Budgeting & Forecasting
Plan ahead with clarity, confidence, and control
Xero Certified, Canterbury based
NZ tax compliant
Running a business without a budget is like driving without a map — you might be moving forward, but you’re not sure where you’ll end up. At Empire Accounting, we help you take control of your financial future with tailored budgeting and forecasting services that give you clarity, confidence, and direction.
We work alongside you to create realistic, achievable budgets and cash flow forecasts that align with your goals and business cycle. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, we’ll help you plan ahead, track performance, and make smart, data-driven decisions with confidence.
Our budgeting and forecasting services include:
Annual and quarterly budgeting
Setting realistic financial targets to guide your year
Cash flow forecasting
Projecting your income and expenses to manage liquidity and avoid shortfalls
Scenario planning
Modelling best and worst-case financial outcomes to prepare for uncertainty
Rolling forecasts
Regular updates to your forecast as your business evolves
Break-even analysis
Understanding what you need to earn to cover costs and turn a profit
Budget vs actuals reporting
Tracking how your business is performing compared to your plan
Goal-based planning
Aligning your budget with business milestones (growth, hiring, investment)
Tax planning integration
Making sure your budget accounts for upcoming tax obligations
Financial strategy sessions
Personalised guidance to help you make confident decisions
Support for funding applications
Providing professional forecasts for banks and lenders
We make the numbers meaningful — not just spreadsheets, but strategic tools that support your success. At Empire Accounting, we believe budgeting and forecasting should be practical, flexible, and easy to understand, no matter your industry or stage of business.
Let’s map out your financial future together — and make sure your business has the plan it needs to thrive.
