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In today’s fast-paced business landscape, real-time financial clarity isn’t optional—it’s critical. Whether you’re a fast-growing startup, a foreign entity navigating Indian regulations, or a founder juggling growth and compliance, our Virtual CFOs become your financial compass.
From forecasting to board reporting and fundraising to ROC filings, we integrate seamlessly into your operations to deliver strategic guidance without the cost of a full-time hire. Think of Mercurius as your financial brain trust: sharp, scalable, and always one step ahead.
Let’s turn your financial chaos into clarity—remotely, reliably, and resourcefully.
Who is this for?
Startups & Founders
Perfect for those raising funds or seeking financial clarity before a big pitch.
SMEs & Scale-Ups
Growing businesses that need to gain visibility on the burn, margins, and financial planning without building a full finance department.
Foreign Businesses in India
Companies entering India need ROC filings and FEMA compliance. Our local finance experts plug in with global-grade precision.
Detailed Reporting
We provide comprehensive payroll reports, including payroll summaries, tax statements, and payslips, giving you complete visibility and control.
What is Virtual CFO & How We Fit In
A Virtual CFO (VCFO) is a senior financial advisor who works remotely, is experienced, and affordable. Unlike a full-time CFO, you get flexible, high-level expertise on demand.
- Financial direction
- Compliance oversight
- Strategic planning
- Investor readiness
At Mercurius, we combine in-depth knowledge of Indian regulations with global accounting standards (GAAP, Ind AS, IFRS), delivering scalable solutions that grow with your business.
Our Virtual CFO Offerings
For early-stage companies and funded startups
Services Include
- Insightful Monthly MIS &
- Cash Flow Management & Forecasting
- Top & Bottom-Line Improvement
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- Investor Relationship & Reporting
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- Manage Accounting Policies & Procedures
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- Internal Controls & Compliance
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- ERP Implementation
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- Financial strategy, business plan, and pricing model reviews
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- Pricing, margin, and cost structure analysis
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- Unit economics & margin optimization
- Due diligence preparation & audit coordination.
Bridge the gap without breaking the stride
Expert financial leadership during a transition or crisis, the Interim CFO service provides on-demand executive support—whether you’re between hires, facing restructuring, preparing for an audit, or navigating a merger, it is fast, aligns with your business vision, and steers your financial ship with precision.
Services Include
- Preliminary Evaluation & Strategic Planning
- Financial Management & Risk Management
- Communication & Team Collaboration
- Decision Support & Transition Planning
- Performance Evaluation
- Interim CFO coverage during exits, mergers, or M&A
- Support for audits, restructuring, and board meetings
- Budgeting, forecasting & reporting continuity
- Short-term leadership with long-term impact
Back-end finance, done right—and always audit-ready
Foreign companies and NRIs operating in India, as well as your internal team, handle day-to-day bookkeeping, but you lack strategic accounting supervision. We ensure that your financial data is accurate, structured, and aligned with industry best practices so you’re ready for audits, investor scrutiny, or scale.
Services Include
- GAAP, IFRS, and Ind AS-aligned financial reporting
- Review & oversight (Tally, Zoho, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Monthly management reporting & HQ-ready MIS
- Health checks, reconciliations & internal controls
- Direct & indirect tax (GST, TDS, corporate tax)
- Cross-border advisory & transfer pricing
- Statutory reporting and audit liaison
- ROC, RBI, FEMA compliance
- Entity structuring for India market entry
Our Virtual CFO Offerings
Start-Up VCFO
For early-stage companies and funded startups
From setting up financial systems and streamlining compliance to managing investor expectations. It is ideal for companies seeking pitch-ready financial models, cash flow management, and tax advisory services for startups.
Services include
- Insightful Monthly MIS & Dashboards
- Cash Flow Management & Forecasting
- Top & Bottom-Line Improvement
- Investor Relationship & Reporting
- Manage Accounting Policies & Procedures
- Internal Controls & Compliance
- ERP Implementation
- Financial strategy, business plan, and pricing model reviews
- Pricing, margin, and cost structure analysis
- Fundraising support & investor communications
- Unit economics & margin optimization
Interim CFO Services
Bridge the gap without breaking the stride
Expert financial leadership during a transition or crisis, the Interim CFO service provides on-demand executive support—whether you’re between hires, facing restructuring, preparing for an audit, or navigating a merger, it is fast, aligns with your business vision, and steers your financial ship with precision.
Services include
- Preliminary Evaluation & Strategic Planning
- Financial Management & Risk Management
- Communication & Team Collaboration
- Decision Support & Transition Planning
- Performance Evaluation
- Interim CFO coverage during exits, mergers, or M&A
- Strategic financial risk & compliance management
- Support for audits, restructuring, and board meetings
- Budgeting, forecasting & reporting continuity
- Short-term leadership with long-term impact
Accounting, Compliance & Oversight
Back-end finance, done right—and always audit-ready
Foreign companies and NRIs operating in India, as well as your internal team, handle day-to-day bookkeeping, but you lack strategic accounting supervision. We ensure that your financial data is accurate, structured, and aligned with industry best practices so you’re ready for audits, investor scrutiny, or scale.
Services include
- GAAP, IFRS, and Ind AS-aligned financial reporting
- Review & oversight (Tally, Zoho, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Monthly management reporting & HQ-ready MIS
- Health checks, reconciliations & internal controls
- Direct & indirect tax (GST, TDS, corporate tax)
- Cross-border advisory & transfer pricing
- Statutory reporting and audit liaison
- ROC, RBI, FEMA compliance
- Entity structuring for India market entry
Why Outsource your CFO Function to Mercurius?
Not every business requires a full-time Chief Financial Officer (CFO), but all businesses need strong financial leadership. That’s where virtual or interim options come in – you get expert guidance without the overhead. We work under non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with encrypted systems and ironclad protocols. You focus on scaling And when you factor in compliance and accounting, you have a system that truly works together.
Founder-Focused & Growth-Ready
We simplify complex finance into startup language—growth, burn, runway, and valuation. Our team evolves with your scale, so you’re never left behind.
Strategy Without the Salary
Get the expertise of a boardroom CFO without the full-time cost. Forecasting, budgeting, investor decks—we cover it all.
Personalized, Not Processed
You’ll work with a dedicated CFO partner who understands your business, not just your balance sheet. We're here to challenge, guide, and deliver—because your growth is personal to us.
Compliance That Runs in the Background
We track it all—ROC, FEMA, RBI, GST—so you stay compliant, stress-free, and audit-ready.
Fractional Cost, Full-Scale Impact
Why hire three people when one team can do it all? Our pricing is lean, but our delivery is anything but.
Confidential. Secure. Reliable.
Data protection is non-negotiable. We work under non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with encrypted systems and ironclad protocols. You focus on scaling—we’ll quietly handle the critical finance engine behind the scenes.
Ready to Upgrade your Finance Function?
You’ve built something worth protecting. Don’t let patchy compliance, poor cash flow visibility, or missed investor conversations hold you back.
Book a Free Discovery Call
Let’s talk strategy, structure, and scale—and how we can support your journey from chaos to control.
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FAQs
A Virtual CFO works with you long-term but part-time, handling strategy, finance, and reporting remotely. An Interim CFO steps in temporarily—usually during leadership gaps, funding rounds, or transitions. Both bring top-level expertise without requiring you to hire a full-time resource, and both are flexible to meet your needs.
Absolutely. Startups often don’t need or can’t afford a full-time CFO—but they do need someone who understands fundraising, burn rate, pricing models, and compliance. A Virtual CFO offers all this on a flexible basis, helping you build solid financial systems early, which is key when pitching to investors or scaling fast.
It depends on your scope. Some clients require monthly reports and filings, while others prefer weekly reviews, dashboards, and financial analysis. We tailor our approach to your stage and the level of hands-on involvement you prefer. Either way, we maintain consistent and transparent communication at all times.
We’ve worked with tech startups, D2C brands, consultants, SaaS companies, logistics firms, and even NBFCs. Our team has handled everything from clean bookkeeping to complex board-level reporting. Whatever your business model, we tailor our support to provide you with insights that truly matter to your industry.
Yes, absolutely. We work with strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and secure tools. Your financial information is stored, handled, and processed with complete confidentiality. We also follow standard data protection protocols to ensure everything remains secure, whether we’re accessing cloud platforms or downloading reports.
Yes, you can. While many clients opt for the complete package, we also work with businesses that require only monthly bookkeeping, GST filings, ROC forms, or payroll assistance. You can start small and upgrade anytime if you want deeper financial oversight or reporting support later. .
We’re flexible. Our team is proficient in using Tally, QuickBooks, Zoho Books, Xero, and other primary accounting tools. For reporting and dashboards, we also utilize Google Sheets, Excel, and various management information systems (MIS) platforms. If you already use something, we’ll plug it in; if not, we’ll recommend what fits best.
Once we finalize the scope and receive the required documents, onboarding can begin within 2–3 business days. In many cases, we can deliver our first reports or filings within the first week. We move fast but without compromising on accuracy or compliance.
Yes. You’ll have a dedicated account lead—someone you can reach out to at any time. Behind the scenes, there may be other team members handling different parts like payroll, GST, or analytics, but all communication will be routed clearly through your point person.
We customize our services to meet your unique requirements, and the price will be adjusted accordingly. This way, you can avoid paying for anything extra that isn’t part of what you need. You’ll have a clear understanding of what you’re paying for.
