This is probably one of the most common questions we get asked, usually interspersed with “Can you help with…?” and “By the way, what/who is…?”

As a long-term business owner and Non-Executive Director, I became increasingly frustrated with the basic lack of commercial support for businesses. Quick apology to all those accountants and advisors who are trying to do it right!

It seems that getting a straight, commercial answer (as opposed to section blah blah blah states that blah blah…. and then a blank look with a ‘pick the bones out of that’) was as rare as hens’ teeth!

Luckily, I started working with Sharon and the team at Modina, and increasingly found that there is a can-do attitude to solving things that just need solving. What became clear to me was that the average business owner doesn’t have time to be an expert in everything. I know, shock right!

In fact, most people just want to do what they do, and get everything else sorted so that they can. Not a big ask, in reality! So, we decided to literally offer just that, a simple can-do commercial solution for business.

We offer Accountancy and Bookkeeping. After all, every business lives or dies on its finances so cashflow is the lifeblood and good information is like a monthly health check.

We also offer Payroll services. Here’s a funny thing – people don’t work just for the love of it. Get this wrong and life isn’t a bed of roses!

We follow that up with Employee Benefits, Pensions, Private Medical, Life Assurance, Relevant Life, etc. This is a crucial part of both the business owner and employee remuneration, and this “softer” element of a package is gaining huge importance in both attracting and keeping staff.

Alongside that, telling people that your business actually exists is a good idea! So, Charlie Puffin Digital’s Social Media services and Marketing can be well worthwhile.

Outsourced Financial Teams, Finance Directors and Controllers can provide both a cost effective and flexible solution for growing businesses who need more involved support.

We offer support for both Non-Executive and Executive Directors, and Business Consultancy.
From the “Can you stress test this idea and give me advice?”, to a fully modelled business plan, growth plan, or even a recovery plan. Often, this can involve acquisitions or mergers, and ultimately disposals.

If a recovery is not possible, we can assist with the Legal and other ramifications of Insolvency, including restructuring debt and capital structures. Increasingly, we are assisting with fundraising, both equity and simple loans, as well as
Private Equity and VC, and Private Mortgages.

I have rambled on about some of the stuff we do, but without actually answering the
question…

“What or Who is Charlie Puffin?” We are people that have the experience, the skill, and the desire to help.