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Why Embracing AI is Your Next Big Move - Insights from our conference

4
September
2024

Ever wondered how AI could change your work life or personal routine? Well, it’s not just about sci-fi anymore. AI is making waves in our daily lives, and now’s the perfect time to get in on the action. Recently, we attended the ICNZB conference where Richard Snell from Aider shared some eye-opening insights about AI. His message? Dive into AI now and start experimenting. Curious about how AI could transform things for you? Let’s break it down.

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Working from Home

21
June
2024

In our latest blog, one of our Client Managers, Bernadette Sands, shares an inside look into how she balances working from home. We all know at times these lines are easily blurred.

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Your expenses. Can I claim this?

3
April
2024

This is a question we get asked a lot! Working out what can and can’t be claimed as a business expense can be confusing, more so if you have a home office or use part of your home for business.

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The future is here - are you Cyber-Safe?

13
December
2023

Cybersecurity continues to be a hot topic for any business. We are living in a digital age where private information is being captured and inputted online by businesses, customers, employees, and patients. And whilst Artificial Intelligence has contributed largely towards the ability to evaluate and prioritize the risks of different threats, it has also made the lives of cyber criminals easier by simplifying some of the work required to create and run scams and breaches.

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Growing in a recession

12
September
2023

Most businesses are always looking to grow and in good times that can sometimes come easy, however if you have noticed, now is not one of those good times!  So how do you grow in a recession?  Take a look at our latest blog, it might give you some ideas...

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A short history of bookkeeping

1
March
2023

In this month’s blog we take a look back in time to the birth of bookkeeping. The word bookkeeping itself is very old fashioned but just because it is old doesn’t make it irrelevant! Just look at the last couple of US Presidents! (OK, BAD example!) But seriously when we are looking for a new bookkeeper for the team we want to know they understand double entry bookkeeping, NOT Xero or MYOB. We can teach them that…

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Getting the job done right in a tight labour market

6
December
2022

It appears that the labour shortages might be with us for some time because it’s not just an isolated problem here in NZ but a worldwide one. The blog talks about the sort of tasks that can be outsourced, why you might consider it, and what to look for in providers.

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When we moved our previous accounting & inventory system to Xero/Cin7 we approached The Back Office Company & they took control of the entire process. We are absolutely delighted with the new system & ongoing support we get from them.

Richard Binns
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RWB Communications Ltd

Michelle & The Back Office Company have been doing our books for over 5 years & are a great addition to our team. Her attention to detail, easy going nature & go getter attitude has made life easier for everyone.

Phil Hall
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Hall Electrical Services Limited

As a CA firm we refer many clients to The Back Office Company. The work they do & level of customer care they provide is highly valued by clients.  We have confidence they will go the extra mile.

Glen
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WBB

Having The Back Office Company as our bookkeeping company is gold; I don’t have to think about accounts being paid, invoicing, IRD payments or payroll. TBO takes care of it all accurately and timely.

Pip
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Recruitment Company owner