What corporate advisory services does Australian Corporate Advisory provide in Canberra and Sydney?

Australian Corporate Advisory provides comprehensive corporate advisory services including strategic planning, business valuations, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business sales and divestments, risk management, corporate governance, and capital raising support. Our Canberra head office and Sydney office serve businesses across NSW and ACT, from startups to mid-market companies generating between $2 million and $200 million in annual revenue.

What is CFO advisory and how can outsourced CFO services help my business?

CFO advisory services provide businesses with access to experienced Chief Financial Officer expertise without the cost of a full-time hire. Australian Corporate Advisory's CFO advisory includes financial modelling, cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting, payroll services, BAS compliance, KPI development, and strategic financial planning. These services are particularly valuable for startups and scale-up companies preparing for capital events or needing to strengthen their financial capabilities.

Does Australian Corporate Advisory work with government contractors and defence industry businesses?

Yes, Australian Corporate Advisory specialises in working with government contractors, service providers, and defence and national security sector businesses. Based in Canberra with deep experience in the federal government contracting environment, we understand the unique challenges of operating in regulated government markets, including compliance requirements, contract management, and navigating policy changes affecting SMEs in the public sector.

What industries does Australian Corporate Advisory serve?

Australian Corporate Advisory serves diverse industries including digital and technology, software development, government contractors and service providers, healthcare and medical technology, defence and national security, hospitality, and professional services. Our advisors have deep experience in sectors with meaningful regulatory, operational, or commercial risk exposures across both the private sector and government contracting environment.

How can a business advisor help with strategic planning and business growth?

A strategic business advisor helps identify growth opportunities, develop actionable business strategies, and navigate unfamiliar challenges. Australian Corporate Advisory works hands-on with boards, executive teams, and business owners to develop mid-term and long-term strategies, optimise operations, enter new markets, improve organisational performance, and prepare for capital events such as mergers, acquisitions, or business sales.

What is the difference between a business consultant and a business advisor?

Business consultants typically engage for specific, well-defined tasks on short-term projects with clear deliverables. Business advisors like Australian Corporate Advisory work in areas of grey, helping clients define what needs to be done, developing long-term relationships, and supporting businesses through different growth stages. Advisors act proactively, using deep experience to guide outcomes over the long term rather than delivering discrete project outputs.

Does Australian Corporate Advisory provide business valuation services?

Yes, Australian Corporate Advisory provides professional business valuation services for various purposes including mergers and acquisitions, capital raising, succession planning, shareholder disputes, strategic decision-making, and business sales. Our valuations consider financial performance, market conditions, industry benchmarks, and strategic factors to deliver accurate assessments for Australian businesses.

What geographic areas does Australian Corporate Advisory service?

Australian Corporate Advisory is headquartered in Braddon, Canberra (ACT) with an additional office at Martin Place in Sydney (NSW). We service clients throughout New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, including Greater Sydney, Greater Canberra, Newcastle, Wollongong, Queanbeyan, and regional areas. We also support clients with global business pursuits, having experience in UK, French, US, and Asia Pacific markets.

What commercial advisory and contract management services are available?

Australian Corporate Advisory provides commercial advisory services including contract development and negotiation, pricing strategy development, commercial dispute resolution, IP and licensing advisory, supplier and partnership agreements, and commercial risk assessment. We operate as the commercial interface between business leadership and legal counsel, ensuring commercial intent translates into enforceable agreements aligned with strategic objectives.

How do I engage Australian Corporate Advisory for business advisory services?

To engage Australian Corporate Advisory, contact our team via telephone on (02) 6193 2800 or email info@auscorporate.com. We offer confidential initial consultations to understand your business needs, whether you require advisory support, transaction preparation, capital raising guidance, or governance advice. Our Canberra and Sydney offices are available by appointment Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Zach Proctor

Zach Proctor - Financial Operations Coordinator

Zach joined the Auscorpate team in 2026 as a Financial Operations Coordinator (AP/AR) while studying his Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Economic Studies and a Bachelor of International Security Studies minoring in Chinese Language at the Australian National University.

In this role, he supports the day-to-day financial operations of the business, including accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, account reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records.

Zach works with accounting software, including Xero, and takes a detail-oriented and organised approach to ensuring financial processes run efficiently and accurately. He is a reliable and proactive team member who performs effectively in fast-paced environments. He communicates confidently with colleagues and clients and is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes aligned with the firm’s values of integrity, trust, and professionalism.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce – Majoring in Economic Studies (Expected 2027)
Bachelor of International Security Studies – Minoring in Chinese Language (Expected 2027)

Zach Proctor

Zach Proctor - Financial Operations Coordinator

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