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1 ACCOUNTANCY PLANNING ADVICE Growing Forward How ifac can help you ifac.ie

2 The right advice at your side If you want to travel fast travel alone, if you want to travel far, travel together. From family farms and forestry ventures to food business start-ups and agri-tourism enterprises, businesses need to run efficiently, invest wisely and grow sustainably. When all of this happens and businesses succeed, so do the communities around them, creating employment and sustaining a unique way of life. We don t take this for granted as it s not always easy to see where you are or where you need to go. That s why ifac is here. We understand that managing and growing your farm or business can take time and you will have different needs at different times. For over forty years, we have worked with our clients, regardless of size, location or circumstance, so they can be the best they can be. We help them establish and maintain the foundations of sound business and financial practice to let them flourish. 3

3 The right advice at your side o u r offices ifac serves over 18,000 members, with branches in over 30 locations. Leinster Bluebell, Dublin 12 Carlow, Co. Carlow Drogheda. Co. Louth Enniscorthy, Co. Wexford Kilkenny, Co. Kilkenny Kilkenny SME, Co. Kilkenny Lucan, Co. Dublin Mullingar, Co. Westmeath Portlaoise, Co. Laois Trim, Co. Meath Tullamore, Co. Offaly Wicklow, Co. Wicklow Connaught Athenry, Co. Galway Balla, Co. Mayo Collooney, Co. Sligo Roscommon, Co. Roscommon Munster Bandon, Co. Cork Blarney, Co. Cork Caherciveen, Co. Kerry Cahir, Co. Tipperary Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Ennis, Co. Clare Limerick City Mallow, Co. Cork Mogeely, Co. Cork Nenagh, Co. Tipperary Skibbereen, Co. Cork Templemore, Co. Tipperary Tralee, Co. Kerry Ulster Cavan, Co. Cavan Monaghan, Co. Monaghan Raphoe, Co. Donegal From family farms and forestry ventures to food business start-ups and agri-tourism enterprises, businesses need to run efficiently, invest wisely and grow sustainably. When all of this happens and businesses succeed, so do the communities around them, creating employment and sustaining a unique way of life. We don t take this for granted as it s not always easy to see where you are or where you need to go. That s why ifac is here. We understand that managing and growing your farm or business can take time and you will have different needs at different times. For over forty years, we have worked with our clients, regardless of size, location or circumstance, so they can be the best they can be. We help them establish and maintain the foundations of sound business and financial practice to let them flourish. 6

4 We start by listening We want to know what matters most to you. No one knows your farm or business better, so by listening to you, we gain a deep understanding of your business, your challenges and your ambitions. Backed by a deep foundation and knowledge of your plans, we bring our financial and sectoral expertise to help you make informed commercial decisions. Your insight will show us where you are now and our experience will guide you to where you want to be. our approach Your ifac Partner is the first point of contact between you, the local team and our national service and sector specialists. This approach ensures you have access to the right knowledge and specialist advice that best suit the needs of your enterprise. Young farmers need expert specialist advice, they need to be with an accountant who knows farming, farm income and transfer taxes. ifac fit the bill... Colm & Judy Diggins Causeway, Co. Kerry 7

5 Sound advice, independent solutions We understand that every business has its individual needs and opportunities. Our team of experts can offer you the most comprehensive independent advice and specialist solutions tailored to fit your needs. Our key solutions are: Getting the benefit of all the ifac specialists with one point of contact has been great for us. We re a growing business, having a partner who brings an external perspective is highly valuable. Padraig Hennessy Co-Founder Terra Liquid Minerals Taxation Ensure that your taxes are structured as efficiently as possible by planning your affairs with one of our specialist tax advisors. Specialist advisory Increase profits and drive growth with advice from our committed teams of highly experienced professionals. Financial planning Choose from the best investment solutions available with independent advice from our financial specialists, supported by our accounting and tax teams. Finance Access the right finance opportunities to start, develop or expand your enterprise. Audit and assurance Focus on ensuring compliance during your next audit and add value specific to your business. Accounts Keep track of your financial transactions and gather vital information for planning your financial future. Payroll Make sure that payments are made accurately, on time, and in compliance with legislation in this critical part of your enterprise. Capital Planning Optimise your asset ownership, succession, acquisition or divestment strategy. 10

6 With you every step of the way Putting your plan into action is just the beginning. Our flexible approach means we regularly take the time to check in with you. We can routinely track, monitor and review performance and work with you to make adjustments when necessary, giving you the confidence and continuity to grow within an ever changing landscape. Our proactive approach means we can help anticipate potential issues and opportunities along the way, and give you the sound advice you need to achieve your goals. So whether you re adapting to the changing market or passing your enterprise onto the next generation, we ll be there to guide you. our process Our three stage process; We start with listening, then using our understanding, we plan ahead and then put those plans into action. We review and monitor performance and adapt and adjust as needed along the way. 1 2 Listen Plan Action 3 REVIEW REVIEW 11

7 Let s talk... Speak to your local ifac Partner today to find out how we can help your business to grow forward. ifac s story is one of challenge and opportunity, ambition and success. The pioneering vision that led to the establishment of ifac over forty years ago still drives our organisation today. It has helped make us who we are and inspire our ambition for the future. 13

8 Let s talk... Speak to your local ifac Partner today to find out how we can help your business to grow forward. ifac s service goes beyond the traditional tax accountant. Their service matches my plans for the future of my farm with top class tax planning Pat Murphy Beef and Dairy farmer 15

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