Munro Benge Chartered Accountants Limited

R U OK? Day

Today, the Munro Benge team took some time out of our day to share morning tea and recognise R U OK? Day.

While it is predominantly an Australian awareness day, as part of the Walker Wayland Australasia network we were pleased to support its important message—along with some lovely R U OK? KitKats!

It was a timely reminder that a simple conversation can make a real difference. You don’t need to be an expert—taking the time to ask, “Are you OK?” and genuinely listening is a great place to start.

But what if you’re the one who isn’t feeling OK? You don’t have to manage things alone. As a Munro Benge client, you have access to confidential support through our Acacia Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Visit www.acaciaconnection.com to access the service and find the support you need.

Investing in Our Future Leaders

Last week, Alison attended the first in-person session of Round 3 of the WWA Senior Leadership Program in Brisbane.

The programme brought together emerging leaders from across the Walker Wayland Australasia network to learn, challenge their thinking, share experiences and invest in their professional development.

Facilitated by Judith-Rose Max from Mirato Coaching, the session provided a valuable opportunity to build leadership skills and connect with peers from across the WWA community.

We’re proud to support Alison as she takes part in the programme and look forward to seeing her bring her new insights and experiences back to the Munro Benge team.

“With us, you do you. Just better.”
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Our latest newsletter is out now!
In this edition, we share practical tips to help keep your business finances on track.

It’s worth a quick read:
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Building Better Firms | WWA Collaboration Think Tank

Last week, Shane, Shanan and Alison attended the WWA Collaboration Think Tank in Brisbane, joining fellow Walker Wayland Australasia firms for a day of learning, discussion and collaboration.

With the theme “Building Better Firms”, the programme covered a range of topics focused on strengthening firms for the future, including:
Building Better People – developing people at every stage of their journey within a firm.
Building Better Strategy – exploring strategic direction and planning for the future.
Building Better Options – looking at new opportunities and solutions available to firms.
Building Better Pathways – a conversation with CAANZ.
Building Better Leaders – a collaborative session focused on leadership and sharing ideas across the WWA network.

The day finished with a working lunch, “Off the Books – Why Cognitive Capital is the Asset Nobody’s Managing”, with Ruth Limkin from The Banyans Healthcare.

A great day of sharing ideas, learning from others and bringing some fresh thinking back to Munro Benge – reflecting what being part of the WWA network is all about:

“With us, you do you. Just better.”

The DIY Approach to Accounting: Is It Worth the Risk?

Accounting software has made it easier to manage your own business finances—but entering the numbers is only part of the job.

The same applies to accounting advice from AI. It can be a useful starting point, but—just like advice from your mate at the pub or internet strangers on Reddit—it may be outdated, incomplete or simply wrong.

Without the right accounting and tax knowledge, it can be easy to:
Claim expenses incorrectly or miss deductions
Make GST coding errors
Misunderstand your true profit or cash position
Miss filing and payment deadlines
Make business decisions based on inaccurate reports
Pay too much tax—or not enough

Small mistakes can quickly become costly, particularly when they are not discovered until a return is filed or Inland Revenue starts asking questions.

A good accountant does more than prepare returns. They help you understand your numbers, identify potential issues early and make informed decisions about your business.

Doing it yourself might appear to save money—but getting it right from the beginning could save you much more.

Need a second set of eyes on your accounts? Contact the Munro Benge team—we’re here for the conversation.

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Today is Daffodil Day!

As people across New Zealand support the Cancer Society today, it’s also a timely reminder that donations of $5 or more made to approved organisations may qualify for a donation tax credit.

Individuals can generally claim back one-third of eligible donations. Remember to keep your donation receipts, as the total donations claimed cannot exceed your taxable income for the year.

Need help claiming your donation tax credits?

Contact us—we’re here for the conversation.

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28 August is just around the corner

GST and provisional tax payments may be due, but the timing doesn’t always work for your business or its cash flow.

If funds are tight, tax pooling may provide more flexibility with your provisional tax payment. Flexible payment arrangements, no Inland Revenue late payment penalties and a competitive interest rate could help you manage the deadline without putting unnecessary pressure on your cash flow.

If you think you may have difficulty making your payment on time, talk to us before 28 August.

A quick conversation could make all the difference.

Contact the Munro Benge team—we’re here for the conversation.

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Understanding Your Cash Flow Statement

Do you fully understand the impact your business activities have on your cash flow?

Continuing our series on understanding your financial reports, we look at how your cash flow statement can provide valuable insights into your business operations and overall cash position.

Read the full article here: https://www.munrobenge.co.nz/post/understanding-your-cashflow-statement

Missed the earlier articles in the series?
📊 Understanding Your Profit and Loss Statement: https://www.munrobenge.co.nz/post/understanding-your-profit-and-loss-statement
📊 Understanding Your Balance Sheet:
https://www.munrobenge.co.nz/post/understanding-your-balance-sheet

Want to get more from your financial reports? Contact the Munro Benge team—we’re here for the conversation.

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Meet Angela — administrator, problem solver, and technology enthusiast.

Angela is passionate about organisation, finding smarter ways to work, and helping both clients and colleagues. She enjoys supporting a wide range of administrative and accounting tasks and has a particular interest in technology and artificial intelligence, always looking for opportunities to improve processes and create more efficient workflows.

Outside the office, Angela is an avid animal lover who enjoys spending time with her pets, getting lost in a good book, or unwinding with a gaming session. She loves learning new things and is always ready for her next adventure—whether that's exploring new technology or discovering a great story.