Business Succession Planning

What is Business Succession Planning?

Business succession planning refers to a planned course of action that outlines the transfer of ownership of your business to another. The need for succession planning isn’t immediately obvious but is a smart step to take to secure the future of your family business from unpredictable life events. The succession planning process involves:

  • Recording assets
  • Declaring beneficiaries
  • Appointing of an accountant to act on your behalf in the event of incapacitation
  • Advice on the implications of changing ownership arrangements (e.g. beneficial to transfer sooner rather than later? which business structure to use?)
  • Revision of any existing plans based on changes in circumstances or tax laws.

The Swinstead Approach

Julia has a reliable track record working with a diverse range of clients including FIFO workers, tradespeople, home based businesses, freelance businesses, personal service businesses, family trusts, companies, partnerships, not for profits and sole traders to mention a few.

Swinstead Accounting is fully insured and when working with Julia, you can expect honesty, reliability, punctuality and adherence to deadlines.  You can also enjoy the flexibility that comes when working with a mobile accountant with an emphasis placed on consistent and clear communication.

  • Qualified mobile CPA, best Master of Accounting at Curtin University
  • Expert at major accounting packages including Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks
  • Experienced in creating business succession plans for businesses across Perth
  • Toby KeenToby Keen

    As a small business sole trader, I am so happy to have found Julia as my accountant as she asks the right questions and understands what I do so the whole tax return prep process was seemless and quick. She is highly experienced, professional and really knows the inside out of tax so i feel that I'm in good hands. Thank you!

  • Helen-Ann VersteegHelen-Ann Versteeg

    Julia is hard working, honest & generous -- One lovely lady!

  • Sandy CreamSandy Cream

    Julia has been my accountant for almost a year now.
    She has made it that I am in touch with my business now.
    My books are all correct and I feel really good having control over the numbers.
    I highly recommend Julia.
    I can’t thanks her enough for how professional and how passionate she is at wanting to help me succeed.

  • Steph HamiltonSteph Hamilton

    Julia is very knowledgeable, reliable and passionate about her work. Highly recommended!

  • Paul WebsterPaul Webster

    Julia Swinstead doesn't only care about the numbers, she cares about people too. She will work hard to get the best outcome for you. Highly recommend.

  • Fiona JohnsonFiona Johnson

    Julia provides an informative, professional and helpful service. Highly recommended!!

  • Jacqueline CampbellJacqueline Campbell

    If you are looking for an accountant who is not only meticulous in her work but you can also ask any financial question that is bothering you without feeling like a dummy and get a terrific explanation, in english, the Julia is definitely the accountant for you !!!

  • Debbie AylmoreDebbie Aylmore

    Julia is a knowledgeable and thorough accountant who listens to her clients. Highly recommend

  • Lisa KniebeLisa Kniebe

    Julia is my financial rock!

    As a writer & creative numbers are not my thing. I’d tried to set myself up with simple bookkeeping systems, but I found myself in a mess at the end of this financial year! In fact, I’d given up using Quickbooks and had gone back to a spreadsheet as I didn’t now how to untangle the knots I’d created!

    Then along came Julia...

    Her pragmatic approach soon had everything sorted out and now I know exactly where I am.

    Highly recommend her for all your bookkeeping and accounting needs.

  • Rebecca PrivilegeRebecca Privilege

    Julia is experienced with a depth of knowledge that is second to none. Highly recommended.

  • Julian DyerJulian Dyer

    Julia, thanks for all your help with tax returns, accounting and company structure advice. Also, a tip of the hat for always being prompt to get on the phone to help me resolve issues with my bookkeeping. I now, finally, have full confidence that my finances are systemised and I'm in a position to scale up without the unexpected growing pains.

    Oh, and if anyone is wondering, yes - having a mobile accountant is awesome.

  • Brown HackettBrown Hackett

    Julia is very professional and a pleasure to deal with, I am lucky to have her as my Accountant. Gary

  • Paul EwbankPaul Ewbank

    Julia has done wonders she has sorted out many issues my last accountant missed and I can’t thank her enough. In life they say u need a good accountant and hey I have found her !!

  • Julian DyerJulian Dyer

    Highly recommended, Julia is professional, knows her stuff and takes the time to understand your business challenges and goals before recommending solutions.

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