How much does an accountant cost in Christchurch?

At Eastmure & Associates, our fixed-fee compliance packages start from $2,750 excl. GST per year. Advisory packages start from $4,800 excl. GST. We provide transparent pricing with no surprise invoices.

Do you offer fixed-fee accounting?

Yes. All our packages are fixed-fee so you know exactly what you'll pay. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices at year end.

What is included in your compliance package?

Our compliance package includes annual financial statements, income tax return, GST returns, and all IRD correspondence. Prices start from $2,750 excl. GST.

Do you work with medical professionals?

Yes. We specialise in accounting for GPs, specialists, dentists, and locums across New Zealand. We understand ACC levies, practice structures, and the unique tax position of medical professionals.

Can you help with business structuring and trusts?

Yes. We advise on company structures, family trusts, and asset protection strategies. This is included in our Advisory and Growth packages.

Are your fees GST exclusive?

Yes. All fees quoted are exclusive of GST (15% NZ GST applies).

Are you a registered tax agent in New Zealand?

Yes. Eastmure & Associates are registered tax agents with Inland Revenue New Zealand. We serve clients across Canterbury and nationwide, including Christchurch, Selwyn, Waimakariri, and beyond.

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Transparent pricing

Fixed fees. No surprises.

All fees are fixed — you know what you're paying before we start, and there are no surprises at year end.

Most ongoing services are billed monthly by direct debit, which keeps things clean and predictable for both sides. All fees excl. GST.

Packages

Compliance

The essentials, done right.

From $2,750per year excl. GST

Annual accounts and tax return
GST returns
Provisional tax management
IRD correspondence
Year-end tax planning meeting

Pricing varies by entity type and complexity. Contact us for a fixed-fee quote.

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Advisory

Compliance plus quarterly advisory.

From $4,800per year excl. GST

Everything in Compliance
Four quarterly advisory meetings
Cashflow forecasting
Profit and margin review
Priority response time
Annual strategy session

Most popular for medical professionals and established SMEs.

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Growth

Full advisory for businesses in active growth.

From $9,600per year excl. GST

Everything in Advisory
Monthly check-ins
Budgeting and scenario planning
Structuring and entity advice
Trust administration
Dedicated relationship manager

Tailored for businesses scaling, restructuring, or planning an exit.

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Compliance & core accounting

All compliance work is available on monthly direct debit so you're never hit with a large annual invoice. All fees excl. GST.

Annual accounts & tax return (sole trader)

From $1,200/yearor $100/month

Annual accounts & tax return (company)

From $2,500/yearor $210/month

GST returns (quarterly)

From $150/month

Payroll

From $50 per employee/month

FBT and RWT returns

Quoted on scope

Business advisory packages

Essential Advisory

From $500/month excl. GST

Quarterly meetings, management accounts, forward tax planning, unlimited email support.

Growth Advisory

From $900/month excl. GST

Monthly meetings, rolling cash flow forecast, structure reviews, provisional tax management, priority response.

One-off projects

Fixed-fee project work, scoped and agreed upfront. All fees excl. GST.

Business structure / entity reviewFrom $1,500

Cash flow model (build from scratch)From $1,200

Trust distribution planningFrom $800

Finance application supportFrom $1,000

New business setup (company, Xero, payroll)From $1,500

IRD audit and review supportQuoted on scope

Managed bookkeeping

Christchurch bookkeeper — books kept properly, all year round.

We offer a managed bookkeeping service for SME and trades clients in Christchurch and Canterbury who want their books kept properly throughout the year — not just reconciled at tax time. We use Xero and supervise all bookkeeping. Your records are clean, current, and ready when you need them. All fees excl. GST.

Small businesses (under $500k turnover)From $400/month

Medium businesses ($500k–$2m turnover)From $700/month

What's included

Tax Planning

Proactive tax structuring throughout the year — not just at year-end. We review your position quarterly and identify opportunities before they close.

Annual tax planning review
Provisional tax management
Income splitting strategies
Depreciation and asset planning
Loss offset and carry-forward advice

Business Advisory

Structured advisory work that goes beyond the numbers. We help you understand your business and make better decisions.

Quarterly business performance reviews
Cashflow forecasting (12-month rolling)
Profit margin and pricing analysis
KPI development and tracking
Business structuring advice

GST & Compliance

Every obligation, handled accurately and on time. We manage the full compliance calendar so nothing slips through.

GST returns (monthly, two-monthly, or six-monthly)
Annual accounts and financial statements
Income tax returns (individual, company, trust)
PAYE and payroll
FBT returns
IRD correspondence and audit support

Trust Structuring

Family trusts, asset protection, and succession planning — designed around your specific goals, not a standard template.

Trust establishment and deed review
Annual trust accounts and minutes
Trustee resolutions and distributions
Asset protection strategy
Succession and estate planning advice

Quarterly Advisory Packages

Fixed-fee retainers that give you structured, ongoing access to senior advisory — with no surprises on the invoice.

Four advisory meetings per year
Agenda prepared in advance
Action items tracked between meetings
Priority response time
Annual strategy session

Common questions

Pricing, plainly explained.

Do you charge by the hour?

No. All our engagements are fixed-fee, agreed upfront. You know exactly what you're paying before we start. If scope changes materially, we discuss it with you first.

How do I know which package is right for me?

We'll work that out together in your free consultation. We'll look at your current structure, what you need, and recommend the level of engagement that makes sense — not the most expensive one.

Can I start with Compliance and move to Advisory later?

Yes. Many clients start with Compliance and move up as their business grows or their needs change. There's no lock-in.

Are there additional costs for trust administration?

Trust work is scoped separately and quoted on a fixed-fee basis. If you're on the Growth package, basic trust administration is included.

What's included in the free consultation?

Thirty minutes with a senior accountant. We'll review your current setup, identify any obvious gaps or opportunities, and give you a clear picture of what we'd do differently. No obligation.

Not sure which package fits?

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We'll look at your situation and give you a clear, fixed-fee quote — no obligation.

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