I work with people who want practical support, clear information, and a trusted advisor who understands the realities behind the numbers.
These services are designed to give you confidence, structure, and a sense of calm around your business.
Accounting & Advisory Services
With my expert guidance, I help you bring clarity and confidence to your decisions through:
Business Advisory & Ongoing Support
Steady, ongoing support for owner‑operators who want clarity, structure, and someone to think things through with.
Includes: monthly or quarterly check‑ins; cashflow planning and forecasting; budgeting and scenario modelling; management reporting in plain English; practical decision support; a steady point of contact when things change.
Agribusiness Advisory & Rural Accounting
Specialist support for rural businesses where work and life are deeply intertwined.
Includes: seasonal cashflow insight; practical, real‑world financial guidance; support with lenders, suppliers, and rural professionals; clear reporting for owners, boards, and industry partners.
Annual Accounts & Tax Returns
Calm, clear compliance for businesses of all sizes.
Includes: annual financial statements; income tax returns; entity‑specific adjustments; clear explanations of what the numbers mean; practical recommendations for the year ahead.
Business Planning & Strategy
Practical planning that helps you set direction and make confident decisions.
Includes: planning sessions; goal setting and prioritisation; cashflow and scenario modelling; KPI development; practical next steps and accountability.
Xero Setup, Training & Ongoing Support
Support to help businesses stay organised and confident.
Includes: New Xero file setup; Chart of accounts tailored to your business; Bank feed setup and reconciliation support; Fixing coding issues and historical errors; Streamlining processes and settings; One-on-one Xero training in plain English; Ongoing support as needed
One-Off Advisory & Business Support
Support for one‑off needs or specific challenges.
Examples: cashflow rescue or short‑term planning; lender reporting; system improvements.
Support Services: GST, Payroll & Bookkeeping
Practical support to keep your business running smoothly alongside your core advisory work — ensuring the day-to-day essentials are handled accurately and on time.
Includes: GST & FBT returns; payroll & PAYE; management reporting; cashflow monitoring; and regular budget updates.
Grounded support for the people who keep our rural communities moving
Pricing Guide
All prices are GST exclusive
Advisory Partnerships & Rural Sector Support
Pricing depends on complexity, reporting needs, and the rhythm that suits your business.
Quarterly advisory: Typically $500 - $1000 per quarter
Monthly advisory: Typically $500 - $850 per month
Biannual advisory: Typically $600 - $1,200 per 6 months
Annual Accounts & Tax
Pricing depends on structure, record-keeping, and complexity.
Individual tax return: $300 - $550
Simple rental: From $950
Sole traders: From $1,200
Companies: From $2,000
Farms/ Rural businesses: From $2,500
Business Planning & Strategy
Ongoing strategic support: quoted based on scope.
Planning session + written plan: $1,200–$2,000
One-Off Advisory & Business Support
Fixed‑fee projects: quoted once scope is clear.
Xero Setup, Training & Ongoing Support
Pricing depends on complexity, and the requirements of your business.
Xero setup: From $450
Xero tidy‑up: From $300
Xero training: $160/hr
Support Services: GST, Payroll & Bookkeeping
GST returns: From $300 per return.
FBT returns: Pricing depends on complexity and the benefits provided
Payroll: Pricing depends on frequency, number of employees, and record-keeping
PAYE: From $200/month.
Management reporting packs: From $250/month
Cashflow monitoring: From $150/month
Budget refresh: From $300
Who I Work With
Owner-operators, small to medium businesses, and people who value honesty, clarity, and a steady, practical approach. Whether you’re in a service business, trade, professional role, or rural industry, you’ll find grounded, supportive advisory here.
Let’s talk about how I can help you and your business
Ready to talk things through? Contact Steady Path Advisory or book a relaxed discovery call to explore what you need and how we can help.
Partners
Let's Connect
Merryn Telfer
hello@steadypath.co.nz
027 385 6492
Cambridge, NZ
