Sidekick - Helping you define and achieve success! Specialists win medals, tired generalists don't. Meet Sidekick, the world's first Xero Platinum Partner, and now market leaders in farming with partners Figured and Paysauce. Our clients have enjoyed the supercharged efficiency of operating on the Xero single ledger with us, since the beginning, in 2006. We're one of the largest regionally owned accounting groups in the South Island, which means we have the scale to help you grow your business. We're two-time Xero Accounting Partner of the year and two-time SC Chamber of Commerce finalists in the business excellence awards. If you want a fully cloud-based, specialist Xero/Figured accounting practice, to systemise your farming business, and free you up, come talk to us. Once you've created all that freedom of time, money hand head-space, we can sit down with you to get a plan. This will help define what success means to you, then we create accountability and structure for you to achieve it.

Running an agribusiness is full of challenges and can be complex to manage, that’s why we’ve built a progressive team of rural accountants and business advisors, backed by experience and best in class financial software. We believe that being a trusted advisor means being a committed member of your team. The demands of a farmer are countless and only growing by the day. You need someone on your team who knows how demanding agriculture can be. We understand that farming is hard work, and you have the added complexities of the weather and trying to control costs. That’s where we come in – we’ll help grow your business and let you focus on running it.

At Malloch McClean +MORE, we believe no one should have to go at it alone. Whether you're a start-up or an established business, we're here to support you and help you achieve more. Founded in 1933, our journey began when Mr Malloch rode his bicycle around the countryside, educating farmers about the benefits of double-entry accounting. His success was tied to theirs, and this principle still guides us today. With such a long and successful history, you can be confident in our expertise and commitment. We are dedicated to driving change and helping people build better lives through smarter, better business. This means better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities. With nearly a century of experience and a multi-award-winning team, we are equipped to help more Kiwi businesses than ever before reach their true potential. In 2024, we joined the +MORE Group. By joining their national network, we gain access to a greater depth of expertise, resulting in better outcomes for our valued clients. We are always looking for opportunities to serve our clients better and being part of the +MORE Group reflects this commitment.

Diprose Miller Limited is a chartered accountancy firm located in Eastern Waikato with offices in Morrinsville and Te Aroha. The firm has a broad range of business and farming clients throughout New Zealand and abroad. Diprose Miller has been around for 45 years and has an intergenerational depth of clients. We support farming clients through a deep knowledge of the rural sector with Directors hailing from farming backgrounds and interests. The firm has specialist farming tools available such as Dairybase benchmarking, Xero, and Figured that are utilised to produce relevant and timely reporting which assists with advisor and client decision-making. We value the strong relationships we maintain with all the banks and can assist with lending proposals for acquisition and succession planning. We live in the rural community and understand it. The firm is visible and vocal supporters of our farming region and will continue to provide the necessary tools for our clients to be successful.

BDO Taranaki helps farmers make the most of their Agribusinesses. With our local team of 30 we will work with you to ensure we understand your business. Our team approach means there is always someone available to assist you. We have a unique skill set including a broad banking background, practical farming experience and a technically competent team with strong industry relationships. Our team approach means there's always someone available to assist you, someone who knows your business. In addition to this amongst our local team of over 70 staff and the wider BDO network we have experts in

Accounting for agriculture is a specialist area that requires expertise and highly qualified knowledge. At CMK we have an experienced team of consultants who have been working next to farmers for almost 70 years. We understand and interpret these changing trends and dynamics, and provide effective solutions that help you to achieve success.

Whether you're just starting out, looking to grow an established operation, or planning for the next generation, we understand the unique opportunities and challenges facing New Zealand's agricultural sector. That's why we do things a bit differently – we go beyond the basics of budgeting and compliance. All farming businesses are unique, so we meet you wherever support is required – through meeting on farm, to meeting with your industry professionals, to meeting in the office – allowing us to know your farm, who you are, and what your family wants to achieve, inside and out. Avoiding a cookie cutter approach, we ensure we are delivering a service that supports you to achieve your desired outcomes. We believe in working alongside the people who matter most to you – your farm advisor, banker, lawyer, and family. By bringing together the right team, we ensure everyone is aligned to help you achieve your goals.

With a network of 24 offices throughout New Zealand, Findex is the country's largest provider of practical accounting, audit, tax and business advice to the agri sector. Our dedicated team of agribusiness professionals have a strong connection with rural New Zealand and many of our team having farming backgrounds coupled with extensive practical business experience from working with farming clients. We work with a broad array of rural clients, from contract milkers through to large corporate farming operations. Our clients represent all sectors of the horticultural and agricultural industry, covering all levels of production from the suppliers through to processors. We work as one team nationally with our local agribusiness advisers being supported by a team of national specialists, providing a great combination of accessible local knowledge and support, coupled with specialist advice from industry leading experts. Findex can support your farming business setup and get the best out of Figured. We currently offer all our existing and new clients a special 6 month introductory offer to get start with Figured.

The farming and agribusiness industries are unique and complex. You need to partner with agribusiness advisors and Chartered Accountants who understand these complexities. At MBS Advisors we have strong ties to the rural sector, with many of us having owned or being actively involved in farms ourselves. We have insight into what it takes to run a successful farming operation and how best to manage revenue & expenses, and assets & liabilities. At MBS Advisors we know the best way to drive the success of your farming or agribusiness. Based in Morrinsville, our team of Chartered Accountants and agribusiness experts use the latest technology to transform rural accounting. This means you can spend less time on paperwork and more time growing your farming business.

We know farming. Farming takes commitment, good decisions and the right people and tools to support you. Our agribusiness team understands that because farming is part of our world too. From first contracts and farm ownership through to growth and succession, we bring practical advice, strong financial insight and years of rural experience to the table. With clear, timely information and tools like Xero and Figured, we’ll help you understand where your business stands, plan ahead and make confident decisions. Now, for tomorrow.

Our chartered accountants offer expertise in governance and reporting, while providing innovative programmes focused on business strategy and development. Our holistic approach ensures we unearth key insights that will help empower your ideal future.

At Martin Wakefield we pride ourselves in being friendly, accessible accounting specialists who make it our business to make your business more successful! We provide a full suite of rural accounting, general accounting, auditing, body corporate services, business advice, taxation, and succession planning services to a large client base that extends throughout Canterbury, and includes clients as far afield as Kaikoura, Westland and Otago. By helping our clients to succeed, we are able to continue to grow our client base and expertise in the many areas in which we excel. Whatever stage your business is at, your Martin Wakefield adviser is here to counsel and assist you through all the major and minor transitions. We ask the right questions because we've been helping our clients with the challenge of change for over 100 years.

Operating a farm business comes with unique challenges and opportunities, so when you need advice, you need agribusiness experts. KPMG's On Farm Agribusiness team share your passion for helping you build a more prosperous, innovative and sustainable farming business. We have partnered with farmers for generations. Our local agribusiness specialists are backed by insights and are powered by cutting-edge financial software to help you succeed. You'll gain access to the benefits of our global network with expert local knowledge. So whether we're talking about day-to-day farm finances, an opportunity to grow, or planning for the future of your family and business, you'll have the right people at your side. How you grow makes a difference to the longevity of your business. Invest in your farm with the right advice, and let's make possible happen.

At AllanMcNeill, we combine accounting and management disciplines with real-world experience to solve business challenges. We enable our clients to achieve their goals through sound financial and strategic decision-making. As one of our nation's key industries, we understand the role that agribusiness plays in our economy. From environmental conditions to succession structures, we understand the complex factors that may affect your agribusiness.

Launched in the 1950s when the town had dusty pumice roads, diesel power generators and no reticulated water, Strettons has a history we are proud of and a vision for the future we are excited about. Our strengths and specialities align with the backbone of New Zealand industry – forestry, farming, geothermal energy, tourism, property and aviation. We are not a one-size-fits-all business and reflecting this, we employ the best people with a range of talents to service our individual clients' needs. We have clients all over New Zealand, with a heavy concentration in the Central North Island. Our membership in the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is reflective of the ethics we uphold, as well as our commitment to ongoing training and professional development. We stick by our values: Proactive – Accountable – Supportive – Trust – Excellence. Expect nothing less.

WK are based in Marlborough but work with clients throughout New Zealand. As Marlborough's largest accounting practice we are able to call on the vast experience our directors and staff have built up over a quarter of a century. A dedicated group of farming specialists allow us to work alongside farmers, their bankers and other rural professionals to achieve the best possible results. Constant innovation and improvement ensures we stay on top of new technology and means our farmers utilise the very best tools to make the very best decisions. We recognised the benefits of cloud accounting early, and are well placed to advise on how Xero & Figured can be a valuable tool for farmers to make their lives easier and less complicated.

Within BDO Christchurch Ltd we have a dedicated team focussing on a wide spectrum of Agribusinesses from Mum and Dad farmers to large corporate farms across the South Island. Our dedication and focus on the agribusiness sector means we can offer skills, knowledge and levels of service that are hard to find elsewhere. Our team have a background in farming and our strength is in the close relationship we develop with clients by ensuring that we understand your business. Our agribusiness partners are recognised leaders in their field nationally and regularly contribute to thought leadership through conferences, professional networks and publications. We believe that Xero and Figured are a platform from which we can help our clients grow to reach their potential. To ensure the best advice whatever your need, in addition to the agribusiness team we have specialists that can advise in IT, Audit, Tax Structuring, Commercial and Corporate Advisory Services.

At FARMit Accountants, we’re about more than just getting the numbers right. We work alongside our clients to help them understand their business, make informed decisions and plan confidently for the future. As rural accounting specialists, we understand that farming businesses are different. Our approach is practical, down-to-earth and focused on finding solutions that work in the real world. Whether it’s budgeting and forecasting, business structures, succession planning, tax, or simply working through the next big decision, we’re here to provide clear advice and support. We believe good financial information should be easy to understand and useful throughout the year — not just something you look at when the annual accounts arrive. That’s why we embrace technology such as Figured and Xero to give our clients better visibility over their business performance, cash flow and future position. Using Figured alongside Xero allows us to work with clients using up-to-date information, compare actual results against budgets and forecasts, and identify opportunities or potential pressure points earlier. It means better conversations, better planning and fewer surprises. We also offer fixed-price service packages, giving our clients clarity around what support they receive and what it will cost.

AgriFocus Ltd is a farm financial management service that provides specialist advice and offers a comprehensive range of services for farmers in the Southland/Otago region. We are committed to forming close partnerships with our clients, enabling us to understand your unique situation and to customise the assistance we provide to suit your requirements. A proactive approach to account management allows you to make timely decisions and monitor progress of your business. Our enthusiasm for our work means you get a friendly team of professionals eager to use their expertise to help you succeed! Farm accounting involves specific business, financial, and taxation issues, and a specialist understanding of the industry. At AgriFocus we keep abreast of the developments in both the farming and accounting industries, ensuring we are uniquely placed to provide up-to-date, accurate advice.

At Hammond Davidson we build great relationships and provide forward-thinking advice to help you achieve your goals. To manage and grow your business effectively requires good accounting methods and financial reporting practices. While you focus on building your business, we can work closely with you to develop good tax, accounting and compliance practices. We are a fully qualified Chartered Accountancy Practice with over 145 years combined experience amongst our team. Our unique position of extensive accounting expertise combined with backgrounds in farming and business enables us to efficiently manage your accounting and tax requirements.

CooperAitken are well-established Chartered Accountants + Business Advisors in the Waikato region, boasting a legacy spanning over a century and a proud tradition of community support. With 12 partners contributing a cumulative experience of over 200 years, our strength lies in our diversity, industry expertise, and specialised skills across various business facets. Our dynamic team of over 90 professionals, based across our four Waikato offices, represents a wealth of knowledge, diverse backgrounds, and unparalleled expertise. While accounting remains at our core, the evolving business landscape has expanded our focus to include business advisory services, ensuring that we assist our clients in navigating the future of their business. Complementing accounting & advisory, we offer a wide range of specialised services, which we believe form a seamless support system for our clients + their business journeys. These wrap-around services include dedicated teams such as Business Software Support, ACC Risk Management, Governance, Payroll, Trust Administration & Trusteeships, along side our advisory services, such as Business Planning, Strategic Planning. Budgeting + Cashflow and Succession Planning. With our clients needs at the forefront, these services have been crafted to alleviate the administrative burdens and complexities associated with various aspects of business operations. We work alongside you supporting all areas of your business, so you can focus on what you do best.

At Leech & Partners, we focus on adding value, together. Working alongside our clients, seeing their businesses thrive: these fuel our genuine passion for what we do. With offices in Christchurch and Ashburton, we understand rural life and agribusiness and pride ourselves on offering reliable, professional bookkeeping, accounting expertise and business advice, not only when you ask for it but when we see a need for it. Whether you're operating a start-up, SME, or a nationwide business, working across borders or faced with increasing challenges, we want to work with you to foster success and achieve your goals.

We believe in strong, personal relationships with our clients and build the sort of trust that can only come from continuity and hands-on, real-time connection to your business. We help business owners harness their potential to achieve their goals.

We are a dynamic, progressive and street smart accounting practice serving clients throughout New Zealand with offices in Whanganui, Turangi and Ohakune. We pride ourselves on being part of the rich culture that makes Whanganui what it is today. The firm was founded on the premise that the entrepreneurial businessperson is looking for service from his or her accounting firm that goes beyond simply processing and presenting numbers. We recognise that our growth has been due, to a large extent

BFA are Business Advisors and Accountants in the Central North Island. We offer professional services in the areas of business advice, accounting and tax, along with specialist knowledge in property, agribusiness, forestry, transport to name a few. We know how to get the foundation right in your business and that comes from implementing great business systems combining with the latest technology. We want our clients to maximise their real potential, incomes and wealth. We're straight forward people who believe in honesty and integrity in everything we do. We value your trust and respect your opinions, and we take very seriously our role as your trusted advisors.

Established as R.B.Swan & Co. in 1951, the practice was built on a strong rural base providing accounting services to farming and bloodstock clients across the Waikato. Having evolved over the years, Harris & Co. now services a range of industries with clients spread the length and breadth of the country. Harris & Co. Business and Farm Advisory services include: Cash flow preparation

Alexanders specialises in business and accounting advice for agribusiness. We treat you, our client, as a partner. As such, our focus is on growth and development. At Alexanders, we don't wait for you to ask for advice. We get in there and help before it gets to the problem-stage. Recognised as leading agribusiness advisors, we keep abreast of all developments in the farming and accounting industries. This ensures our advice is up-to-date and accurate. This industry is our backyard and we are passionate about taking care of it. We combine our experience and knowledge of the agribusiness sectors to create solid benchmarking against which we in partnership with you can measure business performance. Alexanders can manage every aspect of your business through one-on-one relationships and tailor-made solutions with the help of our highly experienced accounting personnel. For us, it's imperative to ask the right questions to identify the key business areas for improvement and construct solutions to enhance any agribusiness operation.

The Deloitte Private team is focused on helping New Zealand's SMEs grow and succeed. We deliver a suite of services across the whole life cycle of a business. If you are new to Xero we can show you how to use it or get the best out of it. If your business is already using Xero, consider talking to us about our 'Virtual Finance Teams' where our team is available to your business, on call, as required so you can focus on what your business is really about and you can leave the book work to us. We will help you understand the drivers of your business, assist in the analysis of financial and management information and provide mentoring to help your business grow.

We are a progressive innovative practice with a real interest in our clients. Our experience, expertise and enthusiasm enable us to provide leading edge business solutions tailored to our clients' individual needs. We get to know our clients and their businesses and talk their language. We aim to be far more than tax accountants, doing more than reviewing past results. We want to help our clients do well, make good choices, and be free to focus on running their businesses. We want to help our clients make history, not record it.

We're a team of vibrant, driven, and people-focused Business Advisors and Chartered Accountants leading the industry in Southland, New Zealand. We're dedicated to building meaningful relationships and strive to put clients' time, minds and money back in their own hands. We deliver everything you'd expect from a traditional accountant, but that's just the beginning. As experts in software like Xero and Figured, we'll work with you to ensure that you get the maximum value from your software. As we've been thriving here in rural dominant Southland for over 40 years, we also have a team of rural specialists providing specialist advice you can trust. We would love to hear from you!