoys the excitement of freelance consulting because each engagement is different and intellectually stimulating.

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Nick Eloff

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+00:00
United Kingdom
Toptal Member Since July 18, 2022

Nick is a corporate finance advisor with 10 years of experience in cross-border transactions between Europe and Africa, targeting capital raising, M&A, and various liquidity events. He worked across a broad range of industries, including banking and finance, energy, and technology, media, and telecom (TMT). After the IPO of the first SPAC in Africa while at Macquarie Capital, Nick migrated into the CFO and COO roles at the intersection of traditional corporate finance and operations.

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Paul Smith, CFA, CFM

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+00:00
Thailand
Toptal Member Since January 25, 2023

Paul is a financial modeling expert whose knowledge and experience cover the nexus of accounting, finance, and financial models through his CA, CFA, and CFM qualifications. He has received the FMWC Top Newcomer Award twice. He possesses proven experience building integrated financial models. As an ex-Big Four accountant, Paul was selected to teach the Advanced Financial Modeler tuition sessions for the FMI.

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Aleksandar Pavlovic

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+01:00
Serbia
Toptal Member Since August 1, 2022

Aleksandar is a passionate finance, business, and technology professional with 14 years of progressive experience devoted to understanding and improving the correlation between core business, finance, and technology. He has successfully served, advised, and supported top management with the necessary information for decision-making. Aleksandar's areas of expertise include digital transformation, corporate finance, financial and management reporting, FP&A, and cost management.

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Zane Reiter

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+02:00
Latvia
Toptal Member Since January 17, 2018

Zane is an international corporate finance professional with over 20 years of experience across a wide spectrum of industries and has completed over $8 billion in M&A and capital raising transactions. Notably, he successfully marketed a $1 billion Canadian LNG opportunity to a consortium of Asian investors. He enjoys freelancing to help a wide variety of clients on M&A, corporate finance, strategic advisory, and capital projects and transactions.

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Venkatraman Jaishankar

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+05:00
India
Toptal Member Since June 29, 2021

Venky is a seasoned corporate finance and strategy professional with over 13 years of experience with global banks such as Morgan Stanley and Standard Chartered. He has led the execution of some of India's largest M&A transactions, such as Diageo-United Spirits, Sembcorp-Green Infra, Lafarge Holcim-Siam City, and Ultratech-Jaypee. His choice to freelance is motivated by the variety of opportunities and situations it provides while offering the flexibility to pursue other passions and hobbies.

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Xiang Jie Chung

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+08:00
Singapore
Toptal Member Since June 10, 2024

Xiang Jie is a vice president of finance at Carro, Southeast Asia's largest automotive marketplace. He has secured over $500 million in capital, overseeing a tenfold surge in revenue and entry into three new markets across APAC. Currently, he is focusing on various areas of corporate finance, including M&A, FP&A, transformation, and restructuring. Xiang Jie has also spent several years building well-rounded finance skills, including serving as an auditor, consultant, and financial controller.

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Eamonn Barrett

Freelance Corporate Finance Consultant
Verified Expert in Management Consulting
UTC+10:00
Australia
Toptal Member Since June 17, 2020

Eamonn is an operational mid-market investment banker with deal experience in technology, industrial, and professional services. With a large network of business executives and investors and years of experience as a business owner/operator, he is uniquely positioned to advise business owners on capital raising and M&A from the perspective of a business owner.

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How to Hire Corporate Finance Consultants Through Toptal

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Talk to One of Our Client Advisors

A Toptal client advisor will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.
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Work With Hand-selected Talent

Within days, we'll introduce you to the right corporate finance consultant for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.
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The Right Fit, Guaranteed

Work with your new corporate finance consultant for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

EXCEPTIONAL TALENT

How We Source the Top 3% of Corporate Finance Consultants

Our name “Toptal” comes from Top Talent—meaning we constantly strive to find and work with the best from around the world. Our rigorous screening process identifies experts in their domains who have passion and drive.

Of the thousands of applications Toptal sees each month, typically fewer than 3% are accepted.

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Capabilities of Corporate Finance Consultants

Toptal corporate finance consultants help companies make high-stakes financial decisions with clarity and precision. From forecasting and valuation to merger and acquisition (M&A) strategy and risk management, they deliver actionable insights that drive long-term value, improve cash flow, and support informed investment decisions.

Financial Model Development

Financial models serve as the analytical backbone of corporate planning and fundraising. Toptal consultants build dynamic financial models that test growth scenarios, assess capital needs, and provide a data-driven foundation for budgeting, investment, and strategic planning.

Statement Analysis

Detailed financial statement analysis reveals the true health of a business. Our finance experts dive deep into balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows to surface trends, identify inefficiencies, and shape strategies that improve financial health.

M&A Transaction Strategy

M&A advisory demands financial rigor and strategic clarity at every stage. Toptal specialists support buy-side and sell-side transactions through financial due diligence, scenario modeling, and deal structuring that reflects long-term business goals.

Capital Structure Optimization

A well-balanced capital structure is essential for growth and resilience. Our finance professionals assess debt capacity, equity strategies, and financing alternatives to recommend structures that balance flexibility, cost, and shareholder value.

Business Valuation Services

Accurate valuation anchors decisions across fundraising, M&A, and strategic planning. Toptal finance specialists apply proven methods like DCF, comps, and precedent transactions to determine enterprise value with precision and context.

Cash Flow and Liquidity Planning

Cash flow planning helps stabilize operations and support long-term growth. Our consultants evaluate working capital cycles, optimize receivables and payables, and implement short- and long-term cash flow strategies to help businesses stay agile and solvent.

Strategic Fundraising Support

Fundraising strategy ties capital needs to investor expectations and market timing. Toptal finance consultants create investor decks, build funding models, and craft sourcing strategies that position companies to attract capital aligned with their vision and stage.

Risk Management

Effective financial risk planning reduces exposure to volatility and loss. Our finance experts identify exposure to interest rate shifts, credit risk, and operational volatility, then build mitigation frameworks that match the business’s risk profile.

Cost Optimization Strategy

Financial efficiency requires more than across-the-board cuts. Toptal consultants perform deep cost analysis, isolate drivers of inefficiency, and restructure workflows to unlock sustainable savings without compromising core capabilities.

Investment Evaluation and Planning

Thorough investment evaluation aligns capital use with long-term value creation. Our finance professionals assess new initiatives, acquisitions, or internal projects for ROI, payback period, and strategic fit so that every investment supports long-term performance and growth.

FAQs

  • How quickly can you hire with Toptal?

    Typically, you can hire corporate finance consultants with Toptal in about 48 hours. For larger teams of talent or Managed Delivery, timelines may vary. Our talent matchers are highly skilled in the same fields they’re matching in—they’re not recruiters or HR reps. They’ll work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics, and match you with ideal candidates from our vetted global talent network.

    Once you select your corporate finance consultant, you’ll have a no-risk trial period to ensure they’re the perfect fit. Our matching process has a 98% trial-to-hire rate, so you can rest assured that you’re getting the best fit every time.

  • To hire the right corporate finance consultant, it’s important to evaluate a candidate’s experience, technical skills, and communication skills. You’ll also want to consider the fit with your particular industry, company, and project. Toptal’s rigorous screening process ensures that every member of our network has excellent experience and skills, and our team will match you with the perfect corporate finance consultants for your project.

  • At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our corporate finance consultants to ensure we only match you with the highest caliber of talent. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut.

    In addition to screening for industry-leading expertise, we also assess candidates’ language and interpersonal skills to ensure that you have a smooth working relationship.

    When you hire corporate finance consultants with Toptal, you’ll always work with world-class, custom-matched corporate finance consultants ready to help you achieve your goals.

  • You can hire corporate finance consultants on an hourly, part-time, or full-time basis. Toptal can also manage the entire project from end-to-end with our Managed Delivery offering. Whether you hire an expert for a full- or part-time position, you’ll have the control and flexibility to scale your team up or down as your needs evolve. Our corporate finance consultants can fully integrate into your existing team for a seamless working experience.

  • We make sure that each engagement between you and your corporate finance consultant begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

Tap Into World-class Talent

  • Trusted Talent Only

    Trusted Talent Only

    All of our talent are seasoned professionals who ramp up quickly, readily contribute as core team members, and work with you to minimize onboarding time.

  • The Right Fit

    The Right Fit

    We have a knack for matching you with the right fit. Start working with your new hire on a no-risk trial period, paying only if satisfied.

  • Scale as Needed

    Scale as Needed

    Hire talent within 48 hours and scale your team up or down as needed, no strings attached.

  • Seamless Hiring

    Seamless Hiring

    We handle all aspects of billing, payments, and NDA’s. Let us take care of the overhead while you focus on building great products.

  • Flexible Engagements

    Flexible Engagements

    Choose the engagement type that suits your needs — hourly, part-time, or full-time — with the ability to change anytime.

  • Expert Talent Matching

    Expert Talent Matching

    Focus on your project and enjoy support from your dedicated account executive and expert talent matcher.

Top Corporate Finance Consultants Are in High Demand.

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