Claiming your eligible business expenses is one way to reduce your small business tax bill. We explain what costs you can claim as a business owner.

It's hard to believe but the end of the financial year is just days away. To ensure we get the best result for your business, now is the perfect time to review two key areas:

Asset Register: Have you sold or scrapped any equipment lately? Let us know so we can update your depreciation schedule. 

Bad Debts: Take a look at your aged receivables. If there are invoices you know won't be paid, they must be physically written off in your system before 31 March to claim a deduction. Getting these bits sorted now makes for a much smoother tax season later. If you have any questions about how to handle these in your software, feel free to contact your Manager. We will be offering Free 20 minute One on One sessions with your manager in April, more information will be provided in the coming weeks. out your financial health.

We will be hosting Smartly payroll on Wednesday 25th March 4pm where they will run through the upcoming changes taking effect from1 April and answer any payroll questions you may have. Early registration available by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., further information to follow.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• How to claim expenses as a small business 
• Getting ready for 31 March 
• Payroll changes coming into effect 1 April 2026

Newsletter 17th March 2026

Not sure what an accountant can do for your business? Well, the right accountant will do a lot more than just help with your tax returns! Your accountant should be a trusted business advisor, helping you lead with more confidence.

Your balance sheet is a key financial statement to understand. So we've highlighted five ways your balance sheet can keep you informed about your financial health.

RMHC New Zealand supports families when their child is in a hospital away from home. In March they are running an appeal to raise funds to keep families together during their toughest times. We are joining the cause to help raise funds and would love your support. Our goal is to raise $2,500. 

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• What does an accountant do? 
• 5 things your balance shet can tell you about your finances
• Ronald McDonald House to House Appeal

Newsletter 24th February 2026

If 10% more Kiwi businesses adopted cloud tools, we'd see a 3.5% lift in average firm productivity. We highlight four keys areas where cloud and AI could be helping your efficiency.

Cutting costs can be a key way to boost your profits. But how does managing your expenditure increase profitability? We outline the benefits of proactive cost-saving measures.

Do you find yourself setting goals but struggle to achieve them? Need accountability? A bit like a personal trainer for your business, find someone independent who'll hold you to account and ensure you reach your endgame!

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• Cloud tools: how they could enhance your efficiency and profitability 
• Cost-saving measures and how they drive profits
• Building a better business

Newsletter 17th February 2026

Is big really better in business? Strategic smallness could be a major advantage for your Kiwi small business. We explore why.

We are hosting Jake and Chris from TMNZ who will discuss what tax pooling is, how it works and how you can defer provisional tax payments for up to 22 months. Interested? Register now limited spaces available.

The NZ Government's increasing default Kiwisaver rates for employees and employers to 3.5% from 1 April 2026. If you utilise a payroll system your provider should be in touch in the coming weeks to confirm what you need to do if anything.

Our weekly newsletter has an update on the following
• Why 'strategic smallness' could be a major benefit for your NZ business 
• Tax Management New Zealand event
• Kiwisaver contribution rate changes

Newsletter 10th February 2026