Business Services

Survival in today’s business climate requires you to spend more time working on your business rather than in the business. We can provide you with accurate, timely and informative benchmarking reports – allowing you to:

• See how your business compares against your competitors
• Understand how the rest of your industry works
• Analyse the key performance indicators of your industry
• Armed with this information, we’ll work with you to develop action strategies to improve your bottom line.

A good budget is a necessity in a good business plan. It is one of the best business tools we have, allowing us to set financial targets and measure our performance. In addition to goal setting value, budgets will often improve your chances of acquiring funding. Financers often require budgets as a prerequisite for funding approval.

The techniques we utilize in the formation of financial projections will allow you to consider future scenarios and give you goals to strive for in your business. There are many types of budgets and we can help you design the right budget for your needs and requirements. Let us show you how a budget is able to provide feedback to allow you to prepare for the future of your business.

We can provide you with accurate, timely and informative cash flow forecasting reports – allowing you to:

• Realize and understand when cash is available
• Plan and prepare for expansion, stock control, and taxes
• Analyse and anticipate key expenses
• Armed with this information, we’ll work with you to develop action strategies to improve your bottom line.

Here at Acumon we understand the day to day office duties are not everyone’s cup of tea. To this end we are happy to help out with some or all of the following services:

• Wages Processing
• Payment and processing of creditors
• Collection and banking of debtors
• Various secretarial tasks
• Training in Office duties

The experts at Acumon provide you with a portfolio management service through which handling your investments can be easy! We provide the people, tools, and methods you require to effectively manage your investment portfolio. Your portfolio manager will keep abreast of the changes in the investment market so you don’t have to. You maintain control of your investments while eliminating unnecessary risks and delegating the everyday tasks and complex decisions to your experienced investment manager.

At Acumon we design and manage portfolios with your individual requirements and objectives in mind. This means your investments are handled in the most efficient manner possible and ensures your goals are met. Contact us today for assistance in the specialist world of investments.

Modern business demands up to date accurate financial information. We can relieve you and your staff of an enormous burden by taking care of all your bookkeeping and accounting needs, including the preparation of your annual accounts and periodic management accounts for tax, business appraisal and planning purposes. We will discuss your requirements with you and provide you with tailored information and constructive advice on a regular basis.

Let us help you turn your business idea into a reality. If you have a good idea for a new business venture but don’t have expertise in the legal or financial aspects of creating a new business, we can help you:

• Decide on the most suitable structure for your business – sole trader, partnership, or limited company
• Prepare a business plan, cash flow projections, budgets, and trading forecasts
• Assess your finance requirements, advise on the best sources of finance, and draw up the necessary proposals
• Establish a good working relationship with your bank
• Register for an Australian Business Number with the ATO
• Complete registration procedures with Australian Securities and Investments Commission
• Deal with company secretarial issues
• Set up a recording system for your internal use and for complying with statutory requirements

A wide range of financing options exist, all with their pros and cons. At Acumon we know the financial market, and have the experience to assist you in securing the best financing option for your personal and business goals. Our experience in the market means we are also able to structure debt upon acquisition to maximise tax advantages. Let our experienced team explore with you the best financing options to get your business closer to its goals.

“Let us show you how to save $80,000 on an average home loan” Acumon is able to provide expert advice and service in commercial and consumer loans. Whether you are seeking assistance with finding finance for plant, working capital, lease for a car or help with selecting a mortgage lender, Acumon will be there.

Administering your payroll can be time-consuming and divert you from the core activities of your business. Payroll & employment legislation is growing increasingly complex. We can relieve you of this burden by providing a comprehensive and confidential payroll service, including:

• Customised payslips
• Administration of PAYG, statutory sick pay, annual leave etc.
• ATO filing
• Summaries and analyses of staff costs
• Administration of incentive schemes, bonuses and termination payments

Even if you have only a few employees, you will make savings by engaging us to administer your payroll.

A multitude of risks exist in today’s business environment. At Acumon Pty Limited we pride ourselves on our proven ability to accurately assess risk and to protect you from vulnerabilities inherent in your enterprise. An effective risk management strategy will improve performance, allow completion of goals, and protect the value of your business.

A risk assessment includes:

• Assembling relevant information about your business and its market
• Identifying major risks facing your organisation
• Developing a risk strategy
• Implementation of the risk management procedures