At abip, we understand that growing businesses often face financial challenges that go beyond bookkeeping. To make sound decisions, leaders need clear, accurate financials and strategic guidance to act on them. That is where Advisory Services, led by professionals like Christian Galindo, make a lasting impact.
A Career Built on Perspective
Christian brings a unique blend of experience to his role. His background spans healthcare, the restaurant industry, and public accounting in Venezuela, as well as Oil & Gas and public accounting in the United States with exposure across industries such as chemical and industrial manufacturing, professional services, consumer packaged goods, restaurants, and B2B sales. This broad perspective allows him to bridge the gap between daily operations and long-term financial strategy.
I don’t just look at numbers on a page. I look at how those numbers tell the story of a company. Where it’s strong, where it’s vulnerable, and where it has room to grow.
What stands out most when talking with Christian is how much he enjoys helping businesses find clarity. He doesn’t just look at numbers on a page. He looks at how those numbers tell the story of a company. Where it’s strong, where it’s vulnerable, and where it has room to grow. His goal is always to give leaders the confidence to make decisions with accurate information and a clear financial roadmap.
Why Fractional Services Matter
“Not every company needs a full-time CFO,” Christian explains. “But every company needs accurate financial data and oversight.” That is where a fractional controller or CFO becomes essential. A controller ensures that data is complete and accurate, closes the books each month, and delivers financial statements. A fractional CFO then takes those reports and helps management act on them to plan for the future, identify risk areas, and improve profitability.
Hiring both roles full-time can be costly for middle-market businesses. With fractional services, companies gain access to the combined expertise of abip’s advisory team with more than 100 years of experience without the overhead of permanent salaries, steep learning curve, and the challenges of the hiring process. It is a cost-effective way to strengthen operations and prepare for sustainable growth.
Christian also notes that fractional services can do more than improve daily operations. They can set the stage for long-term success. “With our strong transactional experience, we’re also able to help companies prepare for potential M&A activities, internally” he explains. “That preparation often leads to higher valuations and stronger negotiating positions.” Thinking about the long-term goal from the start can shape the steps and corrections needed today. As a fractional team member, Christian can also support clients with internal M&A activities, helping them align their accounting and finance functions, with long-term financial strategy and future opportunities.
Real-World Impact
The value of fractional services becomes clear in practice. One Baytown based company engaged abip for a six-month fractional oversight project, to bridge gaps in skillsets and to support leadership with a transition. Two years later, they continue to rely on Christian and his team for fractional oversight, guidance, and support on critical matters like expert testimony and insurance needs.
Another example comes from a Houston based company, when abip initially stepped in three days a week to bridge gaps when the client’s staff fell short. What began as temporary support turned into a long-term partnership that lasted close to a year. This included ongoing fractional controller services and support with the sourcing and hiring of the company’s accounting staff.
In both cases, businesses discovered the long-term benefits of fractional support. It not only stabilized operations but also created room for growth and efficiencies.
Addressing Misconceptions
Some owners hesitate to consider fractional services because of perceived cost or concerns about bringing in outside advisors. Christian encourages leaders to think differently. “Once you move past the fear of cost, you quickly see the efficiency and benefits,” he says. “You also gain the trust and expertise of a full team. That is something no single hire can provide.”
He also stresses that abip does not replace or overhaul existing staff. Instead, the advisory team partners with employees, filling gaps and building systems that strengthen the company as a whole.
The Sooner, the Better
Christian often reminds business owners that waiting too long can be costly. Small errors in accounting can snowball into compliance issues, strained vendor relationships, or even lost revenue. In one case, a delay in addressing accounting gaps nearly cost a company $300,000.
“The sooner you get an assessment, the sooner you can make the necessary changes,” Christian explains. “It puts you in a better place than where you started.”
How abip Can Help
abip’s Advisory Services cover industries including chemical and industrial manufacturing, oil and gas, construction, professional services, government, and non-profits. Whether you are considering selling your business, buying another, or simply looking to improve profitability, fractional CFO and controller services can provide clarity and direction.
A no-obligation consultation and on-site assessment are available to help you identify red flags, strengthen internal controls, and design the best financial structure for your needs.
Ready to take the next step? Contact abip today to schedule a consultation and learn how our Advisory Services can help you build for the future.
