Covid 19 update
Hayes Knight continues to operate throughout all of the Covid 19 alert levels and you can contact the team using the main office line, direct dial phone lines or email.
At alert levels 3 and 4 our office will be closed and all meetings will be conducted online. You can forward records to us via post, email or upload documents into our new client portal. Please talk to our portal administrator Vania Crosby on 09 448 3250 if you need help to set your client portal up.
To choose the right accountant, look beyond the numbers
How do you choose an accountant? Do you want business advice or just clear concise numbers management? Do you want a business partner or simply an accountant who does the numbers? Hayes Knight is an innovative chartered accountancy practice that works beyond the numbers to keep our clients’ businesses future fit.
Our Services
Business Advisory
Our Business Advisory Services team prepares, analyses and reports on all accounting matters.
Business Improvement
Numbers are only a part of the game plan. We work closely with our clients to add rigour to their business planning.
Tax
At Hayes Knight our Tax Team will find the best solution from not only a tax perspective, but a commercial one too.
Succession Planning
Our team will help you realise the true value of your business and prepare it for tomorrow.
Book Keeping
At Hayes Knight we have a team of experienced, proactive and efficient bookkeepers that can help businesses with their day-to-day bookkeeping needs.
Franchise
As active members of Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ), we are the first choice for many businesses looking for expertise in franchise matters.
Asian Business
At Hayes
Virtual CFO
Your journey to business growth and profitability starts here with our Virtual CFO service.
Latest News
COVID Resurgence Support Payment
The Government has introduced legislation for the Resurgence Support Payment (RSP). When the Government activates the RSP, viable businesses that experience a 30% drop in revenue due to the COVID alert level increasing to 2 or higher for a minimum of 7 days can apply...
read moreWindow of opportunity for asset deduction closing
The opportunity for business owners and landlords to take a full tax deduction for new assets costing $5,000 or less is rapidly disappearing. The temporary increase in the low-value asset threshold from $500 to $5,000 will end on 16 March 2021, at which time the...
read moreCovid 19 update
Hayes Knight continues to operate throughout all of the Covid 19 alert levels and you can contact the team using the main office line, direct dial phone lines or email. At alert levels 3 and 4 our office will be closed and all meetings will be conducted online. You...
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Some of Our People
Shelley-ann Brinkley
Tax Director,
NCB, NDA, CA
Amanda Billington
Business Advisory Director, B.Com, CA
read moreTristan Dean
Business Advisory Director, B.Com, CA
read morePhil Barlow
Tax Director,
B.Bus, FCA
Our Clients
“Moving to Hayes Knight about two years ago was the best business decision we have made in a long time. The service and assistance provided by the firm have far exceeded our expectations. Hayes Knight have helped us implement more robust systems which has significantly helped with the growth of our business. I would certainly recommend Hayes Knight to anyone looking to move their business in a positive direction.”
Mark Wilson, Director, Masonry Design Solutions
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“Great people to deal with and always deliver what they say they will and on time. Highly recommend Hayes Knight for all your Accounting needs.” Mark Frankham, Chief Executive Officer, ASB Showgrounds
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Hayes Knight in New Zealand is a member firm of the “Nexia International” network. Nexia International is a leading worldwide network of independent
accounting and consulting firms, providing a comprehensive portfolio of audit, accountancy, tax and advisory services.
These firms work together to service the cross border needs of our clients. As a member of Nexia International, we can advise you globally, liaising with Nexia International members on your behalf.
