Accounting Services

Comprehensive accounting services for New Zealand businesses and individuals

We provide a full range of professional accounting services to support businesses, property investors, trusts, and individuals across New Zealand.

From day-to-day bookkeeping to strategic advice, our team delivers practical, reliable accounting services tailored to your needs — helping you stay compliant, understand your numbers, and plan for the future with confidence.

Our Accounting Services

We offer a wide range of accounting services designed to support every stage of your financial journey:

Strategic Tax Planning

Proactive tax planning to help you minimise tax and stay compliant with New Zealand tax laws.

Tax Pooling

Tax pooling is a smart way to manage your tax payments, giving you more flexibility.

Accounting Software

Advice, setup, and ongoing support for accounting software, including Xero and MYOB.

Business Accounting Services

Accurate, reliable business accounting to keep your finances on track — including bookkeeping, GST, payroll, and financial reporting.

Rental Property Accounting

Specialist rental property accounting for investors, helping you manage income, expenses, and tax obligations.

Māori Business Accounting

Tailored accounting services for Māori businesses, trusts, and iwi organisations, aligned with kaupapa Māori values.

Business Development Services

Strategic business development support to help you grow, plan, and improve performance.

Charities and Non-Profit

Clear, practical accounting for charitable trusts and non-profits, supporting compliance and transparency.

Supporting You Beyond Compliance

Our accounting services go beyond compliance. We work with you to:

Whether you need help with a specific service or ongoing support, we deliver accounting services that are practical, cost-effective, and aligned with your goals.

Why Choose Our Accounting Services

Experienced team of Chartered Accountants
Clear, plain-English advice
Tailored solutions for your situation
Strong understanding of New Zealand tax and compliance requirements
Ongoing support as your needs evolve

We build long-term relationships with our clients, providing trusted accounting services you can rely on.

We have been with Shepherd Hensman since we first started out in business in 2002 and they have been there with advice and support as our business has grown and especially as accounting technology has advanced. Our involvement in the live Beta testing, made possible through Shepherd Hensman, of the new MYOB Account Right software, has made transitioning to the latest technology seamless, and their approachable, friendly team are always on hand if questions arise

Marcelo Nunez & Emma Lowe

Wright Wool is a successful wool brokering business in Waipukurau serving the wider Hawkes Bay. We are passionate about our industry and work very hard to ensure our clients receive the highest standard of service. We also insist that our service providers are of the highest calibre and Shepherd Hensman Ltd fit very easily into this bracket. We have enjoyed a fantastic working relationship since we bought into this business. They have helped us develop our business into what it is today. Their staff are always friendly, polite and respectful. They speak in a language we can all understand and they even have a sense of humour! I would encourage any business to employ the services of SHCA as they will be assured of excellent, reliable and honest advice.

Philippa Wright Limited

I am thrilled to share our experience with Shepherd Hensman, our trusted accounting partner. Their exceptional expertise, coupled with their in-depth understanding of tax intricacies, has been an invaluable asset to me. Their team's professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to our financial well-being truly set them apart. With Shepherd Hensman by our side, we receive top-notch financial guidance but also found incredible value for my money. I can confidently say that they have exceeded our expectations, making them an essential partner for anyone seeking expert accounting services.