Income-tax returns
Preparation and filing of annual income-tax returns for relevant individuals and business entities, based on complete and accurate records.
Tax Services
Clear, practical tax support for New Zealand businesses
We help small businesses understand and meet their New Zealand tax obligations - from GST and annual income-tax returns to provisional-tax planning and Inland Revenue queries.
You will know what is due, when it is due, and what records we need from you.
Tax should be planned, not guessed
Tax is easier to manage when the records are current and upcoming payments are considered before the deadline. We prepare the required returns, check the information behind them and explain the result in plain language. Where something needs attention, we raise it early and agree on the next step with you.
Tax services we help with
GST returns and advice
GST registration support, return preparation, filing and practical guidance on common GST questions.
Provisional-tax planning
Review of expected tax and payment timing so cash can be set aside and avoidable surprises are reduced.
Tax-payment guidance
Clear information about expected payments and due dates, with support to understand your Inland Revenue account.
Inland Revenue support
Help responding to routine Inland Revenue correspondence and resolving questions, where Aura is authorised to act.
Year-round tax advice
Practical guidance when business decisions may have tax consequences - not only at year end.
We can also discuss overdue returns, tax-payment difficulties, FBT, rental-property tax and overseas-income questions. The right approach depends on your circumstances.
Simple process
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Review
We review your records, entity structure and current Inland Revenue position.
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Prepare
We complete the agreed calculations and returns, and identify missing information early.
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Explain
We explain the result, expected payments and any matters that need your decision.
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File and follow up
Once approved, we file the return and keep the relevant records and next dates visible.
Who this service is for
Sole traders and contractors | Companies | Partnerships | Trusts | Growing employers
Why Aura
Plain-English explanations
Clients should understand the return before it is filed.
Forward visibility
Expected payments and upcoming obligations are discussed early.
Secure digital workflow
Records, questions, approvals and documents can move through the client portal.
Practical support
Advice should relate to your actual business, not generic tax commentary.
Common questions
What tax services do small businesses commonly need?
Most businesses need annual income-tax work and may also need GST returns, provisional-tax planning, employer-related tax support or advice when circumstances change. The exact requirements depend on the business structure and activities.
Can Aura prepare and file GST returns?
Yes, where this is included in the engagement. We review the available records, prepare the return and confirm any questions before filing.
What is provisional tax?
Provisional tax is a way of paying income tax in instalments during the year. Whether it applies and how it should be calculated depends on the taxpayer's circumstances.
Can you contact Inland Revenue for me?
Where Aura is authorised and the engagement covers this work, we can assist with routine Inland Revenue correspondence and enquiries.
Can you help if my returns are overdue?
Yes. We can first assess what is outstanding, identify the records required and set out a practical catch-up plan.
Do you provide tax advice during the year?
Yes. Early advice is useful when making decisions involving business structure, major purchases, staff, property, distributions or changes in how income is earned.
Need help getting your tax organised?
Whether you are preparing for the next return, catching up on overdue work or simply want a clearer view of upcoming tax, start with a conversation.