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It’s challenging right now. Many business owners are still trying to read the signs – is the recovery real, will growth return, what’s going to happen at the election, or are we in for another slow year?

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work as an accountant? We answer some of your most pressing questions!

Are you considering becoming an accountant? Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Christchurch accountant Lily Sharp was adamant that it wasn’t the right career for her – but then she had a change of heart.   

Sponsoring a local team, school, event, charity, or individual can be great for your brand – but the tax treatment isn’t always straightforward.

Earlier this year Inland Revenue issued a reminder that crypto investors need to ensure they are meeting their tax obligations. While none of the underlying tax rules have changed, what has shifted is visibility of crypto assets and Inland Revenue’s enforcement capability.

Charities have until October 2026 to complete a formal review of their governance procedures – and for many, that deadline may come around faster than expected. Here’s what the requirement means, why it matters and where to find practical tools to help with the process.

As a member firm of Baker Tilly International, we’re pleased to announce that our global network has been named Network of the Year at the International Accounting Forum & Awards. This is the second time it has won the award in the past four years.

New Zealand’s unwieldy GST Act has been overdue a tune-up – and proposals that have just been released will provide the opportunity to submit feedback.  

In New Zealand, there are many tax entities that have their own tax status and taxation rules. These include companies, look through companies (LTCs), limited partnerships (LPs), trusts and – less commonly – Māori authorities.

After years of Budget Day being about how much worse things were than anticipated, Budget 2026 has a more positive spin, notwithstanding the current uncertain global environment.

Baker Tilly's new Mid-Market Maze report has found leaders expect a decade defined by tighter regulation, constrained resources and ongoing geopolitical volatility.

Kiwis are set to spend 130 days paying tax this year, five days less than in 2025, but the interpretation depends on your outlook.