Whitepaper

Why PE-Backed & Middle-Market Companies Outsource Finance & Accounting

As we enter 2026, middle-market and PE-backed companies are accelerating growth without bloated overhead—by outsourcing non-core back-office functions with technology-enabled partners.

Key Stats:

30-70%
reduction in back-office costs
99.97%
transaction processing accuracy
Financial closes in days, not weeks
Real-time insights and seamless scalability

Fifteen years ago, as a private equity operating executive, the question was always: ‘What buyer will pay a premium multiple if we’re outsourcing back-office?’ Today, the answer is: a lot more than you think.

— John Signa, Founder & CEO, E78 Partners

This in-depth whitepaper reveals:
  • Why private equity firms are leading the adoption of F&A outsourcing
  • How tech-enabled solutions deliver proven 30–70% savings and near-perfect accuracy
  • The impact of the ongoing CPA talent shortage and rising labor costs
  • Real-world strategies for lean scaling, faster M&A integration, and risk mitigation
  • Why sophisticated buyers now view outsourcing as a sign of operational maturity—not a red flag
  • How bundled services (accounting, FP&A, procurement, and CFO tech optimization) create an integrated ecosystem for maximum value
Designed for:
  • Private Equity Operating Partners & Deal Teams
  • CFOs of PE-Backed Portfolio Companies
  • Middle-Market CEOs and Finance Leaders ($50M–$500M revenue)
  • Professionals planning 2026 growth and efficiency initiatives
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Whitepaper: Why PE-Backed & Middle-Market Companies Outsource Finance & Accounting

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