Between our teams; Business Advisory Services (BAS), Tax Specialists and Value Added Services (VAS), we believe in a holistic approach. We have a track record of innovation including; outsourcing compliance work to India (before it was common), the introduction of tax audit insurance, appointing one of the first female partners. There is more to discover, but contact us with the service you need us to assist with and the future is written from there.
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As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
It’s small business accounting software that’s simple, smart and occasionally magical. Log in online anytime, anywhere on your Mac, PC, tablet or phone to get a real-time view of your cash flow.
It’s small business accounting software that’s simple, smart and occasionally magical. Log in online anytime, anywhere on your Mac, PC, tablet or phone to get a real-time view of your cash flow. As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Tax Traders allows you to buy someone else’s tax to settle your account with Inland Revenue, as well as save on interest and late payment penalty charges.
Tax Traders allows you to buy someone else’s tax to settle your account with Inland Revenue, as well as save on interest and late payment penalty charges.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Astute cash flow management is essential for operating a small business.
Astute cash flow management is essential for operating a small business.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Trusted by 1.2 million businesses, myob is New Zealand’s largest accounting solutions provider. The platform is equipped to support the needs of New Zealand organisations.
Trusted by 1.2 million businesses, myob is New Zealand’s largest accounting solutions provider. The platform is equipped to support the needs of New Zealand organisations.As a client at Gilligan Sheppard you will access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business/trust/transaction.
Tax Audit Insurance specifically designed for accountants in public practice. This provides cost effective protection and peace of mind against the substantial cost that may be incurred should IR or other government authorities conduct a random review, investigation or audit.
Tax Audit Insurance specifically designed for accountants in public practice. This provides cost effective protection and peace of mind against the substantial cost that may be incurred should IR or other government authorities conduct a random review, investigation or audit.
As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
A CPA is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge and gives you competitive advantage over your peers.
A CPA is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge and gives you competitive advantage over your peers.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
It’s small business accounting software that’s simple, smart and occasionally magical. Log in online anytime, anywhere on your Mac, PC, tablet or phone to get a real-time view of your cash flow.
It’s small business accounting software that’s simple, smart and occasionally magical. Log in online anytime, anywhere on your Mac, PC, tablet or phone to get a real-time view of your cash flow. As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Tax Traders allows you to buy someone else’s tax to settle your account with Inland Revenue, as well as save on interest and late payment penalty charges.
Tax Traders allows you to buy someone else’s tax to settle your account with Inland Revenue, as well as save on interest and late payment penalty charges.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Astute cash flow management is essential for operating a small business.
Astute cash flow management is essential for operating a small business.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
Trusted by 1.2 million businesses, myob is New Zealand’s largest accounting solutions provider. The platform is equipped to support the needs of New Zealand organisations.
Trusted by 1.2 million businesses, myob is New Zealand’s largest accounting solutions provider. The platform is equipped to support the needs of New Zealand organisations.As a client at Gilligan Sheppard you will access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business/trust/transaction.
Tax Audit Insurance specifically designed for accountants in public practice. This provides cost effective protection and peace of mind against the substantial cost that may be incurred should IR or other government authorities conduct a random review, investigation or audit.
Tax Audit Insurance specifically designed for accountants in public practice. This provides cost effective protection and peace of mind against the substantial cost that may be incurred should IR or other government authorities conduct a random review, investigation or audit.
As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
A CPA is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge and gives you competitive advantage over your peers.
A CPA is a finance, accounting and business professional with a specific qualification. It indicates a soundness in depth, breadth and quality of accountancy knowledge and gives you competitive advantage over your peers.As a client Gilligan Sheppard you will have access to international networks and resources to enable optimal outcomes for your business / trust / transaction.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.
AGN International is a worldwide asociation, composed of four regions, of independent accounting and advisory businesses.
Tax Updates: 9 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 21 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 14 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 7 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
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My recent trip to Delhi offered me a firsthand look at India’s rapidly evolving economy and the subtle yet significant shifts in the everyday lives of its people. As one of the world’s [...]
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Recently, someone asked me what sparked my interest in becoming an accountant, and it gave me a moment to pause and reflect. Accounting isn’t always the career that people dream about as kids, but [...]
Tax Updates: 30 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 23 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 16 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 9 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 21 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 14 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 7 July 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Why tax minimisation might be killing your growth plans
While the tax cost of operating a business in New Zealand is an important consideration to ensure tax efficiency, if you intend to build a business of scale, there is much more to consider than just [...]
Why the world is betting on India
My recent trip to Delhi offered me a firsthand look at India’s rapidly evolving economy and the subtle yet significant shifts in the everyday lives of its people. As one of the world’s [...]
An unexpected path to accounting
Recently, someone asked me what sparked my interest in becoming an accountant, and it gave me a moment to pause and reflect. Accounting isn’t always the career that people dream about as kids, but [...]
Tax Updates: 30 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 23 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 16 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
Tax Updates: 9 June 2025
Welcome to this week’s review of tax issues where Richard comments on what’s been happening in the world of tax over the past week. If you have a question or would like a second opinion [...]
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AML & CFT Act in New Zealand
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Accounting software options
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