http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.accounted4.co.nz en-us Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:27:28 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/166381/cutting-costs-or-increasing-your-prices-we-can-help/ With many businesses expecting a lower profit this financial year, the more prepared you can be for the unexpected, the better. Managing expenses is a good idea at any stage in your business and you can also consider increasing your prices to improve your margins.... Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:00:45 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post166381 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/166165/six-steps-to-better-cash-flow/ Need a hand managing cash flow? You’re not alone. The key is getting your invoicing right, by invoicing customers as soon as possible and using tools like Xero’s invoice reminders to move payments along.That said, there are a few other simple rules you can apply to manage your cash flow and get your invoices paid even faster:Keep your books accurate and up to date – so you can see your financial state at a glance.Don’t be too lenient with your customers – you can be direct and still po... Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:04:59 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post166165 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/165663/nz-budget-2026-what-your-small-business-needs-to-know/ “At a time when many New Zealand families and businesses are still under pressure from higher living costs and global uncertainty, this Budget takes careful steps to support New Zealanders now while strengthening the economy for the years ahead”Hon. Nicola Willis, Finance Minister, Budget 2026On 28 May 2026, the Finance Minister, Nicola Willis, stood to deliver Budget 2026 to the House of Representatives.The Budget was heralded as ‘a responsible Budget to secure NZ’s future’. But it’... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:50:47 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post165663 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/165525/basics-strategic-advice-how-do-accountants-support-your-financial-performance/ “Q: How does an accountant support my financial performance?”We’re all used to the idea of a business needing an accountant. But have you ever stopped to think what a good accountant and business adviser can actually bring to your company?Advances in technology, software and AI are changing our expectations of what a basic accountant/business owner relationship can offer. So, it’s important to reassess your expectations and to find out where we can add real, additional value.“A: Your a... Thu, 28 May 2026 07:33:41 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post165525 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164726/5-ways-to-improve-your-cyber-security/ The digitalisation of the small business world has brought immeasurable benefits. But with such a large chunk of your operations and processes now in the digital domain, it’s also made strong, solid, up-to-date cybersecurity an absolute necessity.If you’re concerned that your cybersecurity may not be up to scratch, we’ve got five suggestions for strengthening your cybersecurity as a small business. 1. Use the strongest possible passwordsMake sure you’re using complex, unique passwords an... Tue, 19 May 2026 12:44:36 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164726 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164674/team-vacancy-intermediate--senior-accountant/ At Accounted4, our brand promise is simple — we help make business and life challenges feel easy.We’re looking for a motivated and client-focused accounting professional who genuinely enjoys helping clients succeed and wants to be part of a modern, supportive CA practice.About the RoleYou’ll work closely with a diverse range of clients, preparing and reviewing annual accounts, providing practical business advice, and helping clients navigate their financial challenges with confidence and e... Mon, 18 May 2026 13:35:24 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164674 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164479/exciting-milestone-for-casual-friday-fund/ Thanks to the generosity and participation of our team, our Casual Friday fund recently reached an exciting milestone. We’re proud to share that we’ve donated five contributions of $250, totalling $1,250, to five worthy causes that align with our values and our desire to make a positive difference.Below are the charities that our team voted to receive a donation:Cambridge Life SkillsCambridge Riding for the DisabledMake a Wish FoundationSt Johns AmbulanceWestpac Rescue HelicopterA heart... Tue, 12 May 2026 13:16:31 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164479 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164467/get-to-know-sharon/ Sharon was bought up on a dairy farm in Stratford, Taranaki and her family moved here to farm at Roto-o-rangi.She works with a broad range of clients in different industries, and with her  farming background particularly enjoys the farming work.She started at Accounted4 in 2006 when the 3 children were at primary school.  Now Leah is a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Abbey a Graphic Designer and Ryan has just started his own building company.When not at work, getting out into nature is t... Tue, 12 May 2026 09:45:53 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164467 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164271/farming-employers-update--may-2026/ As we move into winter and prepare for calving, longer hours, and staff rosters, it’s a good time for farming employers to pause and make sure payroll and employment obligations are up to date. A few small checks now can help avoid issues later, especially during busy periods.Below is a quick snapshot of what’s changed, followed by more detailed guidance to help you stay on track this season.What’s Changed Since Last Year – At a GlanceMinimum wage increased from 1 April 2026Public holida... Thu, 07 May 2026 09:53:11 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164271 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/post/164223/featured-client--little-buddies/ Marty Pine grew up as a farmer’s son. That background gave him a deep appreciation for healthy soil long before it became a buzzword. To him, it’s always been the foundation that everything else on the land depends on. After years working in business operations, Marty kept noticing the same issue: good organic material being generated by organisations and simply sent off to landfill. The waste of it frustrated him. So he decided to do something about it and founded Little Buddies. Based in C... Wed, 06 May 2026 07:29:32 +1200 http://www.accounted4.co.nz/blog/#post164223