LaManna & Sons is more than just a grocery store and eatery — it’s a family legacy.
What started as a small fruit and vegetable store has rapidly expanded into a thriving retail empire, including a renowned greengrocer, a café, and the now-iconic Panini Bar in South Yarra.
Brothers Jordan and Brandon LaManna, the driving force behind the business, have worked tirelessly to bring quality produce and innovative food concepts to Melbourne customers.
But with rapid growth comes increasing complexity. Managing multiple locations, keeping track of inventory, and ensuring smooth payroll for a growing team all require precision and efficiency.
That’s where MYOB comes in.
Simplifying business operations with MYOB
As a fast-moving business, LaManna & Sons needed an accounting system that could keep up. The solution? MYOB AccountRight.
“MYOB AccountRight gives us a lot more time to focus on our business, because it just streamlines all the processes we’ve previously had in place,” Jordan says.
From payroll to invoices and end-of-financial-year reporting, MYOB automates critical business functions, allowing Jordan and Brandon to spend less time buried in endless spreadsheets and more time growing their business.
Managing the LaManna expansion
LaManna & Sons started in 2017 with a single cafe. Since then, they’ve expanded significantly, growing from a 30-seat operation to 128 seats in just a few years. This level of growth required a robust system to manage finances, stock, and staffing seamlessly.
Brandon recalls how their Panini Bar concept took off almost overnight:
“It was really just a random idea, and I think I just shot a text message off to Dad and Jordan and said, ‘Hi guys, why don’t we do this?’ I’d say it’s put us on the map more so than really anything else we’ve done.”
With MYOB, the brothers had the financial clarity to make bold moves like this. The platform provided real-time insights into cash flow, enabling them to confidently invest in new ventures.
Taking the stress out of payroll
Running a multi-location retail business means managing a large team. Payroll used to be a time-consuming process, taking nearly days to complete. Thanks to MYOB, that has been reduced to mere hours.
“Payroll has gone from being nearly a two-day process to a two-hour process, which is fantastic,” says Brandon.
Automating payroll ensures that staff are paid accurately and on time, reducing stress for both employees and management. With features like automatic tax calculations and timesheet tracking, the brothers can focus on what they do best — growing their business and serving their customers.
EOFY made easy
For many business owners, the end of the financial year is a stressful time. But for LaManna & Sons, MYOB takes the headache out of EOFY reporting.
“There’s no doubt going into the end of financial year, which is usually quite a stressful time, we know that we’re sorted and it tells us what position we’re in for the next financial year. So it makes our lives a lot easier,” Brandon says.
With MYOB’s automated reporting, tax lodgement, and real-time financial insights, LaManna & Sons can approach EOFY with confidence, knowing everything is in place for a smooth transition.
A system that just works
Jordan and Brandon have explored other accounting platforms, but none offered the simplicity and efficiency of MYOB.
“Other accounting platforms have come along, but they just don’t have what MYOB has. It streamlines nearly every single process — payroll, paying invoices, debtors — everything is there for you at your disposal,” Jordan says.
With all financial data in one place, MYOB ensures that nothing gets missed. The intuitive reporting tools allow the brothers to monitor business performance with ease, making informed decisions faster than ever before.
A bright future ahead
LaManna & Sons is not slowing down anytime soon. They are gearing up to introduce a new concept that hasn’t been explored in Australia before, and they can’t wait to unveil it to their customers.
“Our future for us — we’re actually bringing a concept that hasn’t really been touched on in Australia to our businesses, and we’re really looking forward to sharing that with all of our customers,” Brandon says.
With MYOB supporting them every step of the way, the brothers can focus on their next big move while having full confidence in their financial operations.
From managing payroll in minutes to providing real-time financial insights, MYOB has empowered Jordan and Brandon to build a business that’s not only successful but constantly evolving.
“Watch this space. There’s big things happening!” Jordan teases.
