Rural Money Matters

Fire your bookkeeper and hire a Strategic Bookkeeper! What's the difference? Listen in to find out!

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Profit First is only for profitable businesses isn't it? NO! Listen in to find out why!

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In this episode, I explain why separating personal and business expenses is essential for running a successful business!  

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In our dynamic and ever-evolving world, the key to success isn't just in the hard work we put in, but in the questions we ask. Curiosity isn't just a trait for the curious; it's an invaluable tool that can shape the trajectory of our ag businesses! Listen in to learn more about the power of asking questions!

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Whether you're a small business owner, or a seasoned financial professional, understanding the concept of a Chart of Accounts is crucial for managing your business's finances effectively.

Tune in to learn about what a Chart of Accounts is and some hot tips for ensuring it works for you!

As any business owner knows, maintaining smooth cash flow requires juggling nearly every facet of a business, from staying on top of accounts receivable, to extending lines of credit, to managing inventory/stock on hand. The essence of successful cash flow management is regulating the money flowing in and out of your business. Increasing your cash flow reduces the amount of fixed capital that you need to support the given level of your business. An increased, consistent cash flow also creates a predictable business pattern, making it easier to plan and budget for future growth. 

Listen in to find out 11 things you can do to improve your cash flow!

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Disclaimer: this episode does not contain financial advice. All information is general in nature and you should seek professional support specific for your business before taking action on any of the tips discussed in this episode.

Listen in for a few quick tips about how to streamline your tax time for a stress free end of year!

Bookkeeping can be a time-consuming and complex task for small business owners. It is essential to keep track of finances, expenses, and profits to run a successful business. However, managing bookkeeping in-house can take up valuable time and resources that could be better spent on other important aspects of your business. Listen in to find out why outsourcing your bookkeeping is beneficial and how to get started with outsourcing!

Running a successful business involves making informed decisions that support long-term goals while maintaining profitability. This requires aligning business strategy and profit plans to ensure that the business stays on track with its mission. Tune in to hear some tips about aligning your business strategy and profit plans!

In this episode Emily chats with Tim Findlay, Managing Director of Cato Advisory about all things rural finance!

Tim is an experienced financial services professional with more than 20 years of experience in global investment banking, corporate lending and agribusiness.

After growing up on a small farm in Cowra in the NSW Central West, Tim attended CSU in Bathurst before embarking on a career in Sydney, Dublin and London with the likes of the Commonwealth Bank, Deutsche Bank, Merrill Lynch, and Lloyds Banking Group. His desire to be closer to family and a lifelong connection with rural Australia led him to join Westpac Agribusiness in 2013 where he completed transactions for clients ranging from small family farm enterprises to ASX-listed corporate agribusinesses and investment funds.

In 2022, Tim founded Cato Advisory to deliver where other regional finance and advisory firms could not: holistic, dynamic and proactive strategic business support focused on the future health and direction of rural and regional businesses.

Tim lives in Young, NSW with his wife Clare and three young children. He is an enthusiastic musician and loves playing golf and coaching junior rugby and cricket. He is a director and the current treasurer of the Western Region Academy of Sport.

Tim is a Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) and holds a Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management, a Bachelor of Business from Charles Sturt University, and a Master of Applied Finance from Macquarie University. He is also a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australia.

Contact Tim here: https://www.catoadvisory.com.au/