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Akkant
How It Works

From first conversation to a fully managed finance function.

A clear, structured process — designed so you always know what's happening with your finances, and never have to chase us for it.

The Process, In Detail

Five stages, one accountable relationship

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Step 1 of 5

Tell Us About Your Business

It starts with a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll ask about how your business operates today: how you currently track income and expenses, whether your tax filings are up to date, how payroll is handled, and what's keeping you up at night about your finances. This isn't a sales call — it's a diagnostic conversation.

What to expect: A 30–45 minute call (in person, video, or phone), a short business and financial questionnaire, and an honest read on what's working and what isn't.

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Step 2 of 5

Receive a Tailored Solution

Based on that consultation, we put together a specific recommendation: which services you need, which plan fits your size and complexity, and what the engagement will look like month to month. No vague scopes, no hidden fees, no pressure to buy more than you need.

What to expect: A written proposal within 2–3 business days, a transparent breakdown of fees, and a chance to ask questions before committing to anything.

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Step 3 of 5

Onboarding & Setup

Once you're ready to proceed, we begin a structured onboarding. This includes gathering your historical records, setting up your accounts on our accounting systems, building your custom compliance calendar, and agreeing on your reporting schedule.

What to expect: A dedicated onboarding session, a documented compliance calendar specific to your business, and a clear point of contact assigned to your account.

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Step 4 of 5

Monthly Delivery

This is where the ongoing relationship lives. Every month, you receive accurate financial reports, your statutory filings are completed and submitted on time, and you get proactive insights — not just numbers, but what those numbers mean for your business.

What to expect: Monthly management reports, completed tax filings with confirmation, and WhatsApp/email alerts ahead of every deadline.

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Step 5 of 5

Quarterly Reviews

On plans that include it, we meet quarterly to step back from the day-to-day and look at the bigger picture: how the business performed, where the opportunities are, and what to prioritise next.

What to expect: A structured review meeting, a performance summary, and forward-looking recommendations.

What You Can Expect

Throughout the relationship

Transparency

You'll always know what's been filed, what's pending, and what's coming up — nothing happens in a black box.

Consistency

The same team, the same processes, every month — not a different person handling your account each time.

Responsiveness

Questions get answered within one working day on retainer engagements, and reporting deadlines are never missed.

No surprises

Pricing is agreed upfront. If your needs grow, we tell you before any new charge applies — never after.

Start the conversation

The first step costs nothing. Book a free consultation and find out exactly what a properly managed finance function would look like for your business.