DFK Orb360 O'Halloran is a New Zealand chartered accounting and advisory firm with roots going back more than a century to O'Halloran, one of the country's first accounting practices, established in the early 1900s. O'Halloran's founders were among the pioneers who helped establish the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants, and the firm says that legacy of trust and professionalism continues to guide its work today.
The firm operates from three locations across the Auckland and Wellington regions — Newmarket and Rosedale in Auckland, and Petone in Lower Hutt — offering accounting and reporting, tax advisory, strategic planning, outsourced CFO services, corporate compliance, business review and improvement, succession planning, cloud accounting support, international business services, bookkeeping and reporting, and full-service SMSF administration.
As a member of DFK International, the firm has access to a global network spanning more than 93 countries, 229 member firms and 441 offices worldwide, combining local New Zealand market knowledge with international reach. DFK Orb360 O'Halloran also offers specialist services including franchise advisory, legal services, retail and charity accounting, IRD tax help, crypto tax correction, and accounting support for healthcare professionals.
DFK Orb360 O'Halloran is a New Zealand chartered accounting and advisory firm whose history stretches back more than a century to O'Halloran, one of the country's earliest accounting practices, established in the early 1900s. O'Halloran's founders were among the pioneers who helped establish the New Zealand Institute of Chartered Accountants, and the firm positions this heritage as the foundation for the standards of integrity and professionalism it carries into its work today.
The firm describes itself as going beyond traditional accounting, acting as a business advisor focused on simplifying complexity, managing risk and supporting sustainable growth. Its core service range covers accounting and reporting, tax advisory, strategic planning, outsourced CFO services, corporate compliance, business review and improvement, succession planning, cloud accounting support, international business services, bookkeeping and reporting, and full-service SMSF administration.
Beyond its core offering, DFK Orb360 O'Halloran runs a number of specialist service lines, including retail accounting, charity and not-for-profit accounting, IRD tax help for audits and penalties, crypto tax correction, accounting for healthcare professionals, an AI automation specialist service for streamlining business operations, and a free consultation option for those wanting to understand their tax obligations before committing. The firm also provides tax return services specifically for clients in both Auckland and Wellington, alongside franchise specialist advisory and legal services offered alongside its accounting work.
Industry-wise, the firm's team brings expertise across franchising, construction, SMEs, property and real estate, not-for-profit organisations and charities, manufacturing, retail, and international advisory for businesses operating across borders.
As a member of DFK International, DFK Orb360 O'Halloran combines local New Zealand knowledge with access to a global network spanning more than 93 countries, 229 member firms and 441 offices worldwide. The firm frames this as delivering the best of both worlds — the personalised service of a boutique local advisory, backed by the resources and reach of an international accounting network — useful for clients building locally or expanding into international markets.
DFK Orb360 O'Halloran operates from three locations: Level 2, 6 Kingdon Street, Newmarket, Auckland; 1D/43 Omega Street, Rosedale, Auckland 0632; and 48 Richmond St, Petone, Lower Hutt. Clients can reach the firm by phone on 09 377 4238 or by email at [email protected].
According to client testimonials shared on the firm's website, DFK Orb360 O'Halloran is valued for acting as a genuine advisory partner rather than just handling number-crunching — helping with tax planning, succession planning, and navigating complex organisational needs with what clients describe as accuracy, professionalism and attention to detail. The firm invites prospective clients to book a consultation by email, phone, or in person to discuss how it can support their business.