My mate thought he could manage his own books and had that classic Kiwi attitude about it. Three months later, he was drowning in receipts and surrounded by a chilly bin full of unopened tax letters.

His little bookkeeping blunder is what got me and the Top Reviews writing team to check out bookkeeping services in Auckland.

We all know that the right bookkeeper can mean the difference between kicking back on a Sunday afternoon at Mission Bay or stressing over GST calculations that just don’t add up. So, here’s who we found that can help you get your books in order.

1. The Bookie

For businesses that need a one-time fix or ongoing bookkeeping help, The Bookie is a good choice. It’s run by Noeline Murphy, a qualified bookkeeper with over 20 years of experience in sorting out accounting messes.

We were really impressed with Noeline’s careful approach to handling finances. She doesn’t just keep your books in order; she really overhauls your entire financial setup.

Business owners appreciate how she gets their finances back on track. Many find her to be meticulous and attentive, with a sharp eye for detail.

Noeline is great at managing cash flow, timing payments to creditors, and following up on overdue accounts. 

People also like that she takes care of everything from regular financial reports to tax obligations, including GST, PAYE, and FBT with the IRD.

While she provides top-notch support for both cloud and desktop accounting systems, some of her clients told us that she can be a bit slow to reply to emails. It sometimes even takes her as long as three days to respond.

Lovely to deal with and super on to it

“Noeline is an absolute pleasure to work with – I was feeling anxious about the state of my books and she came in and cleaned everything up so quickly which meant I could relax and get back to just running my business. She is prompt, lovely to deal with and super on to it and I would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you Noeline for always going above & beyond.” 

• Deanna Yang, Google Reviews

She always goes the extra mile 

“Noeline has been an absolute superstar. As a new business owner she has got my books in tip top shape. She always goes the extra mile and is a real pleasure to deal with. What’s really great is she takes the extra time to explain things to me, so I understand what’s going on. Highly recommended.”

• Ben Paul, Google Reviews

2. On Task Bookkeeping Ltd

Founded by Verena Meintjes, On Task Bookkeeping helps you get your finances in order and running smoothly. The firm has built a solid reputation among trade businesses that need hands-on support, so we naturally had to check them out.

We really loved their job management system. From what we’ve seen and heard, the system makes it easy to keep track of materials, invoicing, and cash flow.

What really stood out to us, though, was the deep expertise in Xero of On Task’s bookkeepers. They know it inside and out, which lets them set up systems that turn messy finances into something much more organised.

We also like their full-service approach. They take care of everything from daily bookkeeping and payroll to bank reconciliations and debt collection. They can handle GST filing effortlessly.

That said, a few clients mentioned they’d like more help with complicated tax regulations. Still, for basic bookkeeping, they have you covered. 

Work is faultless and saves us time and money

“Excellent service. Any questions – they are happy to help. Thier work is faultless and saves us time and money. From preparing paperwork and information for the end of year tax reports to paying wages and all the help and advice in between.” 

• Bruce Cornelius, Google Reviews

Fast, professional and efficient service

“I recommend On Task Bookkeeping to any business, both small and large. Fast, professional and efficient service.” 

• Calea Van Der Westhuizen, Google Reviews

3. Better Bookkeepers Auckland

Better Bookkeepers has quietly become a go-to for small businesses needing help with their finances. Led by Sandi Kerr, the firm seems particularly helpful for tradies and self-employed people in New Zealand from drowning in piles of paperwork.

What stands out the most is Sandi’s adaptability with different accounting software. Whether you use Xero or MYOB, she’s comfortable navigating it. That kind of flexibility is really beneficial for clients not sure about switching systems.

One detail we also kept hearing about is how responsive she is. Clients mentioned being able to get hold of her even outside the usual 9 to 5, which isn’t something you get from many bookkeeping services. 

Sandi also offers some smart credit control services. We like that she takes on the awkward task of chasing down those unpaid invoices, so you don’t have to stress about that side of things.

The only thing to keep in mind is that she’s super popular and gets booked up quickly. If you want her help, you’ll need to be quick about securing a spot on her calendar.

She works fast and knows what she is doing

“I found Sandi to be very knowledgeable, kind and compassionate! She works fast and knows what she is doing. I use MYOB and she gave me some very helpful tips on using the system. I am forever grateful as when I met Sandi I was paddling up a creek without a paddle! Highly recommend.”

• Dawn 2 Dusk Pain Management Clinic, Google Reviews

She is meticulous and efficient 

“Sandi knows book keeping and modern software accounting packages including Zero. She is meticulous and efficient and will keep you on your toes so that you don’t miss deadlines!”

• Dorothy Laing, Google Reviews

4. NZ Bookkeepers & Accountants

NZ Bookkeepers and Accountants don’t just know Xero and MYOB; they provide real support by providing training on migrating financial data, customising workflows and troubleshooting any issues that arise. 

But what really stands out is how they pay attention to all the little things. They monitor for any errors and anomalies, ensuring not a single cent slips through the cracks. 

We also appreciate how they keep the lines of communication open. You won’t find yourself waiting around for answers with their phone and email support. 

If you’ve got questions, they’ll get back to you fast and sort out any tricky tax issues in no time. 

Plus, they go beyond just bookkeeping; they’re great at giving business advice, helping you spot chances to improve and grow your profits. 

If we had to nitpick, there are occasional short delays, especially around GST deadlines or end-of-financial-year reporting. However, most people find that the quality of work more than makes up for any wait.

One of the best Total solution provider in bookkeeping 

“One off the best Total solution provider in bookkeeping and financial services in  New Zealand.“

• Bimalka Thilakarathne, Google Reviews

Very effective services for small businesses 

“NZ Bookkeepers & Accountants provides very effective  services for small businesses including dairy shops, saloon, construction business, rental properties and so on”

• Tanzir Hassan, Google Reviews 

5. ClockworX Limited

ClockworX is basically an all-in-one accounting service that feels like an extra part of your team. They mix smart tech like XBert, an AI platform designed to optimise workflows and enhance precision. 

This makes them popular with both small businesses and accountants because it takes the guesswork out of the onboarding process.

Customers rave about how ClockworX takes care of the daily admin hassle. Business owners reported that ClockworX saved them so much time.

They handle everything from invoicing and reminders to debt collection, payroll, and GST and FBT returns. We like that they even manage your accounts’ email inbox, making sure you don’t miss any important messages.

Many people also like the cash flow forecasting tools, loving how these tools make it really easy to keep track of finances during shaky times.

The one downside we came across is that getting started involves cleaning up your current accounts system to really benefit from what they offer, which can be a bit tedious.

They have removed the time consuming admin

“Clockworx have been amazing for our business and they have removed the time consuming admin of dealing with accounts/book keeping.

Their entire team are very efficient and I would highly recommend to anyone that is looking to out source this service.”

• Angus Macdonald, Google Reviews 

Has made running my business so simple

”We have used Clockworx for 2 years now to handle all our book keeping and wages. It has made running my business so simple. All done from my iPhone & takes me less than hour each week. Previously I had to hire a bookkeeper”

• Dennis Wiley, Google Reviews

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