Pulse Accountants

01/09/2026

The Government's proposed Employment Leave Bill is set to replace the Holidays Act 2003, representing one of the biggest changes to employment leave legislation in more than two decades....

The Government's proposed Employment Leave Bill is set to replace the Holidays Act 2003, representing one of the biggest changes to employment leave legislation in more than two decades….

25/08/2026

A simple budget shows what money is likely to come in and go out. That means fewer surprises and less pressure to “keep it all in your head”, so you can focus on running your business.

A simple budget shows what money is likely to come in and go out. That means fewer surprises and less pressure to “keep it all in your head”, so you can focus on running your business…

18/08/2026

Need a few quick wins? Here are some simple things we've seen our clients do this month that are putting real money back into their businesses. You might find one worth ticking off today. …

Need a few quick wins? Here are some simple things we've seen our clients do this month that are putting real money back into their businesses. You might find one worth ticking off today. …

11/08/2026

Gift cards and vouchers are a great way to boost sales, but from an accounting perspective, they're not quite the same as a normal sale.

Recent changes to New Zealand's gift card laws also make now a good time to review both your terms and how they're recorded in your accounts…

Gift cards and vouchers are a great way to boost sales, but from an accounting perspective, they're not quite the same as a normal sale. Recent changes to New Zealand's gift card laws also make now a good time to review both your terms and how they're recorded in your accounts…

11/08/2026

Soup and Slipper day at Pulse! 😂🍲

04/08/2026

Most employers understand their obligations when collecting information directly from employees. However, a recent change to the Privacy Act introduces additional requirements when personal information is obtained from someone else…

30/07/2026

Early start! Always more motivated on a Friday 🤣

28/07/2026

July is a great time to pause and take stock of how your business is tracking. 📈The first quarter of the financial year is behind us, routines are settling in, and you have enough activity under your belt to start seeing patterns emerge….

July is a great time to pause and take stock of how your business is tracking. The first quarter of the financial year is behind us, routines are settling in, and you have enough activity under your belt to start seeing patterns emerge….

21/07/2026

For many business owners, winter can bring a natural slowdown. Whether it’s fewer enquiries📩, delayed projects🚧, weather disruptions🌪, or customers tightening spending💸, the quieter months can creep up quickly if you’re not prepared..

For many business owners, winter can bring a natural slowdown. Whether it’s fewer enquiries, delayed projects, weather disruptions, or customers tightening spending, the quieter months can creep up quickly if you’re not prepared. June is a great time to get ahead of it.

14/07/2026

Many businesses use ACC instalment plans to spread the cost of their levy invoices and help manage cashflow. From 1 April 2026, those arrangements are no longer interest-free...🤯

Many businesses use ACC instalment plans to spread the cost of their levy invoices and help manage cashflow. From 1 April 2026, those arrangements are no longer interest-free.  ACC now charges interest on all new and rolled-over instalment plans. The option to pay over time remains availab