The construction sector traditionally follows a boom-and-bust cycle – one minute, the skies are clear and buildings are rising up fast, the next, a chill sets in.

In many professions, employees are the highest performing assets and in the current landscape, replacement is costly and retention is key.

As a member of Baker Tilly International, we're pleased to announce that the global accounting network has been named ‘Network of the Year’ at the recent International Accounting Forum & Awards ceremony in London.

In New Zealand we talk of a country in crisis, whether it be due to weather events, economic headwinds, lack of funding for essential services, increased crime, lack of skilled labour or supply chain constraints. The list goes on and on.  

Global mergers and acquisitions activity is poised to bounce back after 12 months of deal-making doldrums, with experts from Baker Tilly expecting the mid-market to drive the recovery.

Do you have spare cash that you’re contemplating locking into a term investment to generate some interest income?  You should consider the benefits of a PIE Fund, says Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Auckland Business Advisory Services senior manager Sonia Gaskin.

Employers who embrace public or “green” transport, or have felt there were certain FBT imbalances, will be pleased to know a new range of transport is now exempt from FBT.  

Succession is something many business owners don’t consider or talk about other than the thought that they should plan for their departure “at some point”. But it pays to start preparing. . .  

As the New Zealand economy heads into a recession, businesses face a growing number of challenges. Inflation is at a record high, which has a direct impact on costs and the disposable income of consumers.

There has been widespread discussion around a looming recession in New Zealand. After the past few years of covid-related business disruption, an upcoming recession is often the last thing people want to consider.

When Fiona Welten was a schoolgirl, she wanted to become a lawyer or an accountant. A stint as an assistant hairdresser tipped her towards the latter.

Employers will be subject to minimum wage increases from April this year. Baker Tilly Staples Rodway Taranaki HR / People and Culture consultant Toni-Anne McKerrow examines what this means. . .