Building Models That Actually Work
We've been perfecting financial modeling techniques since 2019. Not because we wanted to create something fancy, but because businesses kept asking us for models they could actually use.
Most firms hand you a spreadsheet and walk away. We build frameworks that adapt as your business changes. The kind you'll still be using three years from now.
Our approach comes from working with over 200 Australian businesses. We've seen what breaks and what lasts.
How We Build Your Model
Every business is different. But after hundreds of projects, we've found a process that works. It starts with understanding what you actually need, not what we think you should have.
Discovery Session
We spend time understanding your business model, revenue streams, and cost structure. This isn't a quick chat. We're digging into what drives your numbers and where the complexity lives.
Framework Design
Based on what we learned, we design the model structure. This includes defining assumptions, building calculation logic, and planning scenario capabilities. You'll see the blueprint before we build anything.
Model Construction
This is where the technical work happens. We build the model using best practice techniques, including proper documentation and error checking. Everything is formula-driven and auditable.
Testing Phase
We test the model against historical data and run stress scenarios. If something doesn't make sense, we fix it before you see it. This step catches issues that would cause problems later.
Training Delivery
You get a walkthrough of how everything works. We show you how to update inputs, run scenarios, and interpret outputs. Most clients need about two hours to feel comfortable.
Ongoing Support
After delivery, we're available for questions and adjustments. Business conditions change and models need updates. We provide support as your needs evolve throughout 2025 and beyond.
What Makes Our Approach Different
We don't believe in one-size-fits-all templates. Sure, they're faster to deliver. But they break the moment your business does something the template didn't anticipate.
Our models are built from scratch for your specific situation. That means they handle your unique revenue recognition, your particular cost allocation, and your actual decision-making needs.
Here's what you can expect from every model we build:
- Clear documentation so you understand every calculation and assumption
- Flexible scenario planning that lets you test different business decisions
- Error checking built into the structure to catch data issues early
- Scalable design that grows with your business without breaking
- Professional formatting that makes complex data easy to interpret
- Audit trail capabilities for financial compliance requirements
Gemma Faltskog
Senior Modeling Consultant"I've been building financial models since 2017, and the biggest lesson I've learned is that simplicity wins. Clients don't need fifty tabs and a thousand formulas. They need something that answers their questions clearly."
"When a business owner can open the model six months later and immediately understand what they're looking at, that's when you know you've done it right. That's what we aim for with every project."