Our Services
Our aim is to provide you with advice when your business needs it - not just when you ask for it.
We will help you manage many aspects of your business and because we establish a one to one relationship with each of our clients, our advice will be tailored for your business.
We have developed our traditional accounting practices into innovative client-focused services. Our flexibility and adaptability will ensure we can help you get the results and advice you need, when you need it.
We have listed below, some of the services we offer to our clients. This list is by no means exhaustive and our friendly team would be more than happy to talk to you about services that you do not see listed.
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Management Accounting
Traditionally, management accounting is what most business clients expect from their accountants, usually in the form of a concise summary of the previous years trading and financial position.
For some business owners this is enough. However, as we say to our clients, there is nothing about the past we can change. Once the year has come to an end, any opportunities for planning or reacting to market opportunities are foregone for another year.
For many of our clients, we currently prepare monthly or quarterly management accounts, which allow them to make smart business decisions based on up to date financial information. These can be customized to suite the business and the owners requirements.
Various tools are used to analyse this information to provide fuel for discussion and action.
We have also found growing need for regular management reporting to financial institutions. In many cases our clients' financiers perform a regular (either monthly or quarterly) review of our clients' management accounts as part of their formal financing arrangement.
Management accounting, combined with some of our other business services are an essential part of any successful and growing business.
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Budgeting
A good budget is an essential management and planning tool in any business. It allows us to set financial targets and measure performance.
As with management accounting, financiers are now looking at their relationships with clients with a long term view, and as such, view budgets and forecasts as an essential part of assessing current and future finance applications.
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.
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Business start-up
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:
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Strategic Planning
The pressures of daily business can often mean strategic planning takes a back seat - but to have a successful business you must plan ahead.
We'll help you establish a strategic plan that looks at where you want your business to be in the next 3-5 years and how you and your team can achieve these aims and objectives.
Your strategic plan will:
- Define the characteristics of your business
- Identify your competitors and analyse your threats and opportunities
- Define your objectives and financial goals
- Put in place an effective implementation plan to achieve your goals
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Managment Advisory
Noble & Associates, is not unlike your business, we have goals, targets and objectives just like you. In this way, we understand what it is like to manage and run a successful operation. As business owners, we take time out of our business, to work on our business, and encourage our clients to do the same. This is an important part of management. In order to do this, you need information, analysis and a forum to discuss issues.
In conjunction with our management accounting and budgeting services we are able to provide meaningful financial information for analysis and comparison. We look at key indicators and trends and discuss these in the context of your operating environment. This combined with the prospect of having a non-complying Fund, could mean that your hard earned investment dollars are being depleted by higher taxes and your Fund may not be able to accept SGC contributions. Noble & Associates is able to advise you what your obligations are in respect of administration of your Fund and assist you in meeting them. Our services include: Every transaction now brings with it a GST issue. We have experience with these issues and are able to offer expert advice on the implications of GST for your business. The GST related services we offer include, but are not limited to:
We set aside several hours or a day as the case may be, either monthly or quarterly or as needed, to review finances, strategic plans, discuss opportunities and threats, or simply talk about burning issues that are relevant to you and your business.
Often clients like to meet as a board, so that the management team can be present and discuss issues in an open forum. Our experience across many business sectors combined with our sound knowledge of your business, allows us to participate in a coaching or mentoring capacity, to allow free flow of ideas and open discussion on issues.
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Business Systems & Software
A business revolves around systems. Its survival depends on internal controls and record keeping.
A good accounting system will help you keep track of your cashflow, allow you to complete activity statements accurately, and provide you with the necessary information to make informed decisions on the operation and growth of your business.
An accounting system is more than just a computer program. It encompasses all the manual processes, procedures and controls that govern its setup, operation and review.
Choosing the right system for your business can be a difficult one as there are so many to choose from. Here at Noble & Associates we have invested considerable resources into on-going training of our team to ensure we are able to recommend the best accounting solution for your business.
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Statutory Compliance
Noble & Associates has comprehensive systems which are able to manage your Company's and Trust's Statutory obligations.
Our services include:
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Superannuation Compliance
Superannuation Funds are one of the most regulated areas of business today. The regulators impose serious fines and/or imprisonment to Trustees for certain offences relating to the administration of the Fund.
Given the Fund is an integral part of your retirement and estate planning, we maintain ongoing relationships with your financial planners and estate planning specialists to ensure your fund is meeting its goals.
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Bookkeeping & Accounts Management Outsourcing Services
Concentrate on your core business activity & outsource your bookkeeping operations to people who specialise in accounting and bookkeeping.
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For service pricing or more information please contact our offices.
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GST Managment
The new tax system is complex and confusing. For this reason Noble & Associates ensures its team is continuously up to date with the changes, and able to offer you accurate advice.
In addition to our own skills and knowledge, we have business partners in the 'Big Four' and 'second tier' accounting firms who are specialists in the above areas, and provide independent advice on complex issues.
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Taxation
At Noble & Associates we offer a full range of taxation services. Our team is not only well trained and always updating themselves, but have a wealth of practical experience in many facets of taxation in business. Our proactive approach ensures we deliver a consistent service and build solid relationships which stand the test of time.
Taxation can be a major cost to your business. We will work in partnership with you to minimise your tax and help you achieve your key objectives.
We provide a complete service of help and advice in all of the following areas:
- Taxation advice and preparation of income tax returns
- Payroll Tax advice and preparation of returns
- FBT advice and preparation of returns
- Other State Taxes and Duties
- Advice on and implementation of tax effective structures for asset protection and tax minimisation
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Management of any ATO Audits or disputes
Noble & Associates has extensive experience in liaising with the Australian Taxation Office. We have found that our proactive approach in managing ATO enquiries and requests for information significantly reduces the incidents of ATO enquiries, which can be frustrating and time consuming. Also by assisting our clients to better manage their relationship with the ATO, this increases the ATO's confidence in our clients' ability to manage their affairs.
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Consulting Services
There are sometimes needs and issues that fall outside the normal taxation and accounting services. Noble & Associates, with its wealth of experience and practical approach to problems, is able to consult on a variety of Projects for clients.
Without limiting the generality of this service, some area
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Estate Planning
As unpleasant as the task is, and one which is often ignored, estate planning is one of the necessities in life. It allows peace of mind knowing your hard earned assets will be dealt with in the manner you choose.
For business owners, a plan for succession of ownership is essential. We can guide you through the process of providing for business continuity.
There are many issues relating to Estate Planning that need to be addressed. In addition to our own experience with the taxation and business aspects of this process, we have business partners in the legal profession who are estate planning specialists.
Together we are able to assist you in protecting your investments and providing peace of mind for future generations of your family. Some of the areas we cover are:
- Meeting to discuss objectives for your estate
- Confirming assets - valuations, inventories, appraisals
- Reviewing documentation involved in estate planning
- Protecting the assets
- Minimising the taxes and debts
- Tax aspects of insurances and risk management in your estate
- Liaising with estate planning lawyers and financial planners to provide a balanced and comprehensive approach to your estate.
- Providing assistance and support to executors and loved ones in order to ease the compliance bourdon of managing the estate.
Information Technology
We live in a computerised age. Technology enables us to enhance a wide variety of business processes. Effective use of software and hardware can provide enormous benefits to your business.
Here at Noble & Associates we have embraced technology, and as such, our experienced professionals are able to:
- Discuss with you the best system to implement to further your business
- Install and configure accounting systems and software to suit your purposes
- Recommend processes to make your computer system more secure
- Suggest accounting software applications suitable for your business
- Train you and your team to be self-sufficient users of your system
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Buying & Selling a Business
Buying or Selling a business can be difficult. Buying a business is often an exciting yet daunting prospect, while selling a business can be both an exciting yet disheartening time.
Both involve significant time in analysing opportunities and risks, and ensuring you are maximizing your benefits. Here at Noble & Associates we are able to relieve some of that stress for you.
The services we provide in relation to organising the buying or selling of a business include:
- Obtaining comparative results
- Establishing a realistic sale/buy price
- Liaising with business brokers
- Negotiating with potential purchasers
- Advice on the taxation and GST aspects of the business sale/acquisition
- Liaising with legal professionals in relation to the drafting of a contract
- Structuring the sale to maximise your after tax return.
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Management and Succession Planning
In ensuring the long term success of your business, it is critical to establish well-designed management and succession plans.
Whether you are trading as a director/single shareholder company or as a multiple business owner, management structure is critical to the continuity of the business operation. What happens if you are taken ill, or need/want to take an extended leave of absence? Will your business survive?
- How is your business managed?
- Who makes decisions?
Succession is the long term goal of all business owners. Some have key personnel or co-business owners which they would like to step up to the mark, and other more family oriented business, would like their siblings or other relatives to take on the management roll. In either of these situations, it is important that clear guidelines are set early so that all interested parties have some clarity with their future.
Too often, we have seen businesses cease functioning without a successor being appointed. Ensuring coordination of the transition of your business to your successors can be an arduous process. However, with our years of experience we can address the complex issues of business continuation, taking the stress off your shoulders.
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Training, Seminars & Workshops
Knowledge is a powerful tool in business. It allows you to improve, differentiate and grow.
As members of various associations, we have access to many training courses relating to business management, human resources, taxation, accounting, technology, software and accounting systems.
Part of our ongoing support for our clients, involves providing internal workshops and training sessions on key areas of interest.
We also, have key speakers present on important topics and areas of interest.
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