What is fractional accounting support and when should a business use it?

Fractional accounting support means outsourcing high-level accounting leadership such as CFO or controller roles on a part-time basis. It is ideal for growing organizations that cannot justify a full-time hire but still need strategic financial oversight and guidance.

How does outsourced controller or outsourced accounting differ from traditional bookkeeping?

Outsourced accounting covers transaction entry, reconciliations, internal controls, financial review, and reporting. An outsourced controller adds oversight and governance functions, providing higher-level financial management beyond basic bookkeeping.

What metrics and reports are included in a financial dashboard?

A financial dashboard typically displays key performance indicators such as revenue trends, margin analysis, accounts receivable days, cash flow, expense variances, and liquidity measures. These reports give leadership a clear view of financial health in real time.

How does PYA support audit readiness for external audits?

PYA helps organizations prepare for audits by documenting accounting processes, validating internal controls, preparing schedules, and coordinating with external auditors. This proactive approach minimizes disruptions and shortens the audit timeline.

In what ways can PYA help with tax planning as part of accounting advisory?

As part of accounting advisory services, PYA helps identify tax-sensitive decisions, optimize timing for deductions, evaluate entity structure, and collaborate with tax professionals to align planning with financial forecasts.

When should a client consider transitioning from internal accounting to advisory services?

A business should consider advisory services when financial reporting becomes inconsistent, internal resources are stretched thin, or leadership needs deeper insight for decision-making and long-term growth.

How does PYA deliver monthly accounting and advisory services?

Each month, PYA conducts transaction reviews, reconciliations, variance analyses, and executive summaries. The advisory team provides recommendations and insights to ensure financial performance supports the organization’s strategic objectives.

What are the advantages of combining accounting advisory with operational insight?

Integrating accounting advisory with operational analysis helps identify inefficiencies, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance collaboration between financial and operational leaders for stronger, data-driven decision-making.

Accounting Advisory Services

Over the past decade, organizations of all sizes, and across all industries, have realized the benefits of outsourcing all or a portion of their accounting function. PYA offers an unsurpassed solution and unique approach to client accounting advisory services (CAAS), deploying the comprehensive and collective expertise of a full-service team of experienced accounting professionals. Using cutting-edge cloud-based technology, we partner with our clients to deliver consistent, cost-effective, trusted accounting services, so they can focus on the other aspects of running their businesses.

Our Accounting Advisory Services

Fractional Accounting Support

Monthly Accounting and Advisory
Financial and Operational Dashboard Reporting
Tax Assistance and Planning
Analytical Analysis
Outsourced Controller / CFO Services
Concierge Business Support Services
External Audit Support Services

Top 5 Reasons Clients Choose PYA

They are seeking a partner to handle the accounting and financial reporting, so they can focus on the other important aspects of business operations.
They’ve experienced high turnover in their accounting function with a traditional employee model, and they would like to end this seemingly endless cycle of turnover.
They prefer having a team of outsourced experts for the cost of one full-time employee.
The outsourced accounting services team goes beyond bookkeeping and provides unique insight into their business.
The outsourced accounting services team is a trusted advisor to the organization.

Strengthening Financial Performance

PYA Accounting Advisory Services Visualization – Strategic Financial Guidance

Strategic Advisory That Moves Business Forward

PYA’s Accounting Advisory team goes beyond financial reporting to help organizations use their numbers as a roadmap for growth. Our professionals work side by side with management to interpret results, improve cash flow, strengthen profitability, and provide clear guidance for strategic decisions.

Comprehensive Expertise That Works in Harmony

PYA brings accounting, tax, audit, and valuation experts together to deliver cohesive, informed advice. This integrated approach ensures every recommendation considers compliance requirements, financial implications, and long-term business goals. Clients benefit from clarity, accuracy, and collaboration across all financial functions.

Scalable Support Backed by Trusted Leadership

PYA offers fractional CFO and outsourced controller services that adjust as your organization evolves. You gain access to experienced financial leadership, timely analysis, and reliable reporting without expanding internal staff. Our advisors provide stability, accountability, and confidence in every financial decision.

The PYA Difference

Over our 40-year history, PYA has consistently delivered high-value advisory services to our national client base. Our team is deployed to develop custom plans using proven approaches and work plans.

Independence

Private ownership means we answer only to our clients, not to third-party investors, giving us the freedom to be thorough and thoughtful in our work. We judge our success by our clients’ success.

Relationships

We value long-term relationships and work hard to maintain them. Our commitment to client relationships and the communities we serve remains constant.