Stress-Free Accounting

Getting your accounts & your business flourishing

Why we’re DIFFERENT…

Visit our offices, or call us on the phone, and you’ll instantly get a feel for the fact that we’re different. Why? Because our unique, down to earth culture is impossible to miss. It started with our founder Michelle Leigh and has reached every corner of the team.

What does that mean for you? Well, we understand that not everyone loves wrestling with their accounts! You probably started your business, or invested in property, because you felt excited about it… but soon realised there’s a lot of admin waiting for you behind the parts of it you enjoy. There’s invoicing, GST, tax returns, cash flow projections and more – and it can feel all consuming.

And, incredibly, we actually love all of that!

OUR EXPERTISE

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TAX ACCOUNTANT

With us, there'll be no unwanted surprises

GST returns

We'll make sure you are keeping the right information so that your GST Returns will be as smooth as silk.

book-keeping

We can work with your choice of method. Whether it's Xero, MYOB, Spreadsheets - Get in touch.

advice

We have a passion for helping small businesses. Use our experience to your advantage.

Where we THRIVE

What you should EXPECT - the accounts dept

What you should EXPECT

You can expect excellent communication, mutual trust and the credibility that comes from decades of experience. But when you’re working with The Accounts Department you’ll also experience what sets us apart: we go above and beyond the call of duty for you.

So contact us today and book a time to talk with one of our small business accountants. We’ll find out what your needs are and tell you what we can do for you. Let us take the stress out of your business.

  • "I have no hesitation in recommending their services."

    I have enjoyed my association with Michelle and The Accounts Department for the last few years. I always swore that I would never have staff again but Michelle and her team have made this process easy for me.

    Their advice, expertise, communication, payroll support and bi-monthly GST work and annual accounts really makes business easy. GST returns are completed rapidly which makes budgeting easier and in fact makes life easier and I feel like I have much more time.

    Without The Accounts Department I would still be a one man band working non-stop instead of having business partners, multiple businesses and staff, which incredibly means a more balanced life. I have no hesitation in recommending their services.

    Rod Moratti | Director Moratti & Associates

  • "I cannot recommend The Accounts Department enough."

    The Accounts Department have been instrumental in the start-up of the New Zealand side of our business. A recommendation to contact Michelle and the team resulted in all paperwork and documentation being skillfully administered so we were able to concentrate on the running of the business.

    Since our first point of contact in September 2013, any documentation, queries or support have been handled with the utmost of professionalism and efficiency – and it’s always nice to pop in and see the friendly faces of the ladies! All of this has made the transition from our Australian parent company clear and straightforward.

    I cannot recommend The Accounts Department enough.

    Jane Worthington | Director Cleverseal Limited

  • "...enroll with The Accounts Department today."

    Investing with Michelle and her team has increased our free time to focus on the things we enjoy doing, and created invaluable peace of mind.

    If you’re looking for straight forward, practical, intelligent advice combined with personal, efficient and accurate service then enroll with The Accounts Department today.

    Chris & Helen | Bolton-Jamieson, North Shore

  • "They aren’t just ‘the company that does my accounts’ but an essential part of my team."

    I have used The Accounts Department for many years and have never failed to be impressed and happy with the level of service and expertise they have provided me with.

    They aren’t just ‘the company that does my accounts’ but an essential part of my team.

    Graeme Naisbitt | Geeks Unlimited

  • "It is a huge relief to leave my bookwork in their capable hands..."

    I have had The Accounts Department do my books for the last few years. It is a huge relief to leave my bookwork in their capable hands and I just get on with the business of making my own business work. The team at The Accounts Department are very warm and friendly, which for me, makes a huge difference for an area I find boring and difficult – book work! It is always a pleasure to be in communication with them. I have recommended them to both friends and family.

    Katrina Hope | Director of International Sales Conrad Properties Group

  • "We would highly recommend their services to anyone..."

    The Accounts Department (TAD) has helped our small business for many years. We were coming off bad experiences with two accounting firms (one global) in Wellington over two decades, who literally ‘dropped the ball’. TAD has provided us with accurate and timely accounting services and is always there to answer questions in plain English. We have always been impressed by the team’s expertise and understanding of our business, trust, and personal affairs, which are entwined. They provide us with expert advice in relation to our GST, annual accounts, tax compliance, and tax planning. We would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of trustworthy and experienced accountants.

    Susan Huria | HA Group

  • "I’m more than happy to recommend TAD"

    “We decided to outsource our bookkeeping in 2017 as our internal process was slow, inaccurate and expensive. After a less than happy experience with another bookkeeper we were referred to Michelle and the team at TAD. What a relief! The transition was smooth and painless and the results have been everything we hoped for. They deal with all that “stuff” in the background and we get on with what we are good at. I’ve been so happy that when my son started his business last year it was a foregone conclusion that TAD would be taking care of the books. At first I was sceptical that everything could be handled remotely but I was totally wrong and their service and results are great. I’m more than happy to recommend TAD.”

    Ross Keith | Selector Group

  • "I could not recommend them highly enough!"

    My husband raved about The Accounts Department. He is a hard man to please, so when he says work with a company that means they are GOOD. So naturally when I needed an accountant I chose to work with TAD. Book work is not the strongest part of my business but working closely with TAD they have made it easy and fun to understand my numbers. They take the stress away for me, by reminding me about important dates or if I need to get something done. They set me up and showed me how to use Xero and I really appreciate the extra miles they have gone to make sure I know what I am doing and understand what needs to be done.

    What I love about TAD is that they speak in 'basic' accounting language so it has been easy for me to understand. They have a laugh and they are generally interested in helping my business grow and become successful. They go over and above to make sure I get the support and knowledge I need to achieve my business goals. I could not recommend them highly enough!

    Laurinda Howarth | Online Coach

  • "Thank you Michelle and Team for all your help!"

    “I wanted a local accounting company to work with and had met the friendly Michelle at a local networking event. The team are all just as friendly and have made accounting for my small business a breeze and are a pleasure to work with. I especially appreciated the 1-on-1 advice and training they provided to help me streamline my finances. The team were keen to help me save money and time with my accounting! I appreciated the ease of communication and how quickly they responded to any questions I had. Thank you Michelle and Team for all your help! “

    Cheryl Krull | Director of Octopus Yoga

  • "...nothing has been too much trouble....they always make me feel very welcome..."

    When I left Auckland to live on the Hibiscus Coast it was time to find a new accountant.  I checked out quite a few companies and individuals and decided to move my business to Michelle and The Accounts Department.  Aside from the obvious advantages such as less travelling time, free parking and a small company, I have been very impressed with everyone I have had contact with.  They are interested in me and my business and so far, nothing has been too much trouble. They always make me feel very welcome and there always seems to be time to have a chat and a laugh.  They are a pleasure to work with and process my accounts efficiently and accurately. It’s been a good decision, and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a good accountancy service.

    Ngaire Reid | Managing Director, Reid Research

A message from our FOUNDER

You can expect excellent communication, mutual trust and the credibility that comes from decades of experience. But when you’re working with The Accounts Department you’ll also experience what sets us apart: we go above and beyond the call of duty for you.

So contact us today and book a time to talk with one of our small business accountants. We’ll find out what your needs are and tell you what we can do for you. Let us take the stress out of your business.

Michelle Leigh | DIRECTOR

Michelle - the accounts department

WHY we do what we do?

For us there’s nothing better than helping you streamline your accounts and tick all your compliance and paperwork boxes – leaving you free to focus on the things that make your business fly.

If you’re picturing boring, bespectacled, bean counters then our staff will be a surprise. We are a tight knit and dynamic team.

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