What is 80/20 Consulting?
80/20 Consulting is an enterprise-focused finance and accounting consulting firm with over 100 consultants. The firm specializes in delivering high-impact interim CFO and controller resources, FP&A projects, ERP implementations, and transaction support—primarily to mid-to-large companies and private equity firms.
Who It's For
80/20 Consulting targets mid-to-large companies—typically $50M+ in revenue—that need experienced finance talent for specific projects or transformations. Think companies going through an ERP implementation, preparing for an IPO, navigating an M&A process, or needing an interim CFO during a transition.
The firm has served recognizable enterprise clients including NBCUniversal, Goldman Sachs, Disney, Warner Bros, Skechers, LegalZoom, and Realtor.com. If your company has the complexity and scale of a large corporate finance function, 80/20 can deploy seasoned operators quickly.
For small to mid-market businesses under $10M in revenue, the firm's enterprise positioning and pricing structure make it a poor fit. It's designed for companies that already have sophisticated finance functions and just need additional horsepower or specific expertise for a defined period.
Services Offered
80/20 Consulting's service portfolio is broad and project-oriented:
• Interim CFO, Controller, and Financial Management
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Financial Reporting & Accounting
• IPO Readiness and Public Company Support
• ERP Implementation and Optimization (NetSuite, Workday, Oracle)
• Financial Project Management & Execution
• Transaction Support and M&A Due Diligence
• Private Equity Portfolio Support
• Financial Turnaround and Restructuring
The firm emphasizes speed of deployment—sending experienced consultants to execute directly without handoffs. Projects have defined scopes and timelines rather than ongoing retainer relationships.
Pricing & Plans
80/20 Consulting does not publicly disclose pricing. Given the enterprise client base and senior-level consultants, rates are clearly premium—consistent with the cost of experienced interim executives in major metros.
Engagements are typically project-based with defined scopes and timelines, rather than open-ended monthly retainers. This can be advantageous for companies that need specific expertise for a defined period, but less ideal for those seeking ongoing embedded support.
For SMBs evaluating the cost, the firm's enterprise positioning and consultant quality come at a price that typically exceeds what smaller businesses can justify.
Key Strengths
• Rapid deployment of experienced senior finance talent
• Consultants with deep technical and operational experience across enterprise environments
• Strong track record with IPO readiness and M&A transaction support
• ERP implementation expertise (NetSuite, Workday, Oracle)
• No handoffs—consultants personally execute the work
• 100+ consultant network provides depth and specialty coverage
• Private equity portfolio support experience
Common Criticisms
• Project-based model means no ongoing relationship—once the project ends, the consultant departs
• Premium pricing makes it inaccessible for smaller businesses
• Enterprise focus means less understanding of the unique challenges of scaling businesses
• No bundled accounting, tax, or controller services—those are separate workstreams
• Primarily a staffing/consulting model, not a full finance office partnership
• Smaller companies may feel lost in a firm built for enterprise engagements
How It Compares to Eagle Rock CFO
80/20 Consulting excels at deploying experienced finance professionals for specific projects. But after the project ends, you're back to square one—finding and onboarding new resources for the next initiative.
Eagle Rock CFO provides an embedded, ongoing finance office that stays with your business through growth, challenges, and opportunities. Outsourced accounting services, controller services, treasury management, FP&A, and CFO advisory work together continuously, not in isolated project bursts through our outsourced accounting services, controller services, and treasury management."
If you need a specific project executed by an experienced consultant, 80/20 is a strong choice. If you want a long-term finance partner that grows with your business and delivers the full stack consistently, Eagle Rock CFO is built for that.
Key Takeaways
- •80/20 Consulting is an enterprise consulting firm—primarily serving mid-to-large companies with 100+ experienced consultants
- •The firm excels at deploying interim CFOs, ERP implementations, IPO prep, and M&A transaction support
- •Engagements are project-based with defined scopes—no ongoing embedded relationship
- •Premium pricing aligned with senior-level enterprise consultants; not suited for SMBs
- •Eagle Rock CFO provides an ongoing, embedded finance office rather than project-based consulting
- •For companies needing continuity and full-stack finance support, a long-term partnership outperforms project-based engagements
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of companies does 80/20 Consulting work with?
80/20 Consulting primarily serves mid-to-large companies—typically $50M+ in revenue—and private equity firms. Enterprise clients have included NBCUniversal, Goldman Sachs, Disney, Warner Bros, and Skechers.
Does 80/20 Consulting offer ongoing retainer relationships?
No. 80/20 operates on a project basis with defined scopes and timelines. Once a project is complete, the consultant engagement ends. It's not designed for ongoing embedded support.
What is the 80/20 principle behind the firm's name?
The firm is named after the Pareto Principle (the 80/20 rule)—the idea that focusing on the critical 20% of efforts drives 80% of financial results. The firm emphasizes identifying and executing the highest-impact work first.
Does 80/20 Consulting provide bookkeeping and accounting services?
Accounting services are part of the firm's offering, but the more distinctive value is in senior-level interim CFO/Controller roles, FP&A, and ERP implementations rather than ongoing bookkeeping.
How quickly can 80/20 deploy a consultant?
The firm emphasizes rapid deployment—getting experienced consultants on-site quickly to execute without delays or handoffs.
How does Eagle Rock CFO differ from 80/20 Consulting?
Eagle Rock CFO is an ongoing embedded finance office partnership. 80/20 is project-based consulting. Eagle Rock provides continuous accounting, controller, treasury, FP&A, and CFO advisory—versus 80/20's project-execution model.
Is 80/20 Consulting suitable for a Series A startup?
Generally no. 80/20's enterprise positioning, pricing, and project-based model are not suited for early-stage companies. Startups with simpler needs and smaller budgets should look elsewhere.
What ERP systems does 80/20 Consulting work with?
The firm has deep expertise in NetSuite, Workday, and Oracle ERP implementations and optimizations.
See our outsourced controller services and accounting services for what that includes.