Labour hire providers, particularly those in industries like mining and industrial services, often face challenges in managing cash flow simply due to the nature of their business. With debtor finance facilities tailored for this sector, companies can overcome cash flow gaps and maintain more efficient operations.
For instance, Octet offers partnership debtor finance lines specifically designed to accommodate the needs of labour hire companies, such as this WA-based labour hire provider.
A Case Study: Octet’s partnership with a labour hire provider
In a recent partnership with Octet, a labour hire business, operating in the mining and industrial sectors, sought a working capital solution to address cash flow challenges associated with its start-up growth phase.
The Managing Director, with previous successful experience in the industry, engaged Octet’s WA Working Capital Director, Nigel Thayer, to structure a flexible debtor finance facility. Despite having only three clients initially and a modest receivables ledger, Octet provided a disclosed debtor finance solution with a $300,000 funding limit.
This implementation enabled the client to access ongoing funding based on business invoicing, supporting payroll needs and facilitating business expansion. With improved cash flow, the company found it easier to attract new clients and fulfill larger labour hire placements, resulting in promising sales growth.
Looking ahead, Octet anticipates increasing the funding limit to further support the business growth ambitions and ensure continued sustainable success.
What is Debtor Finance?
Debtor finance, also known as invoice finance, is a working capital solution designed to assist businesses in managing cash flow by leveraging their accounts receivable balance. It gives businesses quick access to cash by using their unpaid invoices as collateral, receiving a significant portion upfront via an immediate cash injection from a third-party financier, such as Octet. The financier charges a small fee to advance the funds and then collects the full payment from the customers when the invoices are due. Its appeal continues to grow, evidenced by increasing interest from businesses across various sectors.
“Octet’s Debtor Finance solution is designed to meet the business’s short- and long-term needs,” says Nigel. “We structured the facility to enable an increased level of funding that coincides with the business’s sales growth.”
The advantages of debtor finance for labour hire
Debtor financing offers several advantages for businesses similar to start-up labour hire businesses in the mining and industrial sectors:
- Immediate cash flow optimisation: Debtor financing swiftly transforms outstanding invoices into accessible cash reserves. This enables start-up labour hire enterprises to efficiently address critical operating expenses such as payroll and strategic expansion initiatives.
- Tailored flexible funding: Octet’s debtor finance solutions are structured to accommodate the requirements of emerging labour hire providers. This tailored approach ensures adaptability to fluctuating demand and facilitates agile responses to unforeseen opportunities, empowering businesses to navigate uncertainties with confidence.
- Strategic growth opportunities: With a stable cash flow foundation secured through debtor financing, start-up and more established labour hire businesses can strategically pursue growth opportunities. This includes the confident pursuit of new client engagements, the expansion of service portfolios, and the establishment of a robust presence within the dynamic mining and industrial landscapes.
An Octet Debtor Finance facility emerges not only as a financial instrument but also as a strategic enabler for start-up labour hire businesses, offering vital support in managing cash flow dynamics and unlocking growth potential. Partnering with Octet allows businesses at any growth stage the opportunity to improve their cash flow position and more confidently grow their operation.
Says Nigel, “We don’t just look for the large transactions. We can provide debtor finance facility limits below $1 million and can include tax repayment aspects for those businesses that need it.”
Grow your business with Octet
Via our Referral Partner Program Octet empowers businesses across a range of industries, including labour hire, manufacturing and transport, offering innovative debtor finance and other working capital solutions.
Speak to our team of working capital specialists to see how we can power your business growth today.
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