Twenty years in accounting and finance, put to work on contract for businesses that need more than a bookkeeper.
Stephen Skinner has spent close to twenty years in accounting and finance, including several years owning and running his own public practice accounting firm, where he managed staff and advised business owners on planning, tax minimisation, budgeting and best practice. For the past two years he has worked in a virtual CFO role, helping a business get more out of its finance function without adding a full-time executive.
Lynstar Consulting was built on that experience: a way for owners of businesses in the $1 million to $10 million revenue range to get senior financial leadership, from budgeting and reporting through to efficiency projects and AI-driven automation, on a contract basis. The goal is simple: give the owner time back, and give the business someone senior to think alongside, without the overhead of a full-time hire.
Close to twenty years in accounting, including running an independent public practice firm.
Two years working as a virtual CFO, applying that experience directly to your business.
We agree what needs to be achieved, then commit the time, generally at least six months, to make it happen.
Working remotely day to day, with time on-site in Christchurch to build real relationships with your team.
Only a handful of clients at a time, so every engagement gets proper attention.
Efficiency and automation projects that actually reduce manual work, not just add another tool.