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Private Capital

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Strategic Accounting for Sophisticated Investors

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“Private capital thrives on speed, discretion, and structure. We deliver the infrastructure that lets you move with confidence.”

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The management of private capital, whether by a principal, a fund manager or an advisor, requires more than just compliance. It demands fluency in restructuring capital, the execution of transactions and the preservation of value over time. 


At the Ark, we partner with capital allocators and investment professionals across the spectrum, delivering tax, structuring, reporting and transaction support at an institutional grade.

Discover tailored audit, tax, and consulting services for family offices, private equity funds, venture capital funds, funds of funds, general partners, and investment advisors.  

What We Support

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Fund Structuring & Governance

Family Office Advisory

Direct & Co-Investment Support

Enable agility without losing control.

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  • Transaction modelling (asset vs share deals)

  • Tax & structuring for minority or strategic stakes

  • ESG-linked investment tracking and reporting

  • Consolidated holdings view for multi-entity portfolios

  • Post-investment performance tracking and impairment accounting

Private capital. Institutional discipline.

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  • Intergenerational structuring & governance frameworks

  • Family constitution financial integration

  • Investment entity creation and flow-through tax efficiency

  • Consolidated reporting dashboards (cash, public, private, alternatives)

  • Asset protection, philanthropy, and long-term capital allocation planning

Build clean. Scale with confidence.

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  • Unit trusts, LPs, stapled structures, SPVs

  • Tax structuring for multi-jurisdiction portfolios

  • GP/LP waterfall and carry modelling

  • Compliance with ATO, ASIC, and international regimes

  • Entity rationalisation and clean-up pre-deal or exit

Let’s build the structures behind the capital. For control today and confidence tomorrow

Who We Work With

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  • Single & multi-family offices

  • Private equity & venture capital firms

  • Fund-of-funds (FoF), co-investment syndicates

  • General Partners (GPs) and Investment Committees

  • Corporate venture arms and holding entities

  • Strategic investment advisors, boutique fund managers

Succeed in a Complicated
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Financial institutions must balance regulatory compliance, risk management, and financial efficiency in an evolving market. Banks, investment firms, and fintech companies must navigate tax regulations, reporting requirements, and cybersecurity threats while maintaining profitability and stakeholder trust.

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The Ark partners with financial institutions to provide audit, tax, valuation, and risk advisory solutions, helping them meet compliance demands, strengthen governance, and enhance operational efficiency.

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Whether you’re preparing for regulatory examinations, optimizing tax strategies, or assessing risk, we offer the expertise needed to ensure financial stability and growth.

Deep Industry Expertise

Single source solutions for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

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Banks & Credit Unions

Ensure regulatory compliance, improve financial reporting, and strengthen risk management.

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Partnership Tax

Optimize tax strategies, perform valuations, and enhance financial transparency.

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Insurance Providers

Manage compliance, financial risk, and evolving industry regulations.

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Fintech

Strengthen cybersecurity, regulatory reporting, and technology-driven financial strategies.

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Private Lenders

Support transaction due diligence, compliance, and investor reporting.

Support for a Strong Financial Future

Financial Solutions

Accurate financial reporting and regulatory compliance are essential for publicly traded companies. The Ark delivers audit, tax, and advisory services to help businesses meet SEC requirements with confidence.

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  • Financial Statement Audits

    • Independent audits and financial statement preparation for transparency and compliance.

  • Corporate Tax

    • Stay ahead of tax law changes while maintaining full compliance with federal and multi-state tax regulations.

  • SEC & Regulatory Guidance

    • Ensure adherence to SEC, FINRA, FDIC, and OCC regulations with compliance advisory services.

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Financial Accounting & Advisory Services

Access strategic and tactical support for all your accounting and financial planning needs.

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  • Valuation Advisory

    • Financial institutions require precise valuations for regulatory reporting, acquisitions, and strategic planning. CBIZ provides objective, data-driven valuation services for financial service firms.

  • Business Valuation

    • Valuation support for M&A transactions, shareholder reporting, and fair value assessments.

  • Complex Valuation Advisory

    • Provide fair value analysis and financial modeling to support investment decisions and SEC disclosures.

  • Property Valuation/Insurable Values

    • Ensure accurate property valuation and insurable values to protect physical assets, comply with regulatory reporting standards, and secure comprehensive coverage.

Risk Management & Compliance

With increasing scrutiny from regulators and growing cyber threats, financial institutions must proactively manage risk. The Ark offers customized solutions to enhance compliance and safeguard financial assets.

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  • Internal Audit

    • Support optimal control practices and internal audit functions to mitigate financial risks.

  • Enterprise Risk Management

    • Strengthen governance practices and risk frameworks to enhance regulatory compliance.

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Insurance Solutions

In today’s highly regulated financial landscape, protecting assets and managing risk is critical to stability and growth. The Ark provides tailored insurance solutions designed to address the unique exposures of financial institutions. From professional liability and cyber risk to regulatory compliance and operational security, our strategies help mitigate threats and ensure long-term resilience.

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  • Comprehensive Coverage

    • Tailored solutions to help you mitigate liability risks, protect physical and digital assets and ensure regulatory compliance.

  • Executive Risk Protection

    • Protect your leadership team with tailored solutions for liability, regulatory risks, and complex exposures.

  • Loss Control Services

    • Mitigate risks and safeguard your business with customized strategies, employee training, and compliance support.

  • Claims Management

    • CBIZ guides you through insurance claims, ensuring timely resolutions and protecting your interests.

  • Alternative Risk & Captives

    • Customized strategies to manage unique risks, reduce costs, and gain greater control over your insurance.

  • Premier Client Services

    • Exclusive insurance solutions for financial leaders, protecting personal wealth and valuable assets.

Human Capital Management

The financial sector is highly competitive, requiring firms to invest in talent acquisition, workforce retention, and compensation planning. The Ark helps institutions optimize workforce strategies and align compensation with industry benchmarks.

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  • Benefits Consulting

    • Create a competitive edge with benefits solutions designed to recruit, retain, and engage top talent.

  • Talent Strategy

    • Align workforce planning with corporate objectives to ensure leadership continuity and optimization.

  • Retirement Plan Consulting

    • Design and manage competitive retirement plans that comply with regulations.

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Technology Solutions

Enhance operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect sensitive data by implementing digital solutions that enable you to streamline processes, strengthen security, and maintain a competitive advantage.

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  • Cybersecurity Protection

    • Protect sensitive client data, transaction records, and internal systems from cyber threats with cutting-edge security solutions, real-time monitoring, and compliance-driven risk management.

  • HR Technology

    • Optimize payroll management, employee benefits administration, and workforce analytics with cloud-based HR systems designed to meet regulatory compliance and reporting standards in financial services.

  • AI Consulting & Implementation

    • Utilize artificial intelligence to enhance fraud detection, automate financial modeling, and improve customer insights, driving smarter decision-making and operational efficiency.

  • ERP Selection & Integration

    • Deploy ERP platforms tailored for financial institutions to enhance reporting accuracy, automate compliance workflows, and streamline financial management across multiple business units.

  • Cloud Services & Infrastructure

    • Leverage secure cloud computing to improve data storage, enhance disaster recovery planning, and support scalable IT solutions.

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Overcome Compliance While Driving Growth

Financial institutions face increased scrutiny from regulatory bodies such as the SEC, FINRA, OCC, FDIC, and CFPB. At the same time, they must manage market risks, cybersecurity threats, and changing customer expectations while maintaining operational efficiency and financial transparency.

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The Ark helps financial institutions stay ahead of regulatory changes, optimize tax strategies, enhance risk management frameworks, and streamline workforce solutions.

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Our integrated approach ensures that banks, investment firms, and other financial service providers can maintain compliance, manage risks, and capitalize on growth opportunities.

FAQ

  • From 1 July 2021, most for-profit private sector entities preparing financial reports under the Corporations Act are required to prepare General Purpose Financial Statements (GPFS). We assess your entity’s reporting obligation and ensure compliance with AASB standards.

  • Our packs typically include P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, KPI dashboards, variance analysis, and executive commentary customised to your board or investor audience.

  • We help ensure your financials meet investor expectations and audit-readiness, including historical financial reconstruction, MD&A-style reports, and due diligence documentation.

  • Yes. We ensure your financial statements are formatted and tagged correctly for ASIC or ATO lodgements, minimising rejections or delays.

  • Absolutely. We manage group consolidations, foreign subsidiary rollups, intercompany eliminations, and FX translation across multiple jurisdictions.

  • Yes. Our technical accounting specialists can advise on revenue recognition, lease accounting, share-based payments, and R&D capitalisation.

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