PAY CHECK - Payroll Specialists

16/03/2026

This is worth a read if you have found yourself behind in payments. Generally the IRD are willing to work with debtors to make a payment plan.

16 March 2026 Inland Revenue (IR) is warning employers that making deductions from an employee’s salary or wages, and not passing them on to IR, is a serious offence that can lead to prison time. IR has issued a Revenue Alert on the failure by some employers to pay PAYE deductions. Revenue Alerts ...

23/02/2026

Check out our latest newsletter about April 1 payroll changes!

The new rates apply to hours worked from 1 April onwards — so yes, that means a split week. Payroll excitement at its finest. You can of course choose to pay the whole period at the new rate (hint hint).

27/01/2026

Just a quick Public Announcement. The next Semester at SIT will start 26th February. Please make sure to register if you are keen, spaces are limited, both online and in class.

This course is such great value.

Any questions please let me know. Kerryn

23/12/2025

That's a wrap!!!

Thanks to all our amazing clients for getting the payroll info in nice and early. In the last week and 2 days out wee team have processed over 1500 pays. That's a lot of mathing!!

We have been overwhelmed by the lovely gifts bought in by many clients....we didn't manage to get through all the chocolate!!

Have a very Merry Christmas all and thank you for your ongoing support.

Catch you in 2026!!

27/11/2025

Are you all over the proposed changes that impact how staff receive and take leave?

I encourage you to have a read of the attached.

25/11/2025

I wrote this article last year, but still very topical heading into the Christmas period and the process of determining annual and public holiday leave entitlements during the closedown period.

What do you think of when you read these two words: flexibility revolution?

17/11/2025

https://www.1news.co.nz/2025/11/17/supreme-court-dismisses-uber-appeal-says-drivers-are-employees/

24/10/2025

Due to the current state of emergency and power outages in Southland, we have limited resources and will be prioritising urgent payroll work to ensure all staff get paid on time.

If your request is non-urgent, we will get to it as soon as possible, but we appreciate your patience.

Thank you to all our wonderful clients who have been so understanding over the last couple of days!

If you need URGENT assistance, please call on 021 180 2255.

Stay safe!

22/10/2025

UPDATE: Due to the weather situation and power outages, we will be prioritising the urgent payroll work today. Any non-urgent queries and work will be actioned at a later time. Thank you for your understanding and keep safe out there!

22/10/2025

Great info here from McIntyre Dick. Thanks Craig. Something to think about heading into Christmas

17/10/2025

This would be a great session for anyone thinking about a career in accounting and its support functions.

We’d like to extend an invitation to any students interested in pursuing accounting (or even just curious about the profession) to an Ask Me Anything night we’re hosting.

Event details:
📅 Date: Wednesday, 22nd of October
🕓 Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm
📍 Location: McIntyre Dick, 160 Spey Street, Invercargill

Schedule:
• 4:00 pm – Welcome and registration
• 4:15 pm – Session underway
• 5:30 pm – Formal close and chance to mingle

This will be a fun and interactive session where you can put your questions directly to both experienced accountants and trainee accountants. Hear first-hand what it’s really like to work in the field, learn about different career pathways, and pick up practical study tips.
Whether they’re wondering about the numbers, the impact people behind the spreadsheets make each day, or the opportunities that come with the career, this is a great chance to find out.

Feel free to share this with anyone who may be interested—we’d love to see you there!

Please RSVP to [email protected] by Monday 20th of October.