It depends on your business stage and needs. If you need 40 hours per week of hands-on work with high transaction volumes or complex daily operations requiring office presence, hiring might make sense. Most growing businesses need senior strategic expertise 10-20 hours weekly, not full-time execution. Hiring a finance manager typically costs $95k-$115k annually including super and leave based on Sydney market rates, requires 3-month ramp-up, and creates single-point-of-failure risk.

Scale Suite delivers structured team coverage with dedicated junior specialists handling daily reconciliation and compliance, mid-level analysts producing management reporting and analysis, and senior CFO oversight providing strategic guidance. Everything works together with daily communication and immediate responses at a fraction of the total employment cost. We're ideal for businesses at $2M-$10M revenue with 10-50 employees who need strategic leadership but don't yet justify six-figure internal hires. Schedule your strategy call and we'll honestly assess whether you're better off hiring or outsourcing.

Scale Suite provides complete finance department coverage through our integrated three-tier model. We're registered BAS Agents and Chartered Accountants (members of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand), delivering the depth of an internal finance team without the hiring costs.

Junior specialists manage daily bookkeeping, reconciliation, and BAS compliance. Mid-level analysts handle management reporting, cash flow forecasting, and variance analysis. Senior CFO oversight delivers strategic guidance, scenario planning, and executive insights. We also offer project-based HR services for recruitment support, employment contracts, and people systems when needed.

As certified Xero Partners and Advisors, we integrate daily through shared communication platforms, responding like internal staff with complete financial visibility. We work alongside your accountant who handles annual tax returns and tax planning. Whether you're planning your first finance hire or need to replace expensive internal staff, our services deliver what a $150k+ internal team would produce at a fraction of the cost.

Traditional accounting firms typically engage with clients annually during tax season, focusing on tax returns and compliance. We operate as your embedded finance department with daily integration into your business.

Dedicated junior specialists handle operational finance including bookkeeping and BAS preparation. Mid-level analysts deliver management reporting with cash flow forecasts and KPI dashboards. Senior CFO oversight provides strategic guidance. Our integrated team eliminates the single-point failure risk of one person juggling compliance, reporting, and strategy.

Unlike most bookkeepers who just process transactions, we're Chartered Accountants who understand how daily numbers translate into financial statements and strategic decisions. We use secure cloud-based systems for real-time visibility and proactive insights, responding same-day through shared platforms rather than waiting for monthly or annual engagements. You get the complete finance function without building the team yourself, while your accountant continues to handle your annual tax obligations.

Outsourcing to Scale Suite delivers immediate cost savings and structured team coverage compared to building in-house teams. Internal hires typically cost $95k-$115k annually including super and leave based on Sydney rates, require 3-month ramp-up periods, and create coverage gaps during absences. A single hire also means one person juggling compliance, reporting, and strategy, often dropping focus in key areas.

Our model provides dedicated junior specialists for daily compliance work, mid-level analysts for management reporting and analysis, and senior oversight for strategic CFO guidance. All working together with daily communication and immediate responses. You get the depth of an entire team without recruitment risk, training time, or full-time salary commitments.

We integrate daily through shared platforms with proactive insights. Our clients consistently report improved cash flow management, better decision-making visibility, and reduced operational stress. As Australian-based Chartered Accountants and registered BAS Agents, we keep your business fully compliant while you focus on growth. Your accountant continues to handle annual tax returns while we manage the operational finance function.

Absolutely. While we're headquartered in Sydney, we serve businesses across Australia including Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional areas through cloud-based systems and daily communication platforms. Our service delivery uses leading platforms like Xero and secure document sharing, ensuring seamless integration regardless of location.

We provide the same daily responsiveness and real-time visibility wherever you're based. Many of our successful client relationships are with businesses outside Sydney who benefit from our structured three-tier model and senior expertise at competitive rates. Our Australia-wide approach eliminates geographic constraints while delivering better outcomes than single internal hires.

We're built for Australian businesses at an inflection point: your finances are too complex for a bookkeeper alone, but hiring a $100k+ finance manager feels premature. Our clients typically have $2M-$10M annual revenue, 10-50 employees, multiple revenue streams, and founders tired of gut-feel financial decisions without proper reporting.

You know you need better cash flow forecasting, management reporting, and strategic guidance. But you don't need someone in the office 40 hours per week. If you're considering your first finance hire or looking to replace expensive internal staff, our three-tier model delivers senior-level expertise at a fraction of the cost.

Junior specialists handle compliance, mid-level analysts produce reporting, and senior oversight provides strategic direction. Everything scales flexibly as needs change. We work across industries including professional services, technology, property management, e-commerce, hospitality, and trades.

We offer transparent, predictable monthly pricing based on your business complexity and needs. Packages start $2,000-$3,000/month for complete finance function coverage including bookkeeping, management reporting, and fractional CFO services. This typically replaces what would cost $95k-$115k annually for an internal finance manager (including super and leave based on Sydney rates), delivering savings of $60k-$85k per year.

During your free consultation, we'll assess your requirements and recommend the most cost-effective solution. We provide fixed monthly packages (our most popular option), project-based pricing, or hybrid arrangements. You get structured team coverage across all tiers rather than paying full-time salary for one person. Start with our 30-day money-back guarantee if you're not satisfied.

We also offer a 30 day money back guarantee if you are not happy with our service!

Definitely. Our senior CFO-level specialists provide comprehensive strategic planning with detailed financial forecasting, operational efficiency improvements, and growth planning. We combine deep financial expertise with strategic thinking to help achieve ambitious goals.

This includes annual budgeting and forecasting, scenario planning for growth paths, cost control strategies, and pricing reviews. Also financial modelling for expansion or acquisition, and preparation for capital raises or exit planning. Whether you're scaling from $5M to $10M revenue, entering new markets, preparing for investors, or building towards a sale, we deliver the frameworks and insights needed for confident decisions.

Our approach provides CFO-level guidance without the $150k+ full-time salary commitment, scaled to the hours you actually need.

We deliver practical, sustainable solutions through our integrated three-tier model rather than relying on a single person. Dedicated junior specialists manage daily compliance and reconciliation. Mid-level analysts handle management reporting and cash flow analysis. Senior oversight delivers CFO-level strategic guidance. All working together in your business with daily integration and immediate responses.

This eliminates single-point failure risk and provides team depth. Our approach typically costs $30k-$48k annually while delivering what a $150k+ internal team would produce. We become a true extension of your leadership team as Chartered Accountants and registered BAS Agents, providing senior support without recruitment risk, ramp-up delays, training time, or full-time salary commitment.

As small business owners ourselves, we understand real challenges across growth stages. We offer flexibility to scale without notice periods or severance costs.

Our streamlined onboarding process typically gets new clients operational within 1-2 weeks, depending on system complexity. Unlike internal hires who require 3-month ramp-up, we deliver immediate impact with no training time needed.

Week one covers consultation, system access setup, and current state review. Week two includes team assignment across tiers, communication platform integration, and first deliverables. We've designed the process to minimise disruption while implementing robust systems that add value from day one.

Junior specialists begin daily reconciliation and compliance, mid-level analysts start reporting, and senior oversight provides guidance immediately. We don't require long-term contracts, so you can experience our three-tier approach risk-free with our 30-day money-back guarantee.

Data security and compliance are foundational to everything we do. We use encrypted cloud platforms with secure transmission protocols, conduct regular security audits, and maintain strict adherence to Australian privacy laws and regulations. Our team is bound by professional codes of conduct through our Chartered Accountants membership and BAS Agent registration with the Tax Practitioners Board.

We maintain confidentiality agreements with all team members and secure cloud storage with regular backups. As registered BAS Agents, we ensure full compliance with ATO requirements including GST and PAYG withholding. Compliance is built into every service across our tiers, from BAS preparation to management reporting to strategic planning.

We provide transparent reporting and comprehensive documentation for audit requirements. Your sensitive business data is always protected with best security practices, and we proactively identify and mitigate risks before they become problems.