Business Details
Trusted Financial Restructuring Experts
Ferguson Hannam Chartered Accountants is an independent professional practice dedicated to providing tailored financial solutions. With decades of combined experience in large and small firms, we specialise in corporate and personal financial restructuring, formal insolvency appointments, and forensic accounting. Our team of registered liquidators and tax agents delivers unbiased advice grounded in technical expertise and practical insights. We prioritise client confidentiality while offering competitive pricing and responsive service. Our services include pre-lending reviews, cash-flow forecasting, fraud investigations, and expert court testimony. We assist businesses and individuals facing financial pressure through no-cost initial consultations, guiding them toward sustainable solutions.Our directors hold prestigious affiliations with professional bodies, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards. We focus on proactive financial management to help clients navigate crises and avoid insolvency. Our expertise extends to statutory compliance, creditor negotiations, and employee entitlement protections under schemes like the Fair Entitlements Guarantee. By combining technical rigour with client-centric approaches, we aim to deliver clarity and confidence in resolving complex financial challenges.
Services
Corporate Insolvency
Forensic Accounting
Cash-Flow Forecasting
Fraud Investigations
Taxation Services
Personal Insolvency Agreements
Debt Restructuring
Expert Witness Reports
Business Reconstruction
Statutory Compliance
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years combined experience in insolvency and financial restructuring.
- Our team includes registered liquidators and tax agents with specialist qualifications.
- We provide no-cost initial consultations for financial crisis assessment.
- Our forensic accounting services include court-admissible expert testimony.
- We maintain strict confidentiality while delivering actionable financial strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
- Australian Restructuring Insolvency & Turnaround Association (ARITA)
- Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD)
Services
Corporate Insolvency
We manage formal insolvency processes including receivership, voluntary administration, and solvent/insolvent liquidation. Our registered liquidators provide transparent administration while protecting stakeholder interests. Services include creditor negotiations, asset realisation, and compliance with Corporations Act requirements.
Forensic Accounting
Our specialists conduct detailed financial investigations for litigation support and regulatory compliance. This includes loss quantification, fraud detection, and expert court testimony. We produce evidential reports for disputes, insurance claims, and corporate governance matters.
Cash-Flow Forecasting
We develop accurate cash-flow projections and budgeting frameworks to improve financial visibility. Our models incorporate sensitivity analysis for scenario planning, helping businesses maintain liquidity and meet obligations during financial stress.
Personal Insolvency
We guide individuals through bankruptcy alternatives like debt agreements and personal insolvency arrangements. Our approach focuses on asset protection and negotiating sustainable repayment terms with creditors while complying with legal requirements.
Business Restructuring
We implement strategic restructures under Small Business Restructuring processes to preserve viable enterprises. Services include operational efficiency analysis, creditor proposal development, and maintaining business continuity during financial recovery.
People
Robert Ferguson
Director
Fellow Chartered Accountant with 25+ years' experience in insolvency and restructuring. Registered Liquidator, Trustee in Bankruptcy, and Tax Agent. Holds directorships in professional associations and advises on complex corporate recoveries.
Craig Hannam
Director
Experienced Chartered Accountant specialising in corporate insolvency and financial investigations. Registered Liquidator with expertise in creditor negotiations and statutory reporting. Active committee member of insolvency professional associations.
Questions
What insolvency options exist for struggling businesses?
We offer liquidation, voluntary administration, and Small Business Restructuring. Each option has different implications for business continuity and creditor returns.
Can you assist with personal debt crises?
Yes, we provide bankruptcy alternatives like debt agreements and personal insolvency arrangements tailored to individual circumstances.
Do you offer no-cost financial assessments?
We provide confidential no-obligation consultations to evaluate financial situations and recommend appropriate solutions.
What forensic accounting services do you provide?
Our services include fraud investigations, loss quantification, expert witness testimony, and compliance audits for legal proceedings.
How do you handle employee entitlements during liquidation?
We advise on Fair Entitlements Guarantee scheme eligibility and manage payroll record reviews to protect employee interests during business closures.
