Running a business in the building industry isn’t easy. Have you ever found yourself wondering how a construction accountant or business advisor can help? By understanding the unique challenges of the industry, The Co. can help you stay on top of the numbers and ahead of the curve. Read on to find out how we’ve helped partners in the building sector maintain momentum in a competitive market that’s notorious for its ups and downs.

“Our difference is that we become entrenched in your business, to ensure that we are there as true advisors to provide you with what you actually need.” — Peter Mercuri, Founder and Managing Director

A financial structure for stability

As anyone in construction knows, the market can turn quickly. At The Co., we help builders navigate the fast-paced, high-stakes nature of the industry. This includes setting up the right financial structures to support sustainable growth and protect against sudden shifts in demand.

In the building game, our Melbourne construction accountants work with a variety of clients, all holding different target markets within the sector. Managing sales pipelines, undertaking your own developments, or working as a contractor — each path demands strong oversight of cash flow, contractor reliability, build quality, and staff management (including decision-making around long-term leadership).

Through the above frameworks, we’ll build a foundation that won’t crack under pressure. This includes a plan of action if challenges do arise, so that we can always respond with clarity and confidence. With The Co., you can count on expert support from accountants and business advisors who understand your world, and are committed to helping you run a stronger, smarter operation.

Specialised tax accounting

Tax accounting in the construction industry requires a specialised approach due to the complex nature of contracts, project timelines, and variable income streams. From choosing the right tax method to managing deductions, we ensure every opportunity for tax efficiency is explored. We also handle asset protection, BAS preparation, and year-end tax planning to minimise liabilities and avoid surprises. With our proactive guidance, construction businesses can stay compliant and better plan for future growth.

Business advisory built for results

When you collaborate with our business advisors, you’re getting more than what’s on the spreadsheet — our focus is on turning data into insight, and insight into action. We’ll look at the numbers and identify areas with high growth potential, becoming your sounding board for ways to align your strengths with specific market demands. In construction, this ranges from refining service offerings to meet local expectations, to strategies for targeted lead generation in new areas.

Ambition and innovation are core values that unite The Co. and all of our clients. Together, we’ll capitalise on opportunities to diversify and strengthen your market position. As your business advisor, it’s our role to help pave a clear path forward.

Client Story: Alternative Construction Group

For longstanding clients Alternative Construction Group (Alt Group), our role is to provide tailored accounting services and business advisory that balances growth with stability — keeping operations streamlined, compliant, and future-focused.

A big part of this is providing a clear strategic roadmap to help turn the team’s visions into reality. When it’s time to scale up, whether it’s weighing up a bolt-on acquisition or launching new divisions to increase market share, we fill in the gaps to ensure that the Alt Group team has a comprehensive and bulletproof plan of action.

The biggest shifts came when the conversation moved from growth to legacy. The Co. helped the Alt Group take a step back and ask questions like: what do we want this business to look like in 10 years? How do we build success that lasts? And what will this success look like outside the business?

“With the Co., it’s not just a matter of business advisors and accountants; they’re becoming friends. Every time they walk in the office, we’re happy to see them. When we employed them, I started seeing a huge difference; this is now a long term business that will operate for many years to come.” — Richard DiBartolo, Alt Group

With the expertise and clear vision from accountants and advisors who genuinely understand the construction industry, you can build a business that’s future-ready.

So if you’ve ever wondered how a construction accountant or business advisor can actually help, this is it: by drawing on specialised knowledge, asking the right questions, and turning your potential into progress.

At The Co., we don’t just speak in figures. Relationships are everything, and it’s our intention to become an integral part of the team — always hands-on, available, and invested. If you want to build something great together, we’d love to hear from you.