The Minister of Finance has announced a number of changes to the financial support for businesses once New Zealand moves into the COVID Protection Framework at 11.59pm on December 2nd. There will be a one-off Transition Payment to acknowledge the restrictions businesses have faced due to the higher Alert Levels in Auckland, Waikato and Northland. …
How do I calculate my revenue? Your revenue for the RSP calculation should be based on standard accounting principles for revenue recognition. i.e., how you would normally prepare your annual or monthly reports. For example: For a business that deals mainly in cash, such as restaurants and bars, revenue would be the daily takings. …
To help clarify a few queries we have been getting around how to pay the wage subsidy when your business is operating, we referenced myHR for their answers to frequently asked questions around covid-19 support. The main points to consider are: Use the wage subsidy to help top up the usual wages you would pay …
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This time every year there can be a panic in the air due to the upcoming holiday / Christmas season. Many of us get a head start on our planning, shopping and supplies a few months ahead. Fortunately, it’s not too late to start preparing a few things now. Thank you to Xero for these …
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Very few people love the accounting aspects of their business. Here are a few ideas to keep your clients and suppliers happy while streamlining processes for yourself. Create realistic estimates. This will help you keep clients happy and expectations in check. Have a look at past projects, add up the costs, and compare to current …
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The IRD have advised that if taxpayers are adversely impacted by COVID-19, and they pay the outstanding core tax as soon as practicable that they will automatically write-off any penalties and interest. Support from the IRD: The type of relief available for new debt due to COVID-19 if you are unable to pay your taxes …
Updated 26 October 2021. It has been announced that the Government will boost payments to businesses affected by higher alert levels as the country transitions to the new COVID-19 Protection Framework. The next payment of the Resurgence Support Payment will be available to apply for from the 29th October through myIR. This payment will remain …
Stuck in lockdown and feeling frustrated? It could be the perfect time to do some planning. Having a plan, or just a couple of goals, can help you make better business decisions and sort out your priorities.
Can you make employees take annual leave during lockdown? Can you make them take a pay cut or reduce their hours? We’ve got links to all the information you need to meet your responsibilities as an employer.
Are you ready for the changes? Trustee compliance obligations are set to increase yet again with the introduction of additional tax information disclosure requirements. Inland Revenue will require additional information relating to a trusts and its activities. This will take effect from the 2021-22 financial year and its intent is to provide Inland Revenue …
