Author
Dilip Kherajani
CPA, Australia and Financial Strategist
Qualifications: CPA Australia, Chartered Accountant
Dilip is a Chartered Accountant, international accountant, financial consultant and strategist, and has been based in Australia for fifteen years.
He co-leads Business Avengers with Rohit Maloo. He works with CFOs and business owners on how their finance function is built and what it actually costs, and writes here on the pulse of the Australian market and economy, and what it means for finance leaders.
Cash Flow
15+ Cash Flow Management Strategies Every Australian SME Should Implement Today
Every small or medium-sized business requires funds to process its ongoing operations. It can be anything from developing a digital product to buying office supplies. However, a recent survey revealed that nearly 80% of Australian SMEs have faced cash flow challenges in 2024.
CFO & Leadership
Financial Report Analysis for Australian SMEs: What You Need to Know?
A financial report provides an in-depth analysis of Australian businesses' present and future economic conditions. It also helps you stay aligned with the Australian Accounting Standards Board (AASB) while offering insights into cash flow, profitability, and financial stability.
CFO & Leadership
Types of Financial Models: A Guide for Australian SMEs to Plan and Grow
There are many different types of financial models that Australian SMEs can use to improve budgeting, planning, and long-term growth. From forecasting and valuation to scenario analysis and project finance, choosing the right financial model type can help your business optimise cash flow, reduce risk, and prepare for funding.
Payroll
16 Payroll Mistakes That Could Cost Your Business Big
Payroll mistakes can break the link between employee productivity and business goals. According to the Australian Payroll Association's 2024 Survey, 34% of respondents identified poor or incomplete payroll data as the leading risk.
CFO & Leadership
10 Financial Modelling Best Practices Every Australian SME Should Follow
Australian SMEs evidently face economic challenges like rising inflation, fluctuating interest rates, and evolving market conditions. These factors make adopting accurate financial modelling critical for informed and strategic financial decisions.
Bookkeeping
14 Common Bookkeeping Mistakes Australian SMEs Make and How to Fix Them
Running a small and medium-sized business is no small feat in Australia. You must juggle client calls, inventory, growth strategies, and everyday operations. While you manage all these tasks, bookkeeping may slip from your to-do list for healthy financial records.