Accounting services.The challenge of complicated tax laws, new reporting standards for charities, and other compliance issues means a level of financial expertise is required. That’s where CATAS comes in.
We make maintaining and preparing financial records for your church or church-related trust easy, because we do all the hard work for you. |
Tailored accounting servicesOur services can be tailored to meet the unique requirements of your church or church-related trust.
Our services include:
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Partnering with your charityEvery church and church-related trust is unique and has different needs and requirements. They also have staff or volunteers with a range of skills.
By using our specialist knowledge and expertise in charity accounting and reporting, we partner with your charity and its people to support, assist and take on the compliance burden. CATAS has 4 dedicated accounting team members located around New Zealand, who have the experience and knowledge to provide accurate accounting advice and assistance, ensuring your accounts are fully compliant with the latest reporting standards and IRD requirements. |
Xero softwareCATAS uses Xero accounting software. Xero is an online system that requires no installation on a computer and can be accessed from anywhere that has internet access.
As a Xero Gold Partner, we have the ability to provide a range of Xero subscriptions at discounted prices. We can setup a Xero system for you so it is up and running ready to use. We can also provide initial training for your staff and ongoing support. 
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Payment optionsOur accounting services are charged either by:
A fixed monthly charge is an increasingly popular option chosen by our clients. This charge is guaranteed for 12 months and allows your charity to have a clear and fixed cost for the year and spreads the payments out over 12 months, rather than an annual invoice. Click here to contact CATAS for more information and to receive a no obligation quote. |
New reporting standards
All registered charities must complete annual reporting to Charities Services which includes filling out an Annual Return and attaching financial statements. Until recently there have been no minimum standards on the content or the quality of the financial statements. However the latest reporting standards (which came into effect on 1 April 2015), require registered charities to prepare financial statements (Performance Reports), in line with these standards.
Although the reports for Charities that come under Tiers 3 and 4 are called ‘Simple Format Reporting’ the standards that must be followed are technical and lengthly documents. The CATAS accountants are trained in the preparation of Annual Performance Reports that comply with the latest standards. If your charity needs help to comply, we can turn your accounting records into the required Performance Report.
Although the reports for Charities that come under Tiers 3 and 4 are called ‘Simple Format Reporting’ the standards that must be followed are technical and lengthly documents. The CATAS accountants are trained in the preparation of Annual Performance Reports that comply with the latest standards. If your charity needs help to comply, we can turn your accounting records into the required Performance Report.