How much fees do accountants charge in New Zealand?

So you may be wondering what prices accountants charge in New Zealand for accounting work?

We get asked this question all the time. The answer is not quite simple. It really depends on what work you are looking for and the scale of your business. These factors directly impact how much work an accountant needs to do and

Some Factors that impact prices

Scope of Services:

• The complexity and scope of the accounting services you require will play a significant role in determining the cost. Basic services such as bookkeeping and tax return preparation are generally less expensive than more complex services like financial planning or audit representation.

Frequency of Service and Scale of Operations:

• The frequency with which you require accounting services can affect the overall cost. For example, hiring an accountant for ongoing monthly bookkeeping services will incur higher costs than hiring one for a one-time tax return preparation.
• The scale of your business. Larger businesses will often have more work.

Quality of Work

• The quality of work the accounting firm provides you with will impact the price your accountant charges. Do they answer calls, emails and any other questions diligently? Do they remind you when your tax return is due? How easy is it to contact them? Do you deal directly with the accountants or with sales representatives?