Questions?
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Questions we get asked all the time!
What is a Bookkeeper?
A Bookkeeper is a person whose job is to keep records of the financial affairs of a business! In other words a Bookkeeper is someone who helps and manages your Accounts and Books for you.
What can a bookkeeper do?
We look after everything for your business up to the Trail Balance when we pass your books off to an Accountant to complete the end of year accounts for you. To see what services we offer click here.
Do I need a bookkeeper?
Do you have time for your accounts? Do you like doing your accounts? if the answer is no, when you do need a bookkeeper!! We help businesses from a sold trader, through to large companies. We do 2 hours a month through to 20 per week.
How much is a bookkeeper?
The most important question! We charge out at $60 per hour plus GST, not sure how much you need us for we can work on an hourly rate for you, or if we know how long you need each month we can create a package to suit your business’s needs! Dont let the price be a factor, have a chat with us!
What makes us different from the next bookkeeper?
What makes us, US, We are certified Xero Partner, we understand what it is like to own our businesses (something Carla and I have both done), we understand the good days and the bad days. We are part of the team to help your business grow and to meet those dreams and targets you have. We are here for the long haul! We are also Certified Bookkeeper with the The Institute of Certified NZ Bookkeepers.
What is the difference between a Bookkeeper and an Accountant?
A bookkeepers prepares the accounts to the Trail Balance stage and an Accountant will prepare the accounts for the companies office and for Tax requirements. We are not tax agents so unable to provide this information. We work closely with your Accountant.
Can you recommend an Accountant?
We work closely with several Chartered Accountant and Accountants around New Zealand. Lets chat to see if we can find someone that suits your needs.
What is AML?
AML is Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism Act that comes into effect on the 1st of October 2018 for Bookkeepers and Accountants. Accountable Bookkeeping is AML “Approved”
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