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Council Business Services
For the Executive, it can be challenging to be across all of the detail at Local Government.
It is a business that comes with some unique characteristics. It is important that the team has the support of competent professional advisers to assist in those areas that need just that extra fire power, as well as being able to seek a second opinion on various matters.
At the same time, at UHY we are conscious of the Council budget and seek to be transparent at all times about the cost and benefit obtained from our team of experts.
UHY Solutions for Local Government
Our Council Business support services are targeted at those areas that need special attention. We look to supplement the expertise within Council with our own professional experience in particular areas. This ensures that Local Government gets the best of both worlds – in-house experience supported by some additional resources in those tricky areas.
We know that the Executive has the expertise in managing local government. Our role is to provide business services that can provide uplift to the decision making, reporting or management processes. At the same time, we are certain that our participation provides insights to the team that is supporting the Executive.
Long-Term Strategic Planning is a key area of local government. Being able to properly allocate resources in anticipation of what is coming down the line is critical. Our extensive experience with working with Local Government can help the Executive and their teams create a planning process that is transparent and insightful.
OurCouncil Business Servicescapabilities
Examine each capability one for a closer look at the expertise we bring to the table.
The benefits to you are
- Horses for courses – sometimes outside help is needed to ensure all the angles are considered or that projects are properly assessed or prepared for.
- The long-term Strategic Plan of Council is a key document. Bringing in other professionals to supplement the inherent knowledge held by the Council can only ensure the plan is robust and meets Council's needs. Our audit approach is designed to assist in strengthening internal controls and drive good financial reporting so that the business stakeholders – the board, shareholders, customers, suppliers and financiers – can be confident in their decisions about the future of the business.
- The same comment on the Strategic Plan will apply to the Annual Business Plan.
- Rating is a key function of Council and is a function that is one of the most visible to the residents. External support for the finance team and the Executive can contribute towards the right outcome before information is made public.
- Our broad experience in Local Government services means that we can assist in a number of areas and strengthen the information, data and advice that the Executive and the team, and ultimately Council can rely upon.
