Business Accounting Services

Reliable business accounting for New Zealand businesses

We provide professional business accounting services to support New Zealand businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a growing company, we ensure your financial obligations are handled accurately and on time.
Our flexible business accounting services are tailored to your needs — from day-to-day bookkeeping to full financial reporting and compliance support.

Our comprehensive business accounting services include:

Bookkeeping & Compliance

Bookkeeping services tailored to your business
Preparation and filing of GST returns
Preparation of wages and PAYE
Preparation of FBT returns
Managing day-to-day bookkeeping, including:Bill payments
Bank reconciliations
Invoicing
Cashbook management
General Inland Revenue compliance obligations

Financial Reporting & Insights

Preparation of annual financial statements
Interim financial reporting
Trend analysis to track business performance
Cashflow forecasting and budgets
Monthly budget vs actual reporting

FAQ's

What does business accounting include?

Business accounting includes bookkeeping, GST and tax compliance, payroll, financial reporting, and cashflow management.

Do small businesses need an accountant in NZ?

While not mandatory, a business accountant helps ensure compliance, improves financial visibility, and supports better decision-making.

How often should financial reports be prepared?

Most businesses prepare annual financial statements, with many also using monthly or quarterly reports to track performance.

Supporting Your Business with Clear Accounting

Good business accounting is more than just compliance — it’s about understanding your numbers and making better decisions. We support your business by:

Keeping your financial records accurate and up to date
Ensuring full IRD compliance
Providing clear financial insights to support growth and profitability
Offering scalable support as your business evolves

Whether you need ongoing support or help with specific accounting tasks, our team delivers practical, cost-effective business accounting services you can rely on.

Our services are designed to help you achieve your business goals

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.