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Expert Insolvency & Financial Restructuring Services in Adelaide
At Ferguson Hannam Chartered Accountants, we specialise in delivering independent, high-quality financial advisory services tailored to both corporate and individual clients. With extensive experience across large and small firms, our team provides expert guidance in financial restructuring, insolvency management, and forensic accounting. Our commitment to impartiality ensures clients receive solutions crafted to address their unique challenges. We prioritise transparency, offering an initial no-obligation consultation to clarify financial positions and explore viable pathways forward.Backed by memberships in professional bodies like the Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association, we combine technical expertise with practical insights to navigate complex financial scenarios. Our services extend to court-appointed insolvency roles, loss calculations for claims, and strategic business restructurings, ensuring clients benefit from proven methodologies and industry-recognised standards. Confidentiality remains central to our practice, fostering trust in every engagement.
Services
Corporate Insolvency
Personal Insolvency
Forensic Accounting
Taxation Services
Business Restructuring
Loss Calculations
Debt Agreements
Voluntary Administration
Financial Forecasting
Solvency Reviews
Highlights and features
- We provide independent, court-recognised insolvency expertise.
- Our team includes registered liquidators with decades of industry experience.
- We offer tailored financial restructuring solutions for businesses of all sizes.
- Confidential consultations ensure client privacy and trust.
- We combine forensic accounting precision with practical commercial advice.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
- Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association
Services
Corporate Insolvency
We manage corporate insolvency processes including liquidation, receivership, and voluntary administration. Our registered liquidators ensure compliance with legal requirements while protecting stakeholder interests. Services include solvency assessments, creditor negotiations, and restructuring under Safe Harbour provisions.
Personal Insolvency
Our personal insolvency services include bankruptcy administration, debt agreements, and personal insolvency arrangements. We guide individuals through options to resolve unmanageable debts while minimising personal liability risks under the Corporations Act 2001.
Forensic Accounting
We conduct forensic investigations into financial discrepancies, fraud, and loss calculations. Our expert reports are admissible in court, providing accurate analysis for litigation support, insurance claims, and regulatory compliance matters.
Business Restructuring
Specialising in small business restructuring and turnaround strategies, we develop viable recovery plans. Services include cash-flow forecasting, creditor engagement, and implementation of restructuring proposals to preserve business continuity.
Financial Advisory
We offer strategic financial advice for businesses and individuals facing uncertainty. This includes solvency assessments, budget forecasting, and guidance on managing financial risks associated with insolvency or creditor claims.
People
Robert Ferguson
Director
Robert is a Fellow Chartered Accountant, registered liquidator, and tax agent with extensive experience in insolvency appointments. He holds board roles and is a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.
Craig Hannam
Director
Craig is a Fellow Chartered Accountant and registered liquidator with expertise in corporate insolvency. He serves on the Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association committee, providing practical solutions for debt resolution.
Questions
What insolvency options exist for struggling businesses?
Options include voluntary administration, liquidation, receivership, and small business restructuring. We assess eligibility for Safe Harbour protections and develop creditor proposals to preserve business continuity.
Can personal assets be protected during company insolvency?
Directors may face personal liability for insolvent trading. We provide urgent guidance on risks and strategies to mitigate exposure, including restructuring options to avoid liquidation.
How are financial losses calculated for insurance claims?
We conduct forensic analysis to quantify losses from defaults, investment failures, or unforeseen events. Our reports provide accurate calculations for insurance or legal redress purposes.
Do you offer free initial financial consultations?
Yes, we provide a confidential, no-obligation initial meeting to assess financial positions and discuss viable solutions for businesses or individuals in crisis.
What happens to employees during business liquidation?
Employee entitlements may be covered under the Fair Entitlements Guarantee scheme if funds are insufficient. We guide employers through obligations and support employees in claiming entitlements.
Can tax debt lead to director penalties?
Unpaid taxes may trigger Director Penalty Notices from the ATO. We assist with urgent responses to avoid personal liability and develop payment arrangements for outstanding obligations.
