Industries Served » Transportation
Services for the Transportation Industry
Serving the transportation industry for over 75 years has allowed us to develop an in-depth understanding of the issues and changes facing the transportation industry. It is this understanding and reputation that position Peter Shannon & Co. to deliver results to our transportation industry clients.
Peter Shannon & Co. works with motor carriers, fleet owners, owner operators, truck repair and services facilities. Peter Shannon & Co. can help by answering the following questions:
- Should I use owner-operator, leased or company-owned equipment?
- How can I determine, analyze and control profitability through use of a formal budgeting process?
- In what states should I be filing income tax returns?
- How can I improve my operating ratio?
- What are the tax and cash-flow consequences of my expansion plan and the best alternative for financing it?
- What kind of estate plan allows me to transfer my business to the next generation in the most tax-advantaged way?
- Who can update my computer system in a timely manner and not disrupt my business?
- How can I increase efficiency in my overall operation?
We work closely with our transportation clients to develop effective strategies and apply accounting concepts and financial techniques that improve bottom lines. Clients benefit from timely advice on the impact of tax laws on their operations and investments and recommendations to reduce costs, improve productivity, expand operations and use computers and personnel more efficiently.
- Budgeting
- Cash-flow analysis
- Forecasts & projections
- Mergers & acquisitions
- Computer recommendations & installations
- Review of data processing methods & systems
- Tax planning
- Personal financial planning for executives
- Assistance with financing, including proposal packages
- Business planning services
- Employee benefit plan consulting
- Lease vs. purchase analysis
- Insurance evaluations for coverage & rates