Succession Plan In Business

Professional business succession planning services for Australian businesses.

What is Business Succession Planning?

Business succession planning is the process of preparing for the future transfer of your business to new ownership or management. Whether you're planning for retirement, exploring new opportunities, or preparing for unexpected circumstances, a solid succession plan ensures a smooth transition that protects your business legacy.

At PMCA Advisory, we understand that your business represents years of hard work and dedication. Our specialised succession planning services help Australian business owners prepare for the future with confidence and clarity.

Key Elements of Business Succession Planning

Identifying and developing potential successors
Business valuation and financial planning
Tax-efficient ownership transfer strategies
Legal documentation and governance structures
Risk management and contingency planning

Why Business Succession Planning Matters

Protect Your Legacy
Safeguard the business you've worked so hard to build. Ensure its continued success and preserve your legacy for generations to come.
Maximise Value
Optimise the financial outcomes of ownership transition through strategic planning. Minimise tax liabilities and maximise the value you receive.
Peace of Mind
Gain confidence knowing your business, employees, clients, and family are protected, even in unexpected circumstances.
Did You Know?

Research shows that only 30% of Australian family businesses successfully transition to the second generation, and merely 12% reach the third generation.

Without a proper succession plan, businesses face significant risks including:
Financial losses and declining business value
Leadership vacuums and operational disruptions
Family conflicts and relationship breakdowns
Unexpected tax liabilities and legal complications

Our Business Succession Planning Process

At PMCA Advisory, we follow a comprehensive approach to business succession planning that ensures all aspects of your transition are addressed. Our structured process includes:

1
Initial Assessment and Goal Setting
We begin with a detailed analysis of your business, personal circumstances, and goals. During this phase, we identify your objectives, timeline, and the key stakeholders involved in the succession process.
2
Business Valuation and Financial Analysis
Our team conducts a comprehensive valuation of your business to establish its current market worth. We also analyse financial statements, tax implications, and identify opportunities to enhance value before transition.
3
Successor Identification and Development
Whether you're planning to transfer your business to family members, employees, or external buyers, we help identify and assess potential successors. We also develop strategies to prepare them for their future roles.
4
Strategic Plan Development
Based on our findings, we create a tailored succession plan that addresses ownership transfer, management transition, tax minimisation, and risk management. This includes timelines, milestones, and contingency plans.
5
Implementation and Review
We assist with implementing your succession plan, including preparation of necessary legal documents, negotiating agreements, and establishing governance structures. We also provide ongoing support and plan reviews to ensure your succession strategy remains relevant as circumstances change.

Benefits of Professional Succession Planning

Smooth Leadership Transition
Minimise disruption to operations and ensure continuity of leadership and decision-making.
Financial Security
Secure your retirement and financial future through strategic planning and optimised exit arrangements.
Reduced Tax Liabilities
We help you review and update the details ASIC holds on record for your company. Our service includes unlimited updates to registered office address, principal place of business, and officers' residential addresses.
Business Continuity
Ensure your business continues to thrive and grow even after your departure, maintaining relationships with clients, suppliers, and employees.
Family Harmony
Prevent conflicts and maintain positive family relationships with clear succession plans that address expectations and roles.
Emergency Preparedness
Be prepared for unexpected events with contingency plans that protect your business and stakeholders.

Future-Proof Your Business

A comprehensive succession plan doesn't just prepare for your exit, it strengthens your business now by improving governance, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and promoting a forward-thinking mindset
With PMCA Advisory's succession planning services, you're not just planning for the end of your leadership, you're building a stronger, more resilient business for the future.

How PMCA Advisory Can Help

At PMCA Advisory, we understand that every business is unique, and succession planning must be tailored to your specific circumstances, goals, and industry context. Our team brings decades of experience in helping Australian business owners navigate the complex process of business succession planning.

Our Expertise Includes:
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Family business succession planning
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Business valuation and enhancement strategies
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Tax-effective ownership transfer arrangements
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Buy-sell agreements and funding mechanisms
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Leadership development and transition management
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Estate planning coordination with succession strategies

We work collaboratively with your existing advisors, including lawyers and financial planners, to ensure a coordinated approach that addresses all aspects of your succession plan.

Our Approach

We take a personal partnership approach with our clients, not a transactional approach. We believe the most robust business succession plans are carefully considered 3 to 5 years in advance and built strategically over time.

Personalised Service
Tailored solutions that address your unique needs and goals.
Holistic Planning
Comprehensive strategies that address all aspects of succession.
Practical Implementation
Actionable plans with clear steps and timelines.
Ongoing Support
Regular reviews and adjustments as your situation evolves.

What our clients are saying


“PMCA has been our accountant since we launched our Business in 1990. They have always been responsive to our needs and offered creative but prudent advice. Philip adds significant further value due to his strategic insight and his understanding of human behaviour; in fact, some of our conversations feel almost like therapy! Oh yes - and a great sense of humour! ”
Clive Harrison
“PMCA has been our accountant for over 20 years. We have come to rely heavily on them for advice and personal service. We value their experience and professional approach. They are always available to offer assistance (with a sense of humour) and have acted on our behalf in our dealings with the bank, tax office, ASIC, and more over the years. Highly recommended. ”
Rose Hamill
“Philip is excellent. He is approachable, doesn't use jargon and is truly an expert in his field. After a disappointing experience with a larger firm, I was glad to find someone who offered the personal service Philip provides. I now consider him one of my most trusted advisers. ”
Mortgage Broker Melbourne
“I have known Philip for a number of years, and he has been an essential part of my business growth. Philip's expertise and knowledge are unquestionable, and his personal approach is what makes him a standout in his field.”
Jim Georgiou
“A highly knowledgeable and thorough professional.”
Rasneet Chawla
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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Professional Succession Planning Services in Melbourne.
What is business succession planning and why is it important?
Who should be involved in the succession planning process?
Can you help with tax-effective strategies during a business handover?
How early should I start planning for business succession?

Take the First Step Towards Securing Your Business Legacy

Our experienced team is ready to guide you through every stage of the succession planning process. Contact us today to schedule your confidential consultation.

How is PMCA Different?

PMCA Advisory is a boutique firm imbued by Philip Martin’s mantra “To be of value”. When you become a client of ours it’s like you are becoming a part of our extended family. No lock-in contracts here, just a desire to see your business grow.

Whether you are receiving Executive Coaching from Philip, being taught accounting software like Xero, or engaging in a business diagnostic by one of our specialists, Philip will personally oversee the portfolio of every business client. You can rest assured knowing you are in safe hands with Philip’s decades of experience as a chartered accountant in a diverse range of sectors.

PMCA Advisory is large enough to provide you specialist staff with dedicated knowledge in specific aspects of your business, yet small enough to allow Philip to be centrally involved in overseeing the entire service. Unlike some larger firms, your account will always be managed by an expert, receiving the attention and service it deserves. We understand no two businesses or business owners are the same and make it our mission to develop a detailed understanding of your unique challenges and give you the most effective set of solutions for your business.

Transform your business with PMCA Advisory

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About Philip Martin

For more than 25 years, Philip Martin has been shifting the focus of businesses to the future. Planning, strategising and innovating, Philip and PMCA have helped businesses from every sector achieve better profits and greater value with a personable and tailored approach to every client.

Qualifications & Accreditations

✔ Fellow (FCA): Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)
✔ Registered Public Practitioner with CAANZ
✔ Registered Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board
Registered Agent with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC)
✔Xero advisor certified
✔Founder, PMCA Advisory

Our
Approach

At PMCA Advisory we actively engage with each client about their business. Philip draws upon his years of experience to ask probing questions that enable us to clarify how we can help you grow your business. More than simply providing tax compliance services and tax returns, we help business owners achieve their goals.

In addition to your initial discussion with Philip, where appropriate, each new PMCA Advisory client is invited to undertake an hour-long interview with our Head of Business Diagnostics. In this session we will develop an understanding of you as the business owner, your business, and your aspirations.

Your journey to a Smarter, Better Business begins today

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Melbourne CBD
Level 10, 440 Collins Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
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