Archives for September 2011

Why is there a difference between my Profit and Loss Statement and my cash flow?

The most confusing area for small business owners can be understanding what is actually happening in their accounts. Product based industry The biggest challenge that product based industries face is the actual product they sell – stock. The key element to understanding the difference between your profit and your cash flow lies in a number […]

The Missing Link Syndrome

Did you know that more than 87% of small business failures are because they do not understand the money side of their business?  That is a scary statistic isn’t it.  And one that should not be taken lightly!  This statistic is the basis of my ‘Missing Link Syndrome’.  Most business owners do not have a […]

Why doesn’t my accountant give me more information on how my business is performing?

Your accountant’s responsibility is to tie your figures together for the year, to make sure that you’re complying with all legal requirements in terms of the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) and also to ensure you’re deducting the correct amounts and paying the right tax. So, your accountant’s core focus in terms of what […]