I’m Sam Hodgson – Fractional Finance Manager for creative, digital, tech & e-commerce SMEs.
Helping ambitious businesses professionalise, price smarter and grow with confidence.
At Ctrl Alt Finance, I help digital, creative, e-commerce and tech businesses make sense of their numbers. With years of hands-on experience leading finance and operations in these sectors, I understand the realities of scaling – from cash flow pressures and profitability challenges to the need for clear, timely insights.
Whether you’re strengthening your foundations or preparing for rapid growth, I bring practical finance expertise and a collaborative approach to help you reset, refocus, and grow.
Specialist Finance Support, Tailored to Your Stage of Growth
Services
Professionalising the Finance function Set up scalable finance systems, processes, and controls creating a solid foundation that supports business growth.
Pricing & Costing Support Analyse costs and margins to ensure your services are priced for sustainable profitability.
Management Accounts & Insights Transform raw data into clear reports and dashboards that drive smarter decisions.
Profitability & Performance Analysis Understand which projects, clients, or services drive your bottom line – and which hold you back.
Forecasting & Cash Flow Planning Plan ahead with clear projections to manage cash and make confident growth decisions.
Leveraging Technology As a specialist in Xero setup, optimisation, and reporting, I streamline your day-to-day accounting processes and turn data into clear insights. I’ll leverage all available softwares and systems, automating as much as possible. I have experience with various project management systems, payment platforms and inventory management integrations.
Clarity today, confidence tomorrow.
Why Choose Ctrl Alt Finance?
16 years’ experience in digital, creative, e-commerce & tech sectors
Fractional, flexible support – matched to your growth stage
Clear insights to drive smarter, faster decisions
Hands-On Expertise Without the Full-Time Cost
Contact
Based in Liverpool, working remotely or at your business premises in the North of England – including Liverpool, Manchester, Leeds.