Nexia Hawke's Bay

Your business is growing. More staff. More customers. More revenue.

So why can it sometimes feel harder to run than it did three years ago?

As businesses grow, the habits that helped build them can become the things holding them back. Decisions still come back to the owner, responsibility stays concentrated, and working harder becomes the default solution.

Our latest article explores this awkward stage of growth, and what businesses can do to create the right level of structure and accountability without losing what made them successful in the first place.

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Too big to be small, too small to be corporate Has your growing business become harder to run? Explore how better structure, accountability and planning can help support your next stage of growth.

Well done team! What a game.

🏆 HAWKE'S BAY WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP CUP WINNERS 🏆

Congratulations to NEXIA Western Rangers Football on being crowned HB Women's Championship Cup winners for 2026! 👏⚽

It took 90 minutes, extra time AND penalties to separate Nexia Western Rangers and Thirsty Whale Napier City Rovers Football Club in an incredibly tight final.

With the scores locked at 1-1 after extra time, the match headed to a penalty shootout, where Western Rangers held their nerve to claim a 3-2 shootout victory! 🎯🔥

Congratulations to Western Rangers on lifting the trophy! 🏆💚

Closing your company? Don’t get caught by the shareholder current account tax trap.

New tax rules mean an overdrawn shareholder current account can create an unexpected tax bill when a company is wound up or removed from the Companies Register.

If you’re considering closing your company, it’s important to understand how these changes could affect you.

Read our latest article to find out what you need to know:

Closing your company? Don’t get caught by the shareholder current account tax trap Closing a NZ company? Learn how new tax rules affect overdrawn shareholder current accounts and what you should do before liquidation.

Wherever you are based in the world, we help you understand tax issues and provide effective solutions through our access to experts located in our member firms in over 120 countries.

International tax issues arise in a myriad of situations and it is critical that you are across these to ensure your structure is tax efficient and you are complying with your tax obligation in each jurisdiction.

We assist with:
- Cross-border structuring and tax planning
- Expats and migrants
- Trusts
- Foreign investments
- Inbound investments
- Transfer pricing
- Double tax agreements

Find out more here -> nexia.co.nz/tax-consulting/international-tax/

A partnership our team is very proud to be part of.

Nexia Hawke's Bay have joined us as a Legacy Partner.

Nexia Hawke's Bay have been advising local business owners, farmers and families since 1912.

Those conversations often turn to succession - what happens to the business, the farm, the assets built over a working life? For some clients, part of the answer is giving something back to the region that made it possible.

That is where we come in. Nexia's advisors can bring us into those conversations for specialist philanthropic advice, so a client's intention has somewhere to go.

A firm that has been here for a hundred years understands giving built to last. It's great to have them with us.

🔗 hawkesbayfoundation.org.nz/give/professional-advisors/

💛 Is your firm interested in becoming a Legacy Partner? Get in touch with Alesha for a kōrero.

At some point, every business owner will step away from their business. The question is whether that transition will be planned or unexpected.

A well-considered succession plan helps protect the value you've built, provides certainty for your team and family, and sets your business up for continued success.

Whether you're thinking about retirement, planning well ahead, or simply want to understand your options, it's never too early to start the conversation.

Read our latest article for practical guidance on business succession planning here:

Securing the future: A practical guide to business succession planning Planning to exit your business? Explore key considerations for succession planning, including valuation, tax implications, and ensuring a seamless transition.

Cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, but protecting yourself online doesn't have to be complicated.

Simple steps like updating your passwords, enabling multi-factor authentication, and reviewing your account security can significantly reduce the risk of scams, phishing attempts, and unauthorised access.

Our latest article outlines a few practical ways to strengthen your digital security and better protect your personal and financial information.

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Simple steps to strengthen your digital security Enhance your digital security. Proactively protect your sensitive information from online threats and scams.

Cash flow remains one of the biggest challenges facing New Zealand businesses - and often, the issue isn't profitability, but how quickly invoices are being paid.

Effective debtor management can help improve cash flow, reduce financial pressure, and give you greater confidence to make informed business decisions.

In our latest article, we explore practical ways to strengthen your debtor management process, identify common warning signs, and improve collections while maintaining positive customer relationships.

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Strengthening cash flow: A practical guide to debtor management Master cash flow management with 5 practical strategies to strengthen business stability and growth. Learn how your business can improve forecasting, receivables, costs, and financial control.

Trusts have long been used to help protect assets, manage family wealth, and plan for future generations. But with changing legislation and increased reporting requirements, it's important to understand both the benefits and responsibilities that come with them.

Whether you're a business owner considering succession planning or a family looking to safeguard assets, a trust may be worth exploring.

Our latest article explains what trusts are, how they work, and the key considerations before setting one up.

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Understanding trusts in New Zealand Understand how trusts NZ can protect your assets and ensure smooth business succession. Essential for families and business owners.

Your accountant should be more than someone you hear from at tax time.

The right conversations throughout the year can help you better understand your cash flow, business performance, growth opportunities, and future plans - giving you greater confidence in the decisions you make.

We’ve outlined some of the key questions every business owner should be asking to help move their business forward.

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Key questions to help your business move forward Not sure what’s next for your business? These key questions can help you assess priorities, identify opportunities and move forward with clarity and confidence.