Guides

Guides for New Zealand accountants

Deadlines and checklists for getting every client's documents in on time. Every date is worked out by the same rules our product uses.

GST · 4 min read

GST due dates in New Zealand for 2026 and 2027

When GST returns and payments are due in New Zealand: the 28th rule, the 15 January and 7 May exceptions, and every due date for periods ending March 2026 to October 2027.

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Payroll · 4 min read

PAYE and payday filing deadlines in New Zealand

Payday filing within two working days and PAYE by the 20th of the following month, with every PAYE payment date from April 2026 to November 2027.

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Checklist · 3 min read

The client document checklist for a GST return

What to ask clients for before every GST return: bank statements, sales and purchases, cash takings, vehicle logbooks, payroll and answers to your questions.

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