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Accountants in Hawke’s Bay

At dpa, we’re proud to support the Hawke’s Bay business community – from Napier to Hastings and everywhere in between. Our local team combines trusted accounting experience with practical, forward-thinking advice that helps businesses succeed in a changing economy.

Whether you’re in agriculture, professional services, or a growing local enterprise, our accountants in Hawke’s Bay offer personal, down-to-earth support backed by national expertise. We make accounting straightforward so you can focus on the big picture – running and growing your business.

Hawkes Bay

+64 21 755 616

Opening Hours:

Mon - Fri: By Appointment

Local Accounting Services in Hawke’s Bay

Our Hawke’s Bay office provides a full range of accounting and business services designed to meet the needs of local businesses, families and investors.

  • Tax compliance and planning – efficient, accurate preparation and advice to help you stay ahead
  • GST PAYE and FBT – complete management of your obligations for peace of mind
  • Business structures and advisory – get the right structure for growth, succession and asset protection
  • Cashflow forecasting – plan ahead confidently with accurate projections
  • Farm and rural accounting – tailored support for the primary sector and agribusinesses
  • Trust and company administration – ensure your entities meet all legal and compliance requirements

We offer fixed-fee options for transparency and certainty – plus flexible packages to suit your business stage and goals. Learn more about our accounting services or get in touch with our Hawke’s Bay team today.

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Why Work With dpa Hawke’s Bay

Local Knowledge

Our Hawke’s Bay accountants understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the region’s industries – from horticulture and viticulture to construction and tourism.

Smart Systems

We’re Xero-certified partners who use cloud accounting tools to simplify your finances and save you time.

Trusted Expertise

As part of the wider dpa network, we combine local experience with the strength of a national accounting group.

Our Experts in Hawke’s Bay

David Steele

FCA, CMInstD

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Andrea Wilton

BBS

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Frequently Asked Accounting Questions

You can prepare your own financial statements and tax returns, but most business owners benefit from having an accountant on their side. Our Hawke’s Bay accounting team helps manage compliance, improve cash flow and provide clear advice for better business decisions.

Sole traders, companies, partnerships and trusts each have their place. Many Hawke’s Bay businesses - especially those in agriculture and viticulture - choose a company structure for flexibility and credibility. It’s best to talk with one of our Hawke’s Bay accountants so we can tailor the right setup for your goals.

Not if we’re your tax agent. dpa clients receive an extension until 31 March to file and until 7 April to pay. This gives your business more time to plan around seasonal work and income cycles - particularly useful in the horticulture and farming sectors.

If your turnover exceeds $60,000 in a 12-month period, you’ll need to register. However, there are exceptions if you’re selling capital assets or winding down operations. Our Hawke’s Bay accountants can confirm when GST registration is required and handle the process for you.

You might not need to pay provisional tax in your first financial year - but that doesn’t mean you can ignore it. We help new businesses plan for their second-year payments so tax time doesn’t come as a shock.

Generally, off-site meals and entertainment are 50% deductible. Meals on your premises or during business travel are usually 100% deductible. Our Hawke’s Bay accounting team can help you correctly apply these rules.

If you’re self-employed or a shareholder-employee, you’ll pay tax in instalments - typically August, January and May. Our accountants in Hawke’s Bay help calculate and manage these payments to avoid surprises.

Keep a three-month logbook to record business kilometers, or track actual trips. This determines how much of your vehicle costs you can claim - fuel, insurance, repairs, depreciation, etc. If your company owns the vehicle, FBT rules apply. We’ll guide you through what’s deductible.

Yes, all business owners do. dpa works with ACC on your behalf to ensure you’re on the correct classification and rate, saving you time and preventing overpayment.

Interest deductions are gradually being phased out for most residential property investors, but developers and new builds are treated differently. Our Hawke’s Bay accountants can explain what applies to you.

The Bright-Line test determines whether you pay tax on profit from selling residential property. For homes bought after 27 March 2021, the test period is 10 years (five for new builds). If you’re unsure how this affects you, our Hawke’s Bay accounting team can help.