Business Automation That Actually Makes Sense
We've spent fifteen years helping Australian businesses move away from spreadsheet chaos and into streamlined financial operations. Real systems. Real efficiency. No buzzwords.
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Recognition Built Through Results
These numbers reflect work done between 2018 and 2024 with various Australian businesses. Your results will depend on your specific situation and commitment.
Business Teams Trained
Report Improved Efficiency
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Industry Certifications
Learning From Someone Who's Been There
Elspeth Kirkwood has worked in financial systems implementation since 2009. She started in accounts payable at a mid-sized manufacturing firm, moved into process optimization consulting, and eventually started training teams on automation tools. She's certified in three major accounting platforms and has taught over 800 professionals across Australia.
Her approach is straightforward because she remembers what it's like to feel overwhelmed by new software. She focuses on practical application rather than theory, showing you exactly how to handle the situations you'll actually face in your work.
Choose Your Starting Point
Different roles need different knowledge. We've structured our programs around the actual challenges people face in their positions. Pick what matches your current situation.
Operations Focus
For people managing daily financial operations who need to streamline recurring tasks and reduce manual data entry.
- Process mapping and optimization
- Automation tool selection
- Implementation planning
- Team transition management
Analysis Focus
For analysts and controllers who need better reporting capabilities and more sophisticated data handling.
- Advanced reporting systems
- Data integration methods
- Dashboard design
- Performance metrics
Strategy Focus
For executives and decision-makers evaluating automation investments and managing organizational change.
- Technology assessment
- ROI evaluation methods
- Change management
- Vendor selection criteria
How Training Actually Works
Our next cohort starts September 2025. Here's what happens from inquiry to completion.
Initial Consultation
We start with a conversation about your current systems and what's not working. This usually takes 45 minutes and helps us recommend the right program track. There's no pressure and no cost for this discussion.
Program Selection
Based on your situation, we'll suggest either the Operations, Analysis, or Strategy track. You can switch tracks during the first two weeks if you realize another path fits better. Most people know pretty quickly which one matches their needs.
Learning Phase
Programs run for twelve weeks with weekly sessions. You'll work on your own business scenarios, not generic examples. Between sessions, you'll have assignments that build toward a complete implementation plan for your organization.
Implementation Support
After completing the program, you get three months of follow-up support. This covers questions that come up when you're actually implementing what you learned. Most people use this during their first real system rollout.
Ready to Move Forward?
Our September 2025 cohort opens for enrollment in May. If you want to discuss your specific situation before then, we're happy to talk through what might work best for you.