Business Startup & Setup

Start your business with the right foundations. Starting a business? We’ll help you get your accounting systems, registrations and financial processes organised from day one.

Business Structure • GST • IRD • Payroll • Budgeting

Starting a business in New Zealand? Let’s get the numbers and systems right from day one.

Starting a new business is exciting, but there are many financial, tax and administrative decisions to make before you get fully up and running. At NB Accounting Support, we help New Zealand business owners establish the right accounting systems and processes from the beginning, so you can focus on building your business with confidence.

Whether you’re starting as a sole trader, partnership or company, we can help you understand what needs to be set up and what financial obligations you need to be aware of.

What we can help you with

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Business Structure Guidance

We can help you understand the accounting and financial considerations of operating as a sole trader, partnership or company, and help you identify questions to discuss with your accountant or legal adviser.

The structure you choose can affect your tax, financial responsibilities, risk and future growth.

Company & NZBN Setup

If you are establishing a company, we can help you understand the accounting requirements associated with getting started, including information you will need for your Companies Office registration and NZBN.

A company registered in New Zealand receives an NZBN as part of incorporation.

IRD & myIR Setup

Get your business connected with Inland Revenue and understand the registrations and tax obligations that may apply to you.

We can help you get organised for income tax, GST and employer obligations where applicable.

GST Registration & Setup

If your business needs to register for GST, we can help you understand the registration process and set up your accounting system correctly.

GST-registered businesses need to charge GST, keep appropriate records, file GST returns and pay GST owing to Inland Revenue.

Chart of Accounts

We’ll help structure your accounts so income, expenses, assets and liabilities are recorded in a way that makes sense for your business and produces useful financial reports.

Payroll & PAYE Setup

Planning to employ staff? We can help establish your payroll processes and accounting system so you’re ready to manage employee payments and related tax obligations.

Businesses employing staff need to register as an employer with Inland Revenue and meet relevant employer obligations.

Initial Budget & Cash-Flow Planning

Before you start spending, it helps to understand how much money the business needs to operate.

We can help you prepare an initial budget, identify expected costs and create a cash-flow plan to help you understand your upcoming financial commitments.

Start your business with a clear financial foundation

You don’t need to figure everything out on your own. We can help you get your accounting systems, registrations and financial processes organised from the beginning — and continue supporting you as your business grows.

Ready to get started?

Contact NB Accounting Support today to discuss your new business and find out how we can help you get set up properly from day one.