I Mind Your Business

WHO AM I?.

My name is Ross Wakelin. I am in the business of educating business owners on the factors that drive their business. I do this through the use of up-to- date software, training of accounts staff and regular reporting and meetings to help YOU, the business owner, understand where your business is at at the moment and what can be done to improve it going forward. I am a full member of the Institue of Practicing Accountants and also a registered BAS agent.

WHAT ARE MY CREDENTIALS?

I have had over 30 years experience as a corporate accountant and financial controller, learning the ins and outs of what makes a business successful. I have an MBA and a Masters in Accounting. I am also a certified silver XERO partner with a full knowledge of small business accounting software. I am passionate about helping small businesses and seeing them survive and grow in these tough economic times. I am a licenced BAS agent and MYOB partner.

WHAT CAN I OFFER THAT YOUR ACCOUNTANT DOESN’T?

I specialise in small businesses giving personal regular attention to my clients. I am available at any time, not just once a year, to get information and sign off the accounts. I will help you understand your business and supply you with up-to-date information to assist you to run your business more effectively with no end of year surprises. YOU know your business better than anyone else, but you need the right information at the right time to make the right decisions.

I am not a tax accountant, but can fulfil your BAS and IAS obligations throughout the year so you know you are reporting the right figures on time to the ATO and you are paying the correct amounts. I have up-to-date knowledge on tax matters and can help you supply the right information and ask the right questions of your tax accountant, saving him time and you money.

I concentrate on the future of your business not on the historical performance.  This cannot be changed, but the future can.

I Mind Your Business in Wellington Point, Brisbane, QLD categorized under Accountants Specialising in BAS Lodgement, Budgeting, Bookkeeping.

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Services

BOOKKEEPING.

We are able to keep your accounts accurate and up-to-date. We specialise in small businesses and can provide you with a worry free, cost effective solution that will keep you informed and the ATO and your tax accountant happy.

ACCOUNTS SETUP AND TRAINING

We can help you set up your accounts and train you in their use as well as provide ongoing support. We specialise in cloud based accounting using XERO, but are also proficient at MYOB and other systems.

BAS AND IAS SUBMISSION

We are able to come in as your BAS or IAS falls due and reconcile and complete the necessary forms, ensuring accuracy and timely submission. We are also able to lodge all returns online providing our clients an additional four weeks in which to submit and pay their quarterly returns.

MANAGEMENT REPORTS & ANALYSIS

We are able to supply up-to-date reports and analysis on where your business is at. By reviewing your business’s progress, you can react quickly to any downturns or opportunities that arise. Don’t wait for your Tax accountant to tell you how you did “last year” 6 months later, KNOW NOW!!!

BUSINESS HEALTH CHECK

We can do a one-off analysis of your business so you can see how you are performing compared to previous years and analyse the key ratios that drive your business. With this knowledge, management can make meaningful decisions to aid improvement.

BUDGETS & CASH FLOWS

Budgets provide a business with direction on where they want to be in 1 year or 5 years time. They are not just figures, but a plan for the future of the business backed by figures that can provide a benchmark on which to gauge progress.

Cash is King and the whole royal family for businesses. You need to maintain your cash-flow at the optimal level on which to ensure the long term viability and growth of your business. We are able to provide cash-flow analysis and forecasting to assist you in this process. Many business fail, not through lack of profit, but lack of cash-flow and this can often be avoided by careful planning.

JOB & PROJECT MANAGEMENT

We can assist you with the setup and implementation of one of the best cloud based Job and Project Management softwares. WorkflowMax offers you a complete, cloud based solution to manage projects and jobs. It’s often all a small business needs.

Testimonials​

“Sustainable Marketing Services was launched in 2008.  We wanted to grow the business and knew we needed help from an external financial expert to control and improve our financial performance.

In 2009, we started working with Ross Wakelin from IMYB. Ross’ role has evolved as the business has grown.  He has set up financial processes, cash flow plans, budgets, KPIs, completes monthly financial performance reports, does our BAS, super, IAS and group tax.

We have been able to make better financial decisions because of the reports and expert advice Ross provides.  Meeting with Ross each month keeps us focused on our financial performance.

With our focus giving our customers the best service possible, it is really easy for us to drop the ball with our finances, so we really need Ross around, to know someone has got our financial performance in his sights.”

Maria Anderson – Director

“Neighbourhood Watch Australasia (NHWA) is the largest, not for profit,  community based crime prevention organisation in Australasia.

NHWA is an incorporated society (ACT) and funded by the Australian Federal Government.  NHWA works across all NHW community organisations and Police Services, in membership States, Territories and New Zealand delivering community safety and crime prevention programs.

Ross Wakelin has been NHWA’s Accountant for the past three years.  Ross lead the transition of the accounting systems into XERO which enables us to work with ease across multi locations.  As a Government Funded organisation stringent and regular reporting is required to the Board of the organisation and to the Government.  Ross provides excellent on hand, reliable advice and services to ensure that all accounting practices, reporting  and legislative requirements are met.  Ross’s knowledge and understanding of our business needs and legal requirements as an incorporated society have aided and assisted us greatly in being able to provide the best services possible to our members and our funding providers.”

Ingrid Stonhill – CEO

“Future Fleet Pty Ltd are providers of GPS, Fleet Management and Vehicle Tracking solutions for the transport, mining and service industries.

Ross has been providing Future Fleet with a monthly financial dashboard of our business since 2010.  Even though we are working in the business daily, we rely on monthly meetings with Ross where we analyse all areas of the business and discuss strategies to improve the business.

We are soon to embark on a new Accounting package and will again rely on Ross’ expertise and training to achieve a smooth transition from our current provider.”

Lorraine Worthington – Director

“Sustainable Marketing Services was launched in 2008. We wanted to grow the business and knew we needed help from an external financial expert to control and improve our financial performance. In 2009, we started working with Ross Wakelin from IMYB. Ross’ role has evolved as the business has grown. He has set up financial processes, cash flow plans, budgets, KPIs, completes monthly financial performance reports, does our BAS, super, IAS and group tax. We have been able to make better financial decisions because of the reports and expert advice Ross provides. Meeting with Ross each month keeps us focused on our financial performance. With our focus giving our customers the best service possible, it is really easy for us to drop the ball with our finances, so we really need Ross around, to know someone has got our financial performance in his sights. Maria Anderson Sustainable Marketing Services”

“I use Xero accounting and i find Ross is honest, down to earth and keeps you on track. Would not hesitate to recommend him for your accounts.”