The fractional finance department for creative studios in Minot, North Dakota

We help creative business leaders make smart financial decisions.

Financial strategy for Minot creative agencies.

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Fractional CFO

One-on-one financial strategy specific to your business—without the need to hire a full-time CFO.

• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Cash Flow Strategy
• Financial Reporting
• Risk Management
• Financial Modeling
• Cost Management
• Pricing Strategy & Analysis

Typical spend: $1,000 – $6,500

Premium Accounting

Full-suite accounting that provides industry-specific insights to inform your operational strategy.

• Accounts Payable/Receivable
• Job Costing
• Cash Management
• Personal & Business Tax Filing
• Weekly Bookkeeping Entries
• Payroll Administration
• Quarterly Financial Statements
• Production Process Payments

Typical spend: $1,000 – $3,500

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All-Inclusive

Our powerful composition of Fractional CFO and Premium Accounting allows for the ultimate creative focus in your business. 

With Aardvark’s in-house accounting, our financial team is best equipped to deliver the most accurate insights and operational strategy.

All in one seamless experience.

Discount up to 20%, based on engagement.

Aardvark is an all-in-one financial studio designed for creative owners.

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CFO

Financial strategy specific to your business—without the need to hire a full-time CFO.

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Bookkeeping

Captures and categorizes your business transactions—it's foundational to strategy.

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Tax Strategy

CPA insights to help you make strategic decisions and save money.

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Budgeting & Cash Flow

Hands-on support in building budgets and cash flow forecasts to keep you focused.

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Key Performance Indicators

Ongoing measurement that's critical to performance.

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Tax Preparation

Tax filing for personal and business.

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Invoicing & Bill Pay

Client invoicing on your behalf and bill queue for your approval.

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Payroll

Administration of your company's payroll.

Aardvark infuses creative operations with financial strategy.

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Why agencies in Minot choose Aardvark.

We’re financial storytellers.

Your financials tell a powerful story. We illustrate it in a way you can actually understand. (Don't have financials? We've got you.)

We design a studio-specific strategy.

Your financial narrative reveals your operational opportunities. Together, we create a path to realize your ambitions.

We cultivate worth.

You focus on producing award-winning work. We focus on building the value of your business.

Relationships based on trust and understanding.

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"Aardvark shaped its advice to the realities of our company, industry, and leadership style. Our investment has paid for itself many times over."

Spencer Kehe

OnlyCh1ld

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“Aardvark helped us navigate our growth roadblocks. We're closing our year stronger than ever and are more prepared for next year.”

Graham Veysey

North Water Partners

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Meet the best fractional CFO serving Minot, North Dakota

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We partner with award-winning creative companies.

Why We Love Working in Minot.

Minot, nestled in the heart of North Dakota, boasts a diverse range of thriving industries. Known for its rich agricultural heritage, food processing companies like Minot Milling and Cloverdale Foods dominate the local market. Additionally, the energy sector holds a prominent position in Minot's economy, with global leaders such as Hess Corporation and QEP Resources heavily invested in oil and gas exploration. To further bolster their businesses, small enterprises in Minot can leverage government-sponsored initiatives like the Economic Development Association (EDA) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) to access capital, technical assistance, and resources. These invaluable programs foster growth and resilience among local entrepreneurs to ensure a prosperous future for the business landscape in Minot.

We’ve helped companies around the world find financial balance.

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