Compliance keeps you legal, but a proactive accountant does more - quarterly check-ins, usable reporting, forward tax planning, and cashflow forecasting. Here's what to expect, and how EBS's Growth Plan delivers it.
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Compliance keeps you legal, but a proactive accountant does more - quarterly check-ins, usable reporting, forward tax planning, and cashflow forecasting. Here's what to expect, and how EBS's Growth Plan delivers it.
Most small business owners think the solution to cashflow problems is simple: sell more. But here's the thing — you can have a full order book and still struggle to pay your bills on time. Cashflow and sales are not the same thing. The good news? There are things you can do right now to […]
Discover the 3 most common financial mistakes SME owners make at the start of the year — and what to do instead to stay ahead of your numbers.
If your eyes glaze over the moment your accountant sends through your P&L, you're not alone. For a lot of business owners, that document feels like it was written in another language — one you never signed up to learn. But here's the thing: your profit & loss report is actually one of the most […]
Many business owners don’t realise how much stress their accounting setup is creating until they experience something different. It often shows up in small ways — hesitating before emailing your accountant, uncertainty around fees, or feeling like you’re always reacting rather than planning ahead. At the start of a new financial year, it’s a good […]
From 1 April 2026, compulsory KiwiSaver contribution rates for both employees and employers will increase from 3% to 3.5%. This change comes from the Government’s 2025 Budget and is part of a broader series of KiwiSaver reforms designed to strengthen retirement savings in New Zealand. This blog breaks down the practical impacts for businesses — […]
You’re passionate about your business. But what other areas of life are important to you? Running a business can become all-consuming, if you let it. That’s why it’s crucial to focus on your work/life balance, reduce your stress levels and make time for other passions in life. In this series, we’ll look at the core […]
Your business grows by attracting new clients. However, retaining existing customers may cost less and yield greater returns. The Harvard Business Review found that acquiring a new customer may cost five to 25 times more than keeping an existing customer, and that increased customer retention can enhance profitability. Develop a robust retention strategy with strong […]
In a world where evolving political events can change the market in an instant, and economic instability is still the norm, finding certainty in your business strategy is a rarity. Business plans and your overriding strategy are no longer written in stone. This means being flexible about your next steps and regularly reviewing your business […]
Keeping on top of your cashflow is even more important during tough economic times. With global uncertainty, recent high inflation, energy prices soaring, supply chain challenges, cash is likely to be tight over the coming year. Cloud technology and fintech apps, can give your business the best possible control over its cash. Why is cashflow […]
