Managing cashflow pressures: Insights for small business

Managing cashflow pressures: Insights for small business

Author: CPA Australia April 28, 2026 Duration: 24:35

Cashflow planning is now critical for small businesses. 

In an environment of volatile fuel prices, interest rate uncertainty and upcoming changes to payday super, this episode will help you understand and manage today's cashflow challenges. 

Key learnings: 

  • why cashflow pressure is increasing across small businesses 

  •  how to approach simple, practical cashflow forecasting 

  •  the impact of payday super on cashflow timing and planning 

  •  pricing decisions and their role in protecting margins 

  •  managing supplier and customer payment terms effectively 

  •  when to use financing, overdrafts or alternative funding 

  •  risks of relying on tax liabilities or high-cost lending 

  •  building resilience through relationships and early planning 

  •  the role of accountants, bookkeepers and business owners working together 

  • how to identify opportunities even in uncertain conditions 

Even well-run businesses can face cashflow challenges if these pressures are not actively planned for. 

Listen in for an expert-led discussion. 

Host:  Richard Webb, Superannuation Lead, Policy and Advocacy, CPA Australia 

Guests: Matthew AddisonExecutive Director of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, and Gavan OrdBusiness and Investment Lead, CPA Australia. 

 

And CPA Australia's YouTube livestream is on April 29, 2026 (1-2pm AEST)It's called'Get ready for pain-free Payday Super'. 

More information can be found in the ATO Payday Super guide. 

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Listen to more With Interest episodes and other CPA Australia podcasts on YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/@CPAaustralia/podcasts 

And don't forget to click subscribe to the channel for a wide range of content that will help your career. 

CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance and accounting: 

Search for them in your podcast platform. Email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au 


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