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Scenario:
I LuvToTravel plc is a well-established tour operator with a large number of brands. These brands include traditional travel agencies, hotel companies and various online travel related businesses — with the most well-known one being GreatRooms.com. lLuvToTravel plc has grown in size over the last 15 to 20 years by a
programme of international takeovers and mergers. Whilst the company originated in the UK it now operates all over Europe, Scandinavia, North Africa, the Pacific Rim and the Asian sub-continent. The company is currently half—way through what it calls a ‘synergy programme’, through which it hopes to achieve significant long—term cost savings. According to the company's annual report and accounts:
• We have some of the most recognised and trusted brands in the industry.
• Each of our businesses is led by highly experienced management teams.
• Consolidation in some of our key markets has removed excess supply from the market.
• We are able to gain a competitive advantage when negotiating with suppliers due to our size.
• We have delivered £80m of savings so far via our ‘synergy programme’.
• We have increased our presence in the ‘specialist’ and adventure tour business.
• We are gradually expanding into the fast-growing Russian, Ukrainian and Chinese markets.
Income Statement year to 31 August:
2012 2011
£m £m
Revenue 13,400 13,850
Cost of sales (12,200) (12,750)
Expenses (1,100) (1,120)
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Operating profit/(loss) 100 (20)
Interest paid (120) (90)
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Loss before tax (20) (110)
Tax charge/credit (50) 40
Loss after tax 70 70
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Summarised balance sheet (position statement) as at 31 August:
2012 2011
Non—current assets 6,510 6,580
Depreciation (260) (280)
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6,250 6,300
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Current assets
Inventory 50 50
Accounts receivable 1,400 1,600
Bank 1,450 1,600
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2900 3,250
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Total assets 9,150 9,550
Equity and reserves
Share capital 200 200
Retained profit 2,680 2,750
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2,880 2,950
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Non—current liabilities
Loans 750 1,900
Current liabilities
Accounts payable 5,520 4,660
Tax owing — 40
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5,520 4,700
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Total liabilities 9,150 9,550
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TASKS
a) For both years calculate as many PROFITABILITY, LIQUIDITY and EFFlClENCY RATIOS that you feel are relevant to the industry as you can.
b) Use the ratios AND the information provided in the scenario to analyse the performance of lLuvToTravel plc.
b) Discuss how lLuvToTravel plc may improve their profitability in the coming decade.
d) Outline any significant differences in the two years of data provided in the accounts.
e) Explain why companies use financial indicators (ratios) as a management tool.
2. You work as a consultant to a non—listed company. The company has a number of new products which are ready for the market. All of these products are considered commercially viable. The company lacks both the short— and long—term funds to acquire land and buildings, computer hardware and software, equipment, vehicles and stocks.
TASK
Explain what sources of finance may be available AND give advice as to which funding options you would
suggest to your client company.
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a) Explain the major BENEFITS of budgetary control to a company.
b) Explain the following terms:
i Master budget
ii Variance
iii Budget manual
c) Explain the term BALANCED SCORECARD.
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• Responsible for checking and monitoring of daily, weekly and monthly expenses of the company.
• Checking of all reports to be submitted to Gov’t Agency
• Monitors the preparation of payroll, bank reconciliations and inventory of Specialty Stores.
• Prepares analysis of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Checking and verification of sales
• Computation and remittance of Royalty for Oshkosh and NafNaf.
• Preparation and Analysis of per Store and consolidated financial reports (Monthly and Quarterly) for board meeting presentation.
• Prepares company projections and budget analysis
• Preparation of Quarterly and Annual Income Tax
• Preparation of Quarterly and Annual BOI reports
• Checking of all compliance's to Malls
• Preparation of Quarterly Profit and Loss Report and Financial Statement for Board meeting.
• Other Ad Hoc assigned from time to time