Some tradies use a ‘glovebox system’, where bank statements, receipts and bills are just stuffed in the ute glovebox until tax time. If you’re one of these, it’s time to tighten up on your bookkeeping.

The good news is there are some awesome bookkeeping software products out there. XERO and MYOB are the most popular ones.

Straightedge Accounting is an approved partner for both and can set your business up with the most suitable one for your particular business needs.

Paying attention to tax is a key part of trade business success and tradies who neglect it get into strife pretty fast.

Straightedge Accounting is an Inland Revenue approved Tax Agent and can prepare and file tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships and trusts. Learning about tax can seem overwhelming, especially when you’re busy running your business.

We will keep you up to date with your taxes and help you avoid getting any surprises or penalties from IRD.