How a Part-Time Finance Director Transformed a Growing Tech SME

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Client
Louise Dell

Job Title

Co-founder and Director

Company

Portal 47 Ltd, trading as Kyero.com

Industry

Marketing

Introduction

Kyero is an online property portal for people looking to buy or rent property in Spain. The business was established by Louise Dell with her husband in 2003. Forward-thinking, the Dells embraced the remote working philosophy early in their journey, taking their business entirely online in 2009. Reduced overheads and streamlined performance had a huge impact.

Soon enough, Louise and her husband were looking to grow the business further, which is when they got in touch with Kate at Artemis Clarke. Specialising in placing finance professionals in roles where they can make a difference, Artemis Clarke was a natural fit for Kyero.

We spoke to Louise Dell, to get her take on the experience of working with Artemis Clarke and the impact a Fractional Finance Director (“FFD”) has had on her business. Here’s what she had to say:

The Financial Challenges Facing Growing Tech Businesses

Like many rapidly growing tech companies, Kyero.com faced the challenge of scaling its operations while maintaining control over its finances. Although the business had been successful in moving entirely online and embracing a remote-first culture early on, the financial oversight hadn’t evolved at the same pace.

As the company matured, Louise and her husband recognised the need for more strategic financial leadership. They needed someone who could:

  • Bring clarity to their financial reporting
  • Provide confidence in forecasting and investment decisions
  • Support the business at board level — without the cost of a full-time Finance Director

The challenge was finding someone experienced, adaptable, and capable of working flexibly around a growing, forward-thinking business.


Why a Fractional Finance Director Was the Right Fit

Artemis Clarke worked closely with Louise to understand Kyero’s operational model, team structure, and future goals. It became clear that a Fractional Finance Director (FFD) would offer the best value — providing senior-level expertise without the need for a full-time hire.

A carefully selected part-time Finance Director was placed into the business. They brought:

• Strong strategic insight

• The ability to challenge assumptions at board level

• Hands-on support with processes, reporting, and planning

What stood out in this placement was the FD’s ability to balance strategy and delivery — supporting the business owners directly while freeing them up to focus on growth.

Conclusion

Working with Artemis Clarke gave Louise and her business the strategic financial support they needed — without the overhead of a full-time hire. The part-time Finance Director provided actionable insights and stability, helping them focus on what mattered most: growing their tech business.

For Louise, the process was smooth, transparent, and highly collaborative. Artemis Clarke didn’t just place a candidate — they delivered a trusted partner who made a measurable impact from day one.

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London: 020 8191 2124

Bristol: 0117 244 1891

Email: enquiries@artemisclarke.co.uk

Get In Touch

London: 020 8191 2124

Bristol: 0117 244 1891

Email: enquiries@artemisclarke.co.uk

Get In Touch

London: 020 8191 2124

Bristol: 0117 244 1891

Email: enquiries@artemisclarke.co.uk