Growing businesses
For businesses planning to hire, invest, expand or take on new opportunities and wanting to understand the financial impact first.
Business Advisory
Better business decisions start with better information.
Business advisory goes beyond preparing tax returns and financial statements. I help you understand how your business is performing, identify issues and opportunities, and make informed decisions with practical support throughout the year.
Cash flow and budgeting support
Profitability and performance reviews
Clear advice for important decisions
Ongoing support throughout the year
Based in Albany Creek and supporting clients across Brisbane North and Australia-wide.
Who this is for
For business owners who want more than year-end compliance.
Business advisory is useful when you want to understand what is happening in your business, plan ahead or get a second opinion before making an important decision.
Cash flow pressure
For businesses that are profitable on paper but still feel tight on cash and need clearer planning around timing, tax and commitments.
Profitability questions
For owners who want to understand margins, pricing, expenses and which parts of the business are actually driving results.
Important decisions
For business owners considering major purchases, finance, restructuring or other decisions where the numbers need to be tested first.
What's included
Practical advice built around your business and your numbers.
The work is tailored to the decisions you need to make. That may involve reviewing recent results, preparing cash flow forecasts, testing different scenarios or simply having a practical discussion about what the numbers are telling us.
Financial performance reviews
Cash flow planning
Budget preparation
Profitability analysis
Pricing and margin discussions
Business structure reviews
Tax planning considerations
Growth and investment planning
Business goal reviews
Ongoing strategic support
Why 85 Accounting
Clear, practical support from the accountant doing the work.
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Direct access
You deal directly with me, not a rotating team or junior staff member.
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Practical explanations
I explain what matters in plain English, without unnecessary accounting jargon.
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The bigger picture
Where useful, I will flag issues and opportunities that may affect your business or tax position.
How it works
Simple from start to finish.
Advisory work is kept focused on the decisions in front of you, with clear actions and practical follow-up rather than unnecessary reports.
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Understand your business
We start with your goals, current concerns and the decisions you are considering.
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Review the numbers
I review the relevant financial information and identify the issues, risks and opportunities that matter.
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Develop a plan
We work through the options, test the numbers where useful and agree on practical next steps.
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Review and refine
Where ongoing support is needed, we revisit progress and adjust the plan as the business changes.
Common questions
Business Advisory FAQs.
What is business advisory?
Business advisory uses your financial information to support better decisions. It may include cash flow planning, budgeting, profitability reviews, scenario testing or practical discussions about the direction of your business.
How often should we meet?
That depends on the business and what you need. Some clients benefit from quarterly reviews, while others only need support around a particular decision or once a year alongside tax planning.
Can you help improve cash flow?
Yes. We can review where cash is being generated and used, identify timing issues and prepare a practical cash flow forecast to help you plan ahead.
Is business advisory only for large businesses?
No. Small businesses often benefit the most because a few well-informed decisions can make a significant difference to cash flow, profitability and workload.
Can business advisory include tax planning?
Yes. Tax is often part of the broader picture, particularly when considering profit, drawings, business structures, asset purchases or year-end decisions.
Related services
Support across the wider business picture.
Business Accounting
Clear financial statements and reporting to help you understand how the business is performing.
Tax Planning
Practical year-end planning to understand your expected tax position and consider available options.
Company & Trust Tax Returns
Annual accounts and tax returns prepared with attention to both compliance and the broader business position.
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Want clearer answers before your next business decision?
Book a free initial chat to discuss your situation, likely requirements and the next steps.