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Step Ahead Accounting
An Online Boutique Accounting firm based in Dunedin servicing New Zealand Business Owners and Investors.
Our Difference
Best Results
10 years of delivering technical expertise and optimised tax planning
Service Focused
Big firm capability with small firm personality, always aiming to exceed expectations.
Nationwide
Based in Dunedin, our modern process allows us to service all of New Zealand
Cost-Effective
A budget-friendly firm that saves time and eliminates stress
Managing Director Stephen Ryan being interviewed by Xero for "The Tune-Up" - November 2021.
Industry Leader
Step Ahead Accounting is one of New Zealand’s most respected and technically advanced accounting firms.
Our team has delivered seminars at national accounting conferences, been featured at international conventions, hosted high-impact webinars, and lectured at Universities. We are trusted not just by clients - but by peers, academics, and regulators.
Most notably, Step Ahead Accounting represented the taxpayer in the landmark case behind Inland Revenue Technical Decision Summary 24/24 (published in the Tax Information Bulletin, February 2025) - a ruling that reshaped the technical interpretation of complex area of tax law.
When businesses and investors need clarity on complex tax matters - they come to us.
Who We Work With
General Public
As a boutique firm, we cannot be all things to all people.
We are duty-bound to provide the high level of care and expertise that you expect from a Chartered Accounting Firm, as such, we are laser focused on a small section of the market and are continuously striving to deliver the best possible accounting experience for our niche.
We specialise in 3 areas:
Small and Medium Businesses
FIF and Property Investments
Public Benefit Entities with expenses between $50k - $5m
Law Firms
We are industry experts in accounting for Estates.
Beneficiaries want the admin done quickly so they can focus on moving forward with their lives.
From an accounting point of view, the vast majority of estates are simple and straightforward, so you shouldn't have to put up with high costs and slow turnaround times.
We've invested in systems to streamline the process to the point where we boast unbeatable value for money and turnaround times.
Managing Director Stephen Ryan presenting the Accountant's Report at the AGM of Te Rangitāne o Wairau - January 2023
What Our Clients Say
Steve gives advice that is really helpful, answers any questions I have and makes great suggestions. He rocks - highly recommend!
Paula - Architectural Designer
I would suggest Step Ahead Accounting is not your "average" Accountant type dude. He's friendly, outgoing, vivacious and aims to please - and does so with efficiency and an excellent turnaround time. He offers advice for future options to make your life, and his, easier going forward. Can't recommend enough.
Greg - Treasurer of an Incorporated Society
Stephen is a very knowledgeable accountant, we have found him incredibly proactive with great insights into our businesses.
Tansy - Digital Media
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Get In Touch
We're here to help you succeed, so reach out today!
info@stepaheadaccounting.co.nz
027 759 8076
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