The latest accountancy news
May 2023
Four ways small businesses can work smarter in Xero this EOFY
[ad_1] It’s often said that (almost) no one goes into business to do their own accounting. So it’s no surprise that many entrepreneurs lean heavily on a trusted advisor for support, particularly around busy times [...]
Highlights from this year’s Xerocon Sydney agenda
[ad_1] In just a few months, we’re heading back to Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour for Xerocon 2023! On 23 and 24 August, we’re bringing our partner community together from across the globe for two inspiring [...]
App Partner Stories: Make the most of the small business summer rush by preparing ahead of time
[ad_1] With the busy summer season approaching in the northern hemisphere, many small businesses are gearing up for the busiest time of the year. And while the increase in customers provides a nice boost in [...]
Taxation Principles Reporting Bill introduced
[ad_1] <p>The Minister of Revenue has introduced a Bill containing a set of tax principles. </p> <p>The Bill also requires Inland Revenue to report actual outcomes of the tax system in relation to these tax [...]
Your comprehensive guide to preparing for the retirement of old reports
[ad_1] There’s now a little over two months to go before old reports in Xero are retired. Over the past year, we’ve been encouraging you to make the switch, with lots of education, support and [...]
Tax Bill containing Budget measures introduced
[ad_1] <p>The Taxation (Annual Rates for 2023–24, Multinational Tax, and Remedial Matters) Bill has been introduced into the House. The Bill contains the following measures:</p> <ul> <li>the annual rates of income tax for the 2023–24 [...]
Budget 2023 announced
[ad_1] <p>The Government has today announced its Budget for 2023, which included three Revenue measures:</p> <ul> <li>Raising the trustee tax rate from 33% to 39% to align it with the top personal income tax rate [...]
Xero’s FY 2023 financial results
[ad_1] Today we announced Xero’s full year financial and operating results to 31 March 2023 (FY23). Having started my journey as Xero’s CEO in February this year, I’m pleased to share our strong FY23 operating [...]
Steps to ensure a seamless EOFY in Xero Payroll
[ad_1] If you’re anything like us, the shorter days and colder weather signals not only a change in season, but the nearing of another cyclical shift – the new financial year. With just over six weeks [...]
Aotearoa New Zealand’s $7.8 billion digitalisation opportunity
[ad_1] When it comes to productivity, it’s no secret Aotearoa New Zealand lags heavily behind our OECD counterparts. In fact, our recent research shows Kiwis would need to work 20 percent more to reach the [...]
Meet the new faces of Australia’s XPAC
[ad_1] Xero wouldn’t be where it is today without the support of our partner community, and that includes our Xero Partner Advisory Council (XPAC). That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our latest XPAC cohort for [...]
Recognising ‘Orange Girl’ on a remarkable 17 years at Xero
[ad_1] Today, I want to take a moment to recognise a truly remarkable member of the Xero team, Catherine Walker, aka “^OG” or “Orange Girl.” Catherine was part of the founding Xero crew, and after [...]
Why resting and recharging is important for small business owners
[ad_1] There are plenty of positives to owning a small business – flexibility, being your own boss, financial benefits, and many more. But, it’s no secret there are challenges too. And small business owners have [...]
Planday has arrived in Australia. Is it right for your business?
[ad_1] Managing people is one of the biggest challenges faced by small businesses. The complexity of payroll obligations makes this even more of a burden. In fact, last year we surveyed small businesses across Australia [...]
April 2023
Generative AI: considerations for small businesses
[ad_1] The Xero Responsible Data Use Advisory Council recently held its seventh meeting, with a focus on the extraordinary developments in the field of generative AI, and the myriad potential applications for small business. The [...]
Oh what a night! 2023 Xero Awards UK & Ireland
[ad_1] The annual Xero Awards is a particularly special night for us at Xero. It’s a chance for us to show our appreciation and admiration to the many incredible accounting, bookkeeping, and app partners in [...]
What impacts small business owner wellbeing?
[ad_1] The driving force for many small business owners when choosing to start their own businesses is to improve their lifestyle, but how does small business owner wellbeing actually fare? That’s what we set out [...]
Six reasons to come and visit us at Accountex 2023
[ad_1] It’s nearly time for Accountex 2023, and we’re excited to see many of you across the two days. This is our tenth year exhibiting at Accountex, and the buzz of the event and opportunity [...]
How apps can make it simple to take climate action in your business
[ad_1] More and more businesses are focusing on sustainability, and for good reason. Not only do many small business owners personally feel it’s important to play a role in protecting the environment, doing so is [...]
How this plasterer laid the foundations for a booming construction business
[ad_1] Since he was young, Johnno Green has had a penchant for construction. So one day when a guest speaker at his high school came looking for apprentice plasterers, he knew he’d found his break. [...]
10 useful apps to help Kiwi small businesses kick off FY24
[ad_1] With FY24 officially upon us, now is the perfect time for small business owners to take stock, and look at what tools you can leverage to become more efficient and effective in the new [...]