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Hi, I'm Louise and I help business owners take the hassle out of tax compliance, so that they can enjoy and grow their business.

I am a qualified Chartered Accountant providing accounting services from my home office based in New Plymouth.

23/07/2026

As your next tax payment creeps up and your plan is currently just to cross your fingers… we should probably fix that. 😅

Tax planning isn't just about paying less tax. It's about knowing exactly where you stand, making smart decisions, and feeling in control of your numbers.

Here's what we actually do with our clients:
📍 Understand your profit position before your tax payment is due
🎯 Get clear on your goals and what you want your business to achieve
📋 Build a plan that makes sense for your business

The goal is simple, to replace the panic with a clear plan, so when tax time arrives you already know exactly where you stand.

If that sounds like something your business needs, let's chat.

16/07/2026

Ready to feel confident about your business finances? 💛

We're accepting new clients for the financial year and we'd love to help you start it strong.

At Virtual Accounting, we work alongside business owners to take the stress out of their numbers. Whether you're switching accountants, moving to Xero, or just need proper support for the first time, we make it easy.
We can help with:

✅ Virtual CFO services
✅ Budgeting & forecasting
✅ Tax planning
✅ Annual accounts & tax returns

As Xero Certified Advisors, we'll get you set up and confident in no time.

Your success is our business, let's make this your best financial year yet.

👉 Book your free consultation: calendly.com/louise-_3q/accounting-meeting

09/07/2026

Your accountant shouldn't just do your numbers, they should really get you and your business.

They should understand your business model, your goals, your quirks and what you're trying to build long term. Not just crunch the numbers, but actually care.

Let's be honest — you're not just running a business. You're building your whole life around it.

And your accountant? They should be part of the team that helps you make it work.

Whether it's growth plans, a pricing review, or figuring out when to hire your next employee, you want someone in your corner who listens, who gets it, and who shows up for more than just tax time.

An accountant is about having someone in your corner who can see the full picture and help you build a long term strategy.

If that's the energy you're looking for, let's talk. 💛

02/07/2026

This week we're sharing our cash flow planning tools for new business owners!

If you're just starting out, one of the biggest keys to success is knowing your numbers and a cash flow forecast is the perfect place to start.

Our free Monthly Cashflow Forecast template walks you through what to track, month by month. A few things to keep in mind:

📊 It's only as accurate as the numbers you put in
📋 It's a forecast meaning actual results will vary
✅ But it gives you a plan, and a plan beats guessing every time

Download your free template on our website and take the first step towards a more confident, profitable business. 💛
www.virtualaccounting.co.nz

21/05/2026

What records are required?

When you’re claiming expenses, bank statements alone aren’t enough, they show money going in and out but not what was actually purchased or whether it was business-related.

To support your claims, you need to keep records for at least 7 years such as receipts, invoices or agreements.

At the end of the day, the responsibility sits with the taxpayer, not your accountant. We’re here to help and we’ll always guide you on what’s needed and we’re here to make it as simple as possible.

08/05/2026

💰 Claim Back 33.33% on Your Donations💰

Did you know that in NZ, you can claim back 33.33% for every dollar donated to an approved charity or organisation, up to your taxable income for the year?

A few key things to remember:
✅ You can only claim the donation tax credit in the year that you made the donation
✅ If you don’t have taxable income in that year, you can’t claim
✅ Make sure to keep your donation receipts or invoices!

Have any questions about donations? Get in touch with us.

03/05/2026

🔔 Friendly Reminder 🔔

Provisional tax and GST for the period ended 31 March 2026 are due on 7 May 2026. 📅

If you need a hand with calculations or planning for cash flow, get in touch today, we’re here to help.

26/04/2026

We’ve officially passed 3 years in business 🙌

It’s been a big year, growth, great clients, and officially bringing Jane into the team.

As we head into our next phase, we’re being intentional and taking on a limited number of new clients over the next 12 months.

Our focus:
• Business planning
• Monthly reporting
• Tax planning
• Annual accounts & tax compliance

If you’re a business owner wanting clarity and a plan, now’s the time to get the right support around you.

30/03/2026

Financial year end (31 March) is almost here.

At Virtual Accounting we’re getting clients prepared early because the faster your accounts are ready, the smoother things run.

A few quick things to get on top of now:

• Confirm bank & loan balances at 31 March
• Gather receipts for any asset purchases/sales
• Review unpaid invoices - anything to write off?
• Complete stocktake (if applicable)
• Check for income received in advance
• Share any additional income (rental, crypto, dividends, overseas)
• Provisional tax is due 7 May
• Capture home office costs
• Ensure all bank/credit cards are in your accounting system

It’s not the most exciting job but getting this right now avoids delays, reduces stress and keeps things moving.

Plan ahead, don’t leave it to the last minute.

26/03/2026

Quick tax math 👇

If your business earns $1 in profit, the tax on that is 28 cents.

So if you spend $1 just to “save tax”… you’ve spent $1 to save 28c.

You’re still 72c worse off.

That’s not a win.

Smart businesses focus on planning, keeping more cash and not spending it just to reduce tax.

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http://www.virtualaccounting.co.nz/

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