In many marinas, “finance” has traditionally meant little more than sending invoices and logging payments. It works, until it doesn’t. As operations grow and customer expectations rise, this limited approach can start to feel like a missed opportunity.
Built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 and tailored specifically for marina operators, EliteMarinas offers a comprehensive finance solution that connects your operations, customers, and financials into one intelligent platform.
Here’s how it compares:
Invoicing vs. Intelligent Revenue Management
Traditional Marine Finance Software: You send invoices manually, chase payments, and hope it balances out.
EliteMarinas Finance: Automates recurring invoicing for moorings, meter readings, and insurance. Handles ad-hoc charges like gas bottles, fuel and boatyard services. It even manages sublet revenue with automatic splits for berth holders.
One-Off Payments vs. Deferral Scheduling
Traditional Marine Finance Software: Customers pay upfront or in lump sums. Payment plans? That’s a spreadsheet job.
EliteMarinas Finance: Supports deferral payments, letting customers spread costs over 12-month instalments or custom schedules. These are visible in the customer portal and automatically tracked in the system.
Spreadsheets vs. Real-Time Financial Insights
Traditional Marine Finance Software: You rely on Excel and manual reports to understand performance.
EliteMarinas Finance: Real-time dashboards, gross profit reporting, and dimension analysis by marina, department, or service. You get instant visibility into your financial health.
Manual Reconciliation vs. Seamless Integration
Traditional Marine Finance Software: Bookings, services, and payments are tracked separately. Reconciliation is manual and time-consuming.
EliteMarinas Finance: Connects all financial data directly to your general ledger. Accruals and income recognition are automated.
Admin Overload vs. Operational Efficiency
Traditional Marine Finance Software: Your team spends hours on admin tasks, from chasing payments to reconciling accounts.
EliteMarinas Finance: Streamlines operations with automated workflows, integrated cash and bank management, and direct debit processing. Your team can focus on delivering great service
Paper Statements vs. Customer Self-Service
Traditional Marine Finance Software: Customers request invoices and statements manually. It’s slow and inconvenient.
EliteMarinas Finance: Berth holders can access invoices, statements, and service requests through a branded app, anytime, anywhere
The Bottom Line
If your current system only handles invoicing, it’s time to rethink what “finance” really means. With EliteMarinas, finance becomes a strategic asset, one that empowers your team, delights your customers, and drives your business forward.