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The automotive industry makes a significant contribution to Australia’s economy, but the pressure has never been greater on compliance, efficiencies and profitability.
An evolving landscape

The motor industry sector has increased mobility, comfort and safety within Australia and contributed to both job creation and skill development. Beyond providing a quality means of transportation, successful automotive businesses must ensure they are prepared for the complex and dynamic environment of the industry, as well as leverage opportunities to provide sound commercial solutions.

Our motor industry experts understand the need to improve efficiencies, reduce costs and plan for the future – and with the right advice, you can remain ahead of the competition.

Education to transform your dealership

Want to transform your dealership? We can help! We can equip you with the essential tools and strategies to transform your dealership into a more profitable and sustainable business. From improving profitability and productivity through best practices, gaining deep insights into dealership accounting, navigating structural transitions, enhancing fixed operations, to developing a robust front-end strategy – we offer training and education which provides solutions for today’s market challenges.

Join us at our Pitcher Dealer Institute events to drive meaningful change and ensure long-term success for your dealership.

Find out more about our planned events, workshops and forums for 2025 below.

Pitcher Dealer Institute events
Dealership best practice training program

Improve your dealership’s profitability with our comprehensive four-day training program designed for dealer principals and departmental managers. Gain best practice tools and process improvement ideas to boost your bottom line and enhance team productivity.

Four-day training programs in Sydney:

  • 9-12 March 2026
  • 11-14 August 2026
  • 3-6 November 2026

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Dealership accounting institute program

Dive deep into dealership accounting and financial practices with our interactive two-day program. Ideal for new or experienced financial controllers, this workshop covers cash flow management, inventory management, profit analysis, and fraud detection and prevention through practical case studies, providing valuable insights to elevate your dealership’s performance and help provide valuable insights to Dealer’s principals and other stakeholders.

Two-day training programs in Sydney:

  • 10-11 November 2025
  • 18-19 March 2026
  • 21-22 May 2026
  • 22-23 October 2026

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CFO roundtable

Two-day roundtable events in Sydney:

  • 14-15 May 2026
  • 12-13 November 2026

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Motor industry services forum

Stay informed about the latest industry trends and challenges by joining our forums in Adelaide, Sydney, and Melbourne. We’ll cover the key issues impacting the industry, provide updates on current developments, and delve into a hot topic.

Full-day forum:

  • Sydney – March and September 2026
  • Melbourne – March and September 2026

Mark your diaries to ensure you are across the issues that matter.

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Opportunities

Automotive businesses that focus on developing systems to maximise profit can capitalise on the potential growth. Our specialist services can provide ideas relating to improving business systems and processesutilising profit opportunities and tax minimisation strategiesIn order to keep your financial network running smoothly, it is crucial to re-evaluate your internal controls and develop strategies to protect your profits.

Helping make informed strategic decisions

With a unique and personal approach, we work with our automotive clients to understand their long-term goals and objectives, providing personalised solutions and advice.

By combining commercial insight with technical expertise, we improve our client’s financial position and help generational leaders develop the skills they need to succeed in the industry.

Our extensive experience in this sector includes audit and assurance, business improvement solutions, tax advice, operational and financial training and profit enhancement services.

We are advocates for changes to tax and regulatory legislation that impact our automotive clients, to ensure that they have a stronger voice for change.

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Paul Mulligan

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Perth


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Steven Bragg

Partner

Sydney


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John Gavljak

Partner

Sydney


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