Question 1

How does a company balance date affect its filing deadline?

Accepted Answer

The balance date determines the income year covered and helps set the filing timetable. Tax-agent arrangements and Inland Revenue requirements can also affect the date that applies.

Question 2

What company expenses are deductible for tax?

Accepted Answer

A company can generally claim costs connected with earning its income when they are supported by invoices and business records. We check common problem areas such as private use, entertainment, motor vehicles, depreciation and capital purchases before finalising the return.

Question 3

How are shareholder salaries and dividends treated?

Accepted Answer

They can have different accounting and tax consequences. We can explain the options in the context of the company’s records, profit and shareholder position.

Question 4

Can you calculate provisional tax for a company?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can use the available company information to estimate upcoming payments and help plan cash flow around the provisional tax dates.

Question 5

Can you work with clients anywhere in New Zealand?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Tāmaki Advisory supports clients across Aotearoa New Zealand through online meetings, cloud accounting and clear digital workflows.

Question 6

What records do you need to get started?

Accepted Answer

Send the latest accounts, return, notice, checklist or accounting-file access you have. We will confirm the specific records needed and call out any gaps early.

Question 7

Can you help if my records are behind?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We start with the deadlines and the information that matters most, then agree a catch-up plan instead of asking you to make everything perfect first.

Question 8

Do I need to change accounting software?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily. We can work with your current system where it is suitable, or explain what would make a change worthwhile before you commit to it.

Question 9

What happens after I make an enquiry?

Accepted Answer

We begin with a short conversation about the request, the timing and what you want sorted. We then explain the likely scope and next step before ongoing work is agreed.

Question 10

Can you communicate with Inland Revenue for me?

Accepted Answer

Where the appropriate authority is in place, we can help review notices, prepare information and communicate about the matter while keeping you informed.

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