Better Business Basics
Annie Flannagan

Better Business Basics specialises in taking the stress out of setting-up and maintaining your accounts, so that you can concentrate on what you're best at. Think of us as the link between your firm and your accountant.

Unfortunately, the bookkeeping side of your practice doesn't generate revenue. It's tedious and not as exciting as law. But it is important to get it right. With our knowledge of LEAP, MYOB and the legal profession, together with our expertise in Bookkeeping and Accounting Systems, we provide a simple one-stop bookkeeping solution to:

• Supply and install LEAP Accounting and integrate it with MYOB;

• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts;

• Comply with all your external obligations - Trust Accounting, GST, PAYG, Superannuation, Workers Compensation and Payroll Tax;

• Provide you with timely Management Reports and KPIs;

• Establish budget and planning disciplines;

• Establish systems to improve Cashflow and Debtor Control

We are members of The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, MYOB Certified Consultants and registered BAS Agents. All our Account Managers have Police Checks and are fully insured.

We can show you how the combination of LEAP Accounting and BBB Legal Bookkeeping cuts the cost of the compliance side of your practice. Contact us for a free onsite review and demonstration, and let us help you choose a long term bookkeeping support solution that fits your budget.

Book Online at www.betterbusinessbasics.com.au or call 1300 991 059.

Scahill & Co Accountants
Jason Pun

Jason is a highly experienced Senior Accountant and joined Scahill & Co in 2003. He enjoys working one-on-one with his clients who find him very approachable and accommodating to their requirements. Jason also became a Registered Tax Agent in 2004 and has been a full CPA member since 1999.

Prior to this, Jason worked as a Management Accountant for Cosco International Holdings Ltd where he gained accounts management experience within a large import/export organisation whilst gaining exposure to complete audit and taxation issues.

He has been associated with LEAP Legal Software since 2008 and became a Certified Consultant in 2010. Since being associated with LEAP, Jason has worked closely with a number of law firms from all genres. This has included regular accounting / management assignments as well as preparation of BAS/IAS returns and Trust Account reconciliation.

Jason has also been entrusted with the installation of LEAP Accounting version updates for a number of law firms, including the vital setup of MYOB software. He has also undertaken assignments to assist law firms in migration of their data from legacy systems across to LEAP Accounting and MYOB. This can be a very significant process and employing the skills of a qualified professional such as Jason is of the utmost importance. A “He’ll be right attitude” is a far cry from the level of understanding required to perform such installation and transfer of highly sensitive data.

Contact Jason Pun on 02 8861 9888 or 0410 579 866 or email jason.pun@scahillco.com.au. Visit www.scahillco.com.au.

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Accent Practice Management (Established 2001)
Chris Sillince FIPA JP

Accent Practice Management is committed to client satisfaction in the use of the powerful combination of LEAP Accounting and MYOB software in legal practices.

The firm’s principal, Chris Sillince, is a fellow member of the Institute of Public Accountants and a registered BAS agent; a highly experienced former legal office practice manager and a Trust Account Examiner for The Law Society of NSW. His association with LEAP commenced in 2003 and he became a Certified Consultant in 2006.

Accent helps firms with the purchase and setup of MYOB and the installation of LEAP Accounting, as well as providing:

a) Assistance in migrating data from legacy systems into LEAP Accounting and MYOB (the ‘conversion process’)
b) Training for effective MYOB use
c) Additional training in LEAP Accounting, and
d) Ongoing accounting/bookkeeping services and support including practice management issues.

Many firms underestimate the value of and time taken to get the conversion process correct. Failure to get this right is not an option. It is a critical process and its importance cannot be overstated.

Accent supports a considerable number of city, suburban, country  and interstate law firms and is contactable every day, 8:00am - 8:00pm.

Contact Chris Sillince on 02 9011 7696 or 0422 225 849 or email csillince@accentbusiness.com.au. Visit www.accentbusiness.com.au.

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Aus-Wide Accounting & Consulting Services
Maurice L Smith

Maurice became a LEAP Accounting Certified Consultant in 2006 and has accumulated thousands of hours experience with over 80 law firms using LEAP Accounting and MYOB. He knows both software packages 'inside out', this means that he is productive immediately saving you time and money and helping you and your staff to get the most out of LEAP Accounting.

Maurice has experience with both the previous version (LEAP Accounting 2003) and the new version of LEAP Office Accounting V10, so he can help you right now.  He knows how to use the work flow processes in LEAP to make your accounting processes as effective as is possible.

His clients range in size from the very small to the large multi-office variety. No matter your firm's size he can assist you today.

Your practice collects lots of data in LEAP Accounting and MYOB - but do you know how to turn that data into meaningful management information to assist your practice to grow? Maurice does, just ask him how and you will gain the benefit of his knowledge and experience.

Contact Maurice Smith on 0414 538 475 or email maurice@auswidepc.com.au. Visit www.auswidepc.com.au.

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Financial Delivered
Frances Dunne
B.Bus. CPA MYOB & LEAP Certified Consultant

'Financials Delivered' was established 3 years ago, after more than 20 years experience in Law Firms in various financial roles including 12 years as a Financial Controller in a mid tier law firm.

As a LEAP and MYOB certified consultant, Frances is able to offer assistance with the day to day financial management of small to medium legal practises. These services included but are not limited to setting up MYOB for new LEAP installations, transferring data from old accounting software to LEAP, Bookkeeping, management reporting, BAS preparation and lodgement, Trust and Controlled money accounting.

Frances has the flexibility to travel to your office; alternatively access your data remotely and to work out of normal office hours, whatever is most suitable to your needs.

Contact Frances Dunne on 0413 600 668 or email frances@financialsdelivered.com.au.

Xavier Consulting Group
Matthew Cranitch

Matthew has over 20 years experience in various accounting, tax and advisory roles.

His main areas of expertise are management accounting and software services (including installation, setup and training) for MYOB and LEAP Accounting.

His firm, Xavier Consulting Group, provides the following services;

• Ensuring MYOB is configured in the optimum manner. This may include recommending the use of M-Powered payments or a different version of the product or advising on features which could be utilised to improve efficiency;

• Ensuring LEAP is configured correctly and fully integrates with MYOB and installing updates for LEAP Accounting;

• A telephone support service for MYOB and LEAP questions;

• Management accounting services including monthly trust reconciliations, bank reconciliations, supporting a bookkeeper (if the firm has one) and reviewing the MYOB file to ensure integrity of entries;

• Asset maintenance services. We can assist with the utilisation of MYOB Asset Manager Pro to track and depreciate your firms assets;

• Preparation of monthly management reports. This includes reviewing practice profitability against established KPI's, partner and staff profitability, actual v budget reports, cash flow analysis, and various other key reports as required;

• Business services such as developing business plans and assisting with strategy development.

Contact Matthew Cranitch on 0415 339 530 or email xavieract@bigpond.com. Visit www.xavierconsulting.com.au.

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Better Business Basics
Annie Flannagan

Better Business Basics specialises in taking the stress out of setting-up and maintaining your accounts, so that you can concentrate on what you're best at. Think of us as the link between your firm and your accountant.

Unfortunately, the bookkeeping side of your practice doesn't generate revenue. It's tedious and not as exciting as law. But it is important to get it right. With our knowledge of LEAP, MYOB and the legal profession, together with our expertise in Bookkeeping and Accounting Systems, we provide a simple one-stop bookkeeping solution to:

• Supply and install LEAP Accounting and integrate it with MYOB;

• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts;

• Comply with all your external obligations - Trust Accounting, GST, PAYG, Superannuation, Workers Compensation and Payroll Tax;

• Provide you with timely Management Reports and KPIs;

• Establish budget and planning disciplines;

• Establish systems to improve Cashflow and Debtor Control

We are members of The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, MYOB Certified Consultants and registered BAS Agents. All our Account Managers have Police Checks and are fully insured.

We can show you how the combination of LEAP Accounting and BBB Legal Bookkeeping cuts the cost of the compliance side of your practice. Contact us for a free onsite review and demonstration, and let us help you choose a long term bookkeeping support solution that fits your budget.

Book Online at www.betterbusinessbasics.com.au or call 1300 991 059.

Step-up
Sarah Singleton

Step-Up specialises in providing bookkeeping, payroll, setup and training services using MYOB & LEAP Accounting. They are well versed in inventory, multiple currencies, debtors, creditors, trust account legislative requirements and payroll.

Sarah Singleton is the managing director of Step-Up and manages a very talented team of staff. Sarah is both an MYOB Certified Consultant and a LEAP Accounting Certified Consultant, along with being a full member of both the Accounting Technicians Association and the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.

Step-Up is centrally based in the Melbourne CBD and is endorsed by the Small Business Development Program in the City of Melbourne. Step-Up has been operating since 1998 and is a very proactive company that embraces technology and is focused on streamlining systems wherever possible.

Contact Sarah on 03 96500922 or email sarah@step-up.com.au. Visit: www.step-up.com.au.

AHM Business Management Services
Tony Mitchell

Tony Mitchell specialises in bookkeeping for small to medium enterprises. All bookkeeping will include provision of B.A.S. and preparation of management accounts to trial balance. And with over 22 years experience in the manufacture, importation and supply of product to Australia’s largest retailers AHM BMS, Tony is also able to provide sound advice and practical solutions.

Contact Tony Mitchell on 03 9879 0947 or 0407 885 307 or email tmitch@bigpond.net.au.

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Figurit Bookkeeping
Linda Chesher

Figurit Bookkeeping is a member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, a Certified Leap Consultant, Certified MYOB Consultant, Xero Silver Partner/Consultant and an approved BAS Agent. Other staff qualifications include Cert IV in Accounting and Cert IV in Bookkeeping.

Figurit prides itself on being a professional, progressive bookkeeping company with our bookkeeper’s using a variety of popular software for data entry, payroll, reconciliation of accounts, creditor and debtor control, completion of BAS and IAS and all other facets of bookkeeping. We take great care in producing a very high standard of work with attention to detail and enjoy maintaining a close friendly working relationship with our clients.

Figurit not only provides the standard onsite and remote access bookkeeping but also utilises “In the Cloud” bookkeeping for many of its clients including leap Online which combined with our electronic filing systems support worldwide online access to a company’s accounts 24/7.

Contact Linda Chesher on 07 5329 2019 or 0421 454 168 or email linda@figurit.com.au.

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Swell Accounting Services
Peter Adams

We are boutique bookkeeping and accounting firm specialising in looking after our client's needs. Our services include: Software sales, install and training, Bookkeeping and Accounting, Budgets, Cashflow Statements and Business Plans, Payroll and Debtor Collection. We offer a mobile service whereby we come to you. We are a member of National Institute of Accountants plus MYOB Certified Consultant plus QuickBooks Accredited Partner.

Our aim is to be focused on providing accurate data entry of all financial transactions, with reliable and timely reporting of that information so that you can run your business. Swell Accounting assists small to medium sized businesses and individuals by relieving some of the pressures of financial record keeping. We endeavor to save you both time and money in the long run.

Swell Accounting is about helping you. We offer a range of services to relieve all bookkeeping headaches so that you can run your business not have your business run you thus allowing you the opportunity to spend more time for yourself.

Contact Peter Adams on 07 5522 4593 or 0409 904 039 or email adminadamsconcepts@aapt.net.au.

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Financial Controlling Services
Lynne Spalding CPA

Financial Controlling Services was established in 2002 to assist small to medium size businesses to reach their full potential through efficient in-house accounting systems. The founder, Lynne Spalding is a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) who has a passion to ensure the accounting systems are accurate and staff fully trained to be able to take ownership of the data file. "The most powerful way to achieve your success is to ensure the success of others."

We are here to help you:

• Certified MYOB Consultants

• Certified Leap Consultants

• Accredited Trainer - both onsite or in our training room

• BAS Agent

Call Lynne Spalding on 0412 765 507 or email lynne@fcsglobal.com.au for a free confidential review of your data file.

Better Business Basics
Annie Flannagan

Better Business Basics specialises in taking the stress out of setting-up and maintaining your accounts, so that you can concentrate on what you're best at. Think of us as the link between your firm and your accountant.

Unfortunately, the bookkeeping side of your practice doesn't generate revenue. It's tedious and not as exciting as law. But it is important to get it right. With our knowledge of LEAP, MYOB and the legal profession, together with our expertise in Bookkeeping and Accounting Systems, we provide a simple one-stop bookkeeping solution to:

• Supply and install LEAP Accounting and integrate it with MYOB;

• Reconcile bank and general ledger accounts;

• Comply with all your external obligations - Trust Accounting, GST, PAYG, Superannuation, Workers Compensation and Payroll Tax;

• Provide you with timely Management Reports and KPIs;

• Establish budget and planning disciplines;

• Establish systems to improve Cashflow and Debtor Control

We are members of The Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, MYOB Certified Consultants and registered BAS Agents. All our Account Managers have Police Checks and are fully insured.

We can show you how the combination of LEAP Accounting and BBB Legal Bookkeeping cuts the cost of the compliance side of your practice. Contact us for a free onsite review and demonstration, and let us help you choose a long term bookkeeping support solution that fits your budget.

Book Online at www.betterbusinessbasics.com.au or call 1300 991 059.

Adams Professional Services
Renae Adams

Adams Professional Services is a company that is committed to making your business successful.

Renae Adams is the director of Adams Professional Services since 2005. A professional bookkeeper, certified trainer and a registered BAS agent, Renae is dedicated to her clientele as she likes to see them succeed.

Renae is a member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers and a certified consultant with MYOB and LEAP Accounting.

Renae provides services to all legal firms including:

• Trust Accounting and Reconciliation

• GST and PAYG

• Management Reporting and Budget Preparation

• MYOB Training

• Configuration of MYOB with LEAP Office

Renae operates within the South-West as well as Perth City and is contactable on 0408 570 181 or via email on renae.adams@bigpond.com.au.

For further information on other services that our company provides take a look at our website www.adamsprofessional.com.au

Five Star Bookkeeping Specialists
Melannie Sanders

Melannie Sanders, the owner and operator of Five Star Bookkeeping Specialists, is a Registered BAS Agent and Certified Bookkeeper.

Melannie has over 12 years experience in a huge variety of businesses. We specialize in all aspects of bookkeeping and trust accounting with extensive knowledge and experience with MYOB, LEAP, Xero and other accounting programs. Melannie is a member of Australian Bookkeepers Network (ABN) and thrives on offering all her clients the best service with the highest priority.

Melannie operates from all areas in Perth, both on and offsite. Melannie can be contacted on 0404 836 374 or fivestarbooks@bigpond.com.