Eastmure & Associates Limited - Accountants and Advisors

About Eastmure & Associates Limited - Accountants and Advisors

Eastmure & Associates are Christchurch accountants specialising in small business, medical professionals, and trades across Canterbury, Selwyn, and Waimakariki. They go beyond basic compliance, offering proactive tax planning and quarterly advisory services designed to improve clients' financial positions. With a commitment to fixed monthly fees and direct interaction with an experienced accountant, the firm ensures clear, jargon-free advice and consistent support throughout the year. Serving clients nationwide from their Christchurch base, Eastmure & Associates helps businesses navigate complex financial landscapes, from managing ACC levies for medical professionals to handling GST and payroll for trades, always with a focus on long-term financial health and growth.

Eastmure & Associates: Proactive Accounting for Christchurch's Medical Professionals and Trades

In the dynamic landscape of business, finding an accountant who does more than just file returns is crucial. Eastmure & Associates, a Christchurch-based accounting firm, stands out by offering a proactive and personalised approach to financial management. Specialising in medical professionals, trades businesses, and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) across Canterbury, Selwyn, Waimakariki, and nationwide, they are dedicated to changing clients' financial positions for the better.

A Philosophy of Proactive Partnership

Founded on the principle that good accounting is proactive, not reactive, Eastmure & Associates aims to anticipate financial challenges and opportunities long before they arise. This means clients aren't just hearing from their accountant at tax time; they have a dedicated financial partner who understands their business, goals, and history throughout the year. This commitment is reflected in their service model: clients deal with one experienced Christchurch accountant, not a rotating roster of juniors, ensuring consistent, tailored advice.

The firm’s focus is intentionally narrow, allowing for sharp, specialised advice. They are adept at navigating the unique complexities faced by medical professionals, from ACC levies and practice structuring to variable earnings and trust distributions. For trades businesses—builders, electricians, plumbers—and other growing SMEs, Eastmure & Associates handles GST, payroll, cash flow planning, and annual compliance, freeing business owners to concentrate on their core work rather than administrative burdens. They proudly use Xero across all client engagements, streamlining financial processes.

Differentiated Services and Transparent Fees

What truly sets Eastmure & Associates apart is their client-centric approach, built on several key differentiators:

• **Proactive, Not Reactive:** They initiate contact when something needs attention, whether it's a tax deadline, a cash flow risk, or a structuring opportunity, eliminating the need for clients to chase them.
• **Fixed Monthly Fees:** All fees are fixed and agreed upon upfront, with most ongoing services billed monthly via direct debit. This transparent pricing model eliminates year-end surprises and ensures predictable cash flow for both parties.
• **One Accountant, Always:** Clients benefit from a consistent relationship with an accountant who truly knows their business inside out, fostering trust and deeper understanding.
• **Direct Advice:** The firm is committed to giving honest, actionable advice that makes a real difference, rather than simply telling clients what they want to hear.

Their service offerings are structured into comprehensive packages: "Compliance" covers essential tax and accounting needs; "Advisory" builds on this with quarterly meetings and proactive planning; and "Growth" provides full advisory, including monthly check-ins and strategic planning for scaling businesses. Beyond these packages, they offer specific core accounting services, specialised business advisory options, trust and structure services, and managed bookkeeping tailored for small and medium-sized businesses.

The Eastmure Experience

Engaging with Eastmure & Associates means gaining a financial partner who is invested in your success. Quarterly reviews delve into margins, cash position, and tax exposure, ensuring clients are always informed. Cash flow forecasting helps anticipate future financial landscapes, while proactive tax planning capitalises on opportunities before they close. For businesses contemplating the long game, succession and exit planning services are available to build a business that retains its value.

Clients consistently praise the firm for providing clarity and control over their finances. Testimonials highlight how the firm removes the dread from financial year-ends, providing advance knowledge of tax bills and restructuring advice that makes a significant difference.

Registered Tax Agents and Xero Certified Advisors, Eastmure & Associates brings a high level of qualification and accountability to their work. Whether you're in Christchurch or elsewhere in New Zealand, the firm offers a nationwide service, demonstrating their commitment to accessibility.

Getting Started

For those considering a new accounting partner, Eastmure & Associates offers a free 30-minute consultation. This no-obligation call allows prospective clients to discuss their current situation, get answers to their questions, and receive an honest assessment of how the firm can help. It's an opportunity for a straightforward conversation with an accountant who genuinely knows their field, setting the stage for a proactive financial future.

Signature items

• Proactive Tax Planning
• Fixed Monthly Fees
• Specialist Expertise
• Dedicated Accountant
• Quarterly Advisory
• Managed Bookkeeping

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Project Work

• Cash Flow Model (Build from Scratch) — Development of a custom cash flow model tailored to your business needs.
• Finance Application Support — Assistance with preparing and supporting finance applications.
• New Business Setup (Company, Xero, Payroll) — Full setup service for new businesses, including company registration, Xero integration, and payroll setup.
• IRD Audit and Review Support — Support and representation during Inland Revenue Department (IRD) audits and reviews.

Service Packages

• Compliance — The essentials of annual accounts, tax returns, GST returns, provisional tax management, IRD correspondence, and a year-end tax planning meeting.
• Advisory — Includes everything in Compliance, plus four quarterly advisory meetings, cashflow forecasting, profit and margin review, priority response time, and an annual strategy session.
• Growth — Encompasses everything in Advisory, along with monthly check-ins, budgeting and scenario planning, structuring and entity advice, trust administration, and a dedicated relationship manager.

Managed Bookkeeping

• Managed Bookkeeping (Small Businesses) — Comprehensive bookkeeping services for businesses under $500k turnover, ensuring clean and current records.
• Managed Bookkeeping (Medium Businesses) — Comprehensive bookkeeping services for businesses with $500k–$2m turnover, ensuring clean and current records.

Business Advisory Services

• Essential Advisory — Includes quarterly meetings, management accounts, forward tax planning, and unlimited email support.
• Growth Advisory — Features monthly meetings, rolling cash flow forecasts, structure reviews, provisional tax management, and priority response.
• Quarterly Reviews — Regular review of margins, cash position, and tax exposure to ensure you always know where you stand.
• Cashflow Forecasting — Building and maintaining a rolling forecast to anticipate and avoid cash shortfalls.
• Tax Planning — Proactive review of your tax position in advance to identify and act on opportunities.
• Succession & Exit Planning — Assistance in building a business that's valuable when you're ready to sell or transition.
• Business Structuring Advice — Expert guidance on optimal business structures for growth and protection.
• KPI Development and Tracking — Establishing and monitoring key performance indicators to measure business success.

Trust & Structure Services

• Business Structure / Entity Review — Fixed-fee review of your current business structure and entities.
• Trust Distribution Planning — Planning for optimal trust distributions.
• Trust Establishment and Deed Review — Assistance with setting up new trusts and reviewing existing trust deeds.
• Annual Trust Accounts and Minutes — Management of annual accounts and minutes for trusts.
• Asset Protection Strategy — Developing strategies to protect your assets.
• Succession and Estate Planning Advice — Guidance on planning for the future of your business and personal estate.

Core Accounting & Compliance Services

• Annual Accounts & Tax Return (Sole Trader) — Comprehensive annual accounts and tax return filing for sole traders.
• Annual Accounts & Tax Return (Company) — Preparation and filing of annual accounts and tax returns for companies.
• GST Returns (Quarterly) — Accurate and timely preparation and submission of quarterly GST returns.
• Payroll — Management of payroll services per employee.
• FBT and RWT Returns — Preparation and filing of Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) and Resident Withholding Tax (RWT) returns.

Frequently asked questions

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, and if the 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 for your business.

Can I start with Compliance and move to Advisory later?

Yes. Many clients start with our Compliance package and move up to Advisory as their business grows or their needs change. There is no lock-in.

Are there additional costs for trust administration?

Trust work is scoped separately and quoted on a fixed-fee basis. However, if you are on our Growth package, basic trust administration is included.

What's included in the free consultation?

Our free consultation is 30 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 would do differently, with no obligation.

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