As a bookkeeper in New Zealand, I know that many tradies—whether you’re a plumber, builder, or sparky—face the same challenges: missing receipts, losing track of deadlines, and stressing over unpaid GST or PAYE and being unsure how profitable a job was. When you’re out on the job, the last thing you want is to think about the paperwork and without the right systems in place, it can quickly pile up and cause unnecessary headaches.
This is where a bookkeeper comes in to save you time, money, and stress.
We help you stay on top of your receipts – Hubdoc is my fav way to save receipts as you can take photos of receipts on the go. Many tradies I work with end up with a pile of crumpled receipts stuffed in their ute’s glovebox or under the seat. When it comes time to do your accounts, you find that half the receipts are nowhere to be found and we cannot work out what to put down for this transaction! I help organise your receipts so that they’re properly recorded and stored, so you won’t miss out on tax-deductible expenses – IRD requires you to keep copies of receipts for 7 years.
We also take the pressure off when it comes to deadlines. Late filing of GST and PAYE returns is a common problem. If you’re constantly rushing to meet tax deadlines or even worse, facing penalties for late payments, we can handle all of that for you. We make sure your GST and PAYE payments are filed on time, so you avoid extra unnecessary charges.
One of the tools we often use with tradies is Fergus, a project management software designed specifically for the trades industry by a Kiwi guy with a dog named Fergus! Fergus helps you manage jobs, track time, and capture expenses in real-time, keeping everything in one place. It makes it easier to organise your invoicing, monitor your cash flow, and generate reports that help you keep track of your profits. It’s a game-changer when it comes to staying organised and knowing exactly where your business stands financially.
At the end of the day, it isn’t just about compliance; we help keep your business running smoothly!
For more information, email courtney@tos.co.nz