Beancounter GST Return Service
Take the stress out of GST season and keep your workflow moving
GST returns often dictate the flow of an entire practice — bringing deadlines, stress, and bottlenecks that disrupt your workflow. At Beancounter, we believe it doesn’t have to be that way. Our GST Return Service alleviates the pressure, freeing you from the constant chase so you can concentrate on running your practice smoothly.
We provide comprehensive GST return outsourcing as part of our trusted services for annual accounts and reviews. We lighten your workload, enabling you to focus on the bigger picture.
Why hand GST returns to Beancounter?
- Deadlines achieved without the drama
- Stress lifted off your shoulders
- A workflow that actually flows
- Competitive prices you’ll love
With us, GST returns become straightforward, predictable, and hassle-free.
How it works
Outsourcing GST returns to Beancounter is quick and straightforward.
- You provide access to your clients’ GST records.
- We prepare and review the returns.
- You file them with confidence — on time, every time.
It’s that easy.
Frequently asked questions
We manage the complete preparation and review of your clients’ GST returns, ready for you to submit to IRD. This involves precise calculations, reconciliations, and checks — all carried out to your firm’s standards and preferences.
You can provide the information digitally through your existing systems. All work is conducted here in New Zealand, with strict privacy and security protocols — so client data never leaves our shores.
Yes. Our senior NZ-trained accountants tailor their approach to your practice’s style and requirements. The aim is for our work to blend seamlessly with yours, as if prepared by your own team — just without the extra stress.
Because GST deadlines can sneak up, we’re set up to manage peaks and urgent jobs. Our flexible contractor model allows us to scale capacity quickly, ensuring deadlines are met without drama.
We stay current with all IRD updates and requirements, and our processes are adjusted accordingly. You don’t need to worry — your GST returns are always prepared in line with the latest rules.
Both. Many firms work with us throughout the year to keep their workflow steady, while others contact us during busy periods. Either way, our service is adaptable and grows with your needs.
Most firms find outsourcing GST returns with Beancounter is far more cost-effective than using staff time internally — especially when you consider the value of freeing partners and senior accountants for higher-level work.
Only experienced New Zealand accountants handle GST returns for Beancounter.
Very quickly. Once we understand your practice’s workflow and preferences, we can begin preparing GST returns almost immediately — often within a few days.
“The Beancounter GST Return Service is fast, accurate, and completely reliable. For the first time in years, we’re not scrambling — and our clients are happier too. It’s taken a real weight off our practice.”
— Partner, Hawke’s Bay accounting practice