Tax return and accounting package pricing
Clear accountant fees NZ-wide: fixed fees for one-off tax returns and monthly accounting packages, so you know exactly how much to budget for. We agree the cost upfront.
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Tax return cost NZ for landlords, sole traders, companies and trusts
An indication of what our most popular one-off services cost. We finalise your accounts and returns, send you an electronic link to approve them, then file them with Inland Revenue.
Rental property
For landlords and property investors.
- Rental property tax returnYour rental income and expenses worked out and filed in your tax return.
- Electronic approval linkWe send you a secure link to review and approve your return online. No printing or posting.
- Filed with IRD for youWe electronically submit your return to Inland Revenue on your behalf.
- Payment remindersWe follow up with timely reminders before your tax is due.
Sole trader
For the self-employed and contractors.
- Financial statementsYour year-end financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet), prepared for your business.
- Sole trader tax returnYour individual tax return including your self-employed income.
- Electronic approval linkWe send you a secure link to review and approve your return online. No printing or posting.
- Filed with IRD for youWe electronically submit your return to Inland Revenue on your behalf.
- Payment remindersWe follow up with timely reminders before your tax is due.
Company
For small and medium companies.
- Annual financial statementsYour company’s year-end financial statements.
- Company tax returnYour company income tax return, filed with Inland Revenue.
- Electronic approval linkWe send you a secure link to review and approve your return online. No printing or posting.
- Filed with IRD for youWe electronically submit your return to Inland Revenue on your behalf.
- Payment remindersWe follow up with timely reminders before your tax is due.
Trust
For family and business trusts.
- Annual financial statementsYour trust’s year-end financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet).
- Trust tax returnYour trust’s annual income tax return (IR6), filed with Inland Revenue.
- Electronic approval linkWe send you a secure link to review and approve your return online. No printing or posting.
- Filed with IRD for youWe electronically submit your return to Inland Revenue on your behalf.
- Payment remindersWe follow up with timely reminders before your tax is due.
Accounting packages NZ: monthly fixed-fee plans
Accounting software plus year-round support, your accounts and tax return filings and IRD tax agent representation, all in one fixed pay-monthly fee.
Essentials
Just starting out? Want to keep things simple? We keep you compliant and take care of the red tape.
- Annual financial statementsYour year-end financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet), prepared from your records.
- Income tax returnYour income tax return prepared and filed with Inland Revenue for you.
- GST returnsYour GST returns prepared and filed on time each period.
- Support queries by email (reply within 48 hours)Email us your questions throughout the year and we reply within 48 hours.
- Cashbook softwareSimple cashbook software to record your income and expenses is included in your monthly fee, so there is no separate software bill.
- Annual Companies Office returnWe file your company’s annual return with the Companies Office so it stays registered.
- Quarterly activity statementsA quarterly summary of how your business is tracking, so there are no surprises at year end.
- Monthly management reportsReports every month showing profit, cash flow and key numbers, so you make decisions with up-to-date figures.
- Quarterly CFO meeting (in person or online)A meeting every quarter, in person or online, to review your numbers and plan ahead.
Standard
Need a little more? Expert business advice every quarter and all your compliance taken care of.
- Annual financial statementsYour year-end financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet), prepared from your records.
- Income tax returnYour income tax return prepared and filed with Inland Revenue for you.
- GST returnsYour GST returns prepared and filed on time each period.
- Support queries by phone and email (reply within 24 hours)Call or email us with questions throughout the year and we reply within 24 hours.
- Invoicing softwareInvoicing software to send quotes and invoices and track payments is included in your monthly fee, so there is no separate software bill.
- Annual Companies Office returnWe file your company’s annual return with the Companies Office so it stays registered.
- Quarterly activity statementsA quarterly summary of how your business is tracking, so there are no surprises at year end.
- Monthly management reportsReports every month showing profit, cash flow and key numbers, so you make decisions with up-to-date figures.
- Quarterly CFO meeting (in person or online)A meeting every quarter, in person or online, to review your numbers and plan ahead.
Premium
Been running for a while? Management reporting and business advice, plus all your compliance.
- Annual financial statementsYour year-end financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet), prepared from your records.
- Income tax returnYour income tax return prepared and filed with Inland Revenue for you.
- GST returnsYour GST returns prepared and filed on time each period.
- Support queries by phone and email (reply within 12 hours)Call or email us with questions throughout the year and we reply within 12 hours.
- Invoicing software and payablesSoftware to send invoices and manage the bills you pay (payables) is included in your monthly fee, so there is no separate software bill.
- Annual Companies Office returnWe file your company’s annual return with the Companies Office so it stays registered.
- Quarterly activity statementsA quarterly summary of how your business is tracking, so there are no surprises at year end.
- Monthly management reportsReports every month showing profit, cash flow and key numbers, so you make decisions with up-to-date figures.
- Quarterly CFO meeting (in person or online)A meeting every quarter, in person or online, to review your numbers and plan ahead.
No problem. We act as your IRD tax agent and work with Inland Revenue on your behalf to arrange payment plans and get you back on track.
Understanding accountant fees NZ
Accountant fees NZ-wide vary a lot, and many firms charge by the hour. At Tax Doctor every price is a fixed fee, agreed in writing before we start. That makes it easy to budget and means you are never charged for a quick phone call or email.
What affects your tax return cost NZ?
Your tax return cost NZ depends mainly on how many income sources you have, whether you are self-employed or own rental property, and how organised your records are. A simple individual return starts from $400, self-employed returns from $600 and company returns from $800.
Accounting packages NZ businesses can grow with
Our monthly accounting packages NZ businesses choose combine your annual financial statements, income tax return, GST returns, software and support in one predictable monthly fee. You can change packages as your business grows.
One-off tax return or monthly package?
If you only need your annual return filed, a one-off tax return is usually the best value. If you want your compliance, GST and support covered all year, a monthly package spreads the cost. If you are unsure what to budget, check the IRD requirements for your business type and contact us for a recommendation.
Accountant fees NZ: pricing questions
How much does an accountant cost in NZ?
With Tax Doctor, rental property tax returns start from $400, sole trader returns from $600, and company or trust financials and tax returns from $800. Monthly accounting packages start at $140 a month.
Can you only take care of my annual tax return?
Yes, if that’s all you need. Prices start at $400 and depend on your size and requirements.
What affects my price?
Your business and personal requirements, the size of your business, your level of transactions and the accuracy of the information you give us.
Why are your fees fixed?
Fixed fees help you budget for the year and mean no unexpected invoices. We agree and fix them with you before any work is undertaken.
Do your prices include GST?
GST depends on the service. We’ll confirm your exact price, including any GST, in writing before any work starts.
Not sure which fits?
Get in touch and we’ll recommend the right option, with the price agreed upfront.
