Outsourced CFO (OCFO) has been awarded Best Finance Partner for Scaling Businesses 2025 by Acquisition International’s Worldwide Finance Awards. The accolade highlights OCFO’s global reputation for empowering entrepreneurs with strategic financial leadership, cloud accounting, and scalable systems to drive sustainable growth.
-- Outsourced CFO (OCFO) a leading financial consulting and advisory firm serving high-growth businesses, has been named Best Finance Partner for Scaling Businesses 2025 by the Worldwide Finance Awards, hosted by Acquisition International Magazine.
The annual awards programme, now in its tenth year, recognises excellence, innovation, and leadership across the global finance industry. Winners are selected for their contribution to strengthening financial processes, enhancing client stability, and driving sustainable growth in business operations worldwide.
The announcement was made as part of Acquisition International’s 2025 Worldwide Finance Awards coverage, which highlights outstanding performers from across the financial services sector.
Louw Barnardt, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Outsourced CFO, said the recognition reflects the hard work and dedication of the entire team. "This award is a testament to the incredible work our team does every day to help entrepreneurs and business leaders scale with confidence. We work with some of the most ambitious and innovative companies across the globe, and it is deeply rewarding to know that our efforts are making a measurable impact."
“Being named Best Finance Partner for Scaling Businesses is not only an honor, but a reflection of our core belief that strong financial leadership is the backbone of sustainable business growth. We are grateful to Acquisition International for recognising our work on the global stage," adds Barnardt.
Since its founding in 2013, the firm has helped entrepreneurs grow their companies through strategic financial leadership and scalable systems. Its services include fractional CFO support, cloud accounting, fundraising assistance and financial team enablement, all aimed at giving business owners the clarity and insight to make better and faster decisions.
It has built a reputation for bridging the gap between day-to-day financial management and long-term strategic growth planning. Its clients range from scaling tech start-ups and established SMEs to larger enterprises seeking specialized finance expertise without the cost and complexity of an in-house executive team.
The Worldwide Finance Awards shine a spotlight on businesses that are redefining the finance function for the modern economy. For OCFO, the accolade is a reinforcement of its role as a trusted partner to scaling businesses.
"Scaling a business is a complex, high-stakes process," Barnardt added. "We work hard to provide our clients with the clarity, structure, and insight they need to navigate that journey successfully. Our aim has always been to combine world-class financial expertise with a practical understanding of the challenges entrepreneurs face. This award validates that approach and motivates us to push even further."
Over the past decade, Outsourced CFO has embraced the rapid evolution of finance and technology, incorporating cloud platforms, automation tools, and data-driven insights into its service offering. This forward-thinking approach has allowed clients to scale more efficiently while maintaining rigorous financial control.
By investing in both people and technology, the firm ensures its clients receive strategic advice backed by accurate, timely and actionable financial information. This combination has become essential in fast changing markets.
As OCFO continues to expand its reach, the focus remains on delivering measurable results for its clients. The firm plans to deepen its international partnerships, broaden its cloud-based service capabilities, and further empower finance teams through training and enablement programmes.
"We are proud of what we have achieved so far," said Barnardt, "but this is just the beginning. The finance function is evolving faster than ever, and we intend to stay ahead of that curve - for our clients, our team, and the entrepreneurial ecosystem we serve."
Louw Barnardt is available for media interviews to discuss the evolving role of financial leadership in scaling businesses, the impact of technology on modern finance, and how entrepreneurs can leverage strategic CFO support to drive sustainable global growth in 2025 and beyond.
About the company: Outsourced CFO is a leading financial strategy and cloud accounting firm, helping entrepreneurs and high-growth businesses scale with confidence. Founded in South Africa and serving clients globally, the company provides fractional CFO services, cloud accounting implementation, and strategic finance advisory to businesses across a wide range of industries. By combining deep financial expertise with cutting-edge technology, OCFO empowers founders to make smarter decisions, stay compliant, and unlock long-term growth.
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