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MTD for Income Tax: your path to confident compliance

A new era has begun for the UK’s sole traders and landlords. The Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD for IT) mandate has officially come into effect, starting with those that have a... The post MTD for Income Tax:[…]

South African small business tax guide 2026: Key dates & new VAT rules

Managing a small business is a balancing act, and staying on top of SARS requirements is a non-negotiable part of the journey. As we enter the 2026/27 financial year, this guide provides the essential... The post South African small business[…]

Redefining Agri Accounting in NZ | Figured + Diprose Miller

Diprose Miller has spent over a decade building a different kind of relationship with its farming clients—one that goes well beyond year-end compliance. Here's what that looks like, and what it could mean for your farm.

Real-time financial intelligence, wherever you work? Xero and Anthropic just made it possible.

Every day, millions of small business owners are asking the same questions. Why is cash tight this month? Which invoices are overdue? Can I afford to hire? These aren’t complicated questions. But getting reliable... The post Real-time financial intelligence, wherever[…]

The Benefit of Proactive Relationships With Farm Clients | Figured

The farmer-accountant relationship has worked for decades, but today’s climate is a lot more complex than it used to be. In response, a small and growing group of Australian accountants are working very differently—and the results are hard to ignore.

Predicting Australian Livestock Markets | Figured

Market swings, pricing fluctuations, the weather—you can't predict any of it. But what if that didn't matter? Here's why volatility doesn't have to be a barrier to good forward planning in livestock farming.

How to Increase Farm Financial Visibility | Figured

Sick of not knowing what's going on in the farm's finances without hours of data gathering? Let's talk about how continuous visibility is reshaping how Australian farmers and accountants work.

Time to pay up: 5 ways to beat late payments in the UK

With 50% of payments to UK small businesses made late, costing an estimated £1.6 billion each year, at Xero we’ve been campaigning hard to see sweeping changes made to help. Now, the UK government... The post Time to pay up:[…]

Streamline year-end: A new accounts production experience for Xero UK

For UK accounting and bookkeeping practices, year-end often conjures images of fragmented workflows. It means exporting trial balances, re-keying figures into desktop software, and the inevitable hunt for rounding errors. We know that if... The post Streamline year-end: A new[…]

2025 In Focus: A year of delivering innovation

2025 wasn’t just another year of updates, it was a year where MYOB stepped forward for small and medium businesses, and the advisors who support them.

New Zealand Holidays Act reform: What it means

The Holidays Act 2003 has shaped how leave entitlements in New Zealand are calculated and administered. Learn about the Government’s proposed reforms.

Payday Super: Why your payroll platform matters

Payday Super is one of the biggest shifts in the Australian payroll landscape in years. From 1 July 2026, Australian businesses must pay super at the same time as salary and wages. As super... The post Payday Super: Why your[…]

Get Ready for April Payroll Changes

From 1 April 2026 updates to the minimum wage, KiwiSaver contribution rates, and the ACC Earners’ Levy employers should be aware of. The post Get Ready for April Payroll Changes appeared first on Crystal Payroll.

Get ready for the new tax year with Xero Payroll

With another tax year almost wrapped up, are you ready to tackle year-end payroll? We know it can be a bit painful, so we’ve prepared some tips to make the process as smooth as... The post Get ready for the[…]

Accountable Intelligence: The New Standard Shaping the Future of Finance

Talk to almost any small business right now and you’ll hear some version of the same tension. As 81% of small business owners report work is more stressful than in previous years, the last... The post Accountable Intelligence: The New[…]

What CATO’s closure means for small companies with simple tax affairs

The Government’s ‘Company Accounts and Tax Online’ (CATO) filing service allows small companies with the simplest affairs to file their company accounts and corporation tax return simultaneously with Companies House and HMRC. However, if... The post What CATO’s closure means[…]

Xero Integration Pricing Now Live

Xero’s API pricing changes are now live. Learn how the new fee will affect you and what to expect in Crystal Payroll. The post Xero Integration Pricing Now Live appeared first on Crystal Payroll.

Why Traditional Accounting Tools Fail US Farm Clients | Figured

In today’s highly volatile markets, US farmers are struggling to thrive without better, faster advice. But traditional accounting tools aren’t up to the task—agriculture is just too complex. So what are accountants and ag advisors turning to instead?

Forecasts for Cropping Clients: Not As Painful As You Think | Figured

Farmers not including you in multi-million dollar conversations that impact the future of their farm? They might not believe you can handle the kind of scenario modelling they need—but you can. Here’s how.

End of financial year key dates for your business

It’s end of financial year time so that means being aware of the key dates for income tax, GST and payroll. Stay up to date with this handy EOFY schedule.

EOFY for first time business owners

EOFY can be a stressful time especially if you’re in your first year of business. But you don’t have to feel like you’re lost in the wilderness, here’s why.

Key things to get on top of for EOFY

There’s nothing like a bit of EOFY pressure to really get you into gear. Here are five key things to get on top of for your end of financial year.

2026 News & Updates

Crystal Payroll’s first 2026 update: partner awards, server upgrades, Accredited Advisor changes, and important Xero API updates. The post 2026 News & Updates appeared first on Crystal Payroll.

Still using MYOB Exo Payroll? Why NZ small businesses should consider moving to a cloud payroll system

Learn why NZ businesses are moving away from MYOB Exo Employer Services and how cloud payroll solutions like iPayroll make payroll easier, safer, and compliant.

Discovering Value in Connected Data - Findex Case Study | Figured

Read the story of a major New Zealand accounting firm that used the power of connected data and real-time insights to add massive value to their client relationships.

How To Talk To Your Clients About Offshoring | Figured

This Mackay-based agri accounting firm pushed through Australia’s talent shortages using remote and offshore talent. But were they afraid to tell clients about the change? This is how they handled it.

Figured + CooperAitken's Strategic Alliance: Setting The New Benchmark

Figured is proud to announce a partnership with CooperAitken, an advisory firm that's leading the way in delivering progressive solutions for the Waikato agri sector.

Holiday Payroll Guide for 2025

A practical guide to end-of-year payroll, covering advance payments, public holidays, shutdowns, leave periods, and bonuses. The post Holiday Payroll Guide for 2025 appeared first on Crystal Payroll.

Adding Farm Advisory When Your Capacity is Maxed Out | Figured

It’s one thing to plan more advisory services as an agri accounting firm. It’s another thing to find the capacity to handle the client load. Here we look at how to plug that gap—without just ‘hiring more’.

Introducing the Leave Calendar

Our new feature, the Leave Calendar, is live and ready to improve your leave management. Read more to learn how to use this new feature. The post Introducing the Leave Calendar appeared first on Crystal Payroll.

How to ensure payroll compliance when scaling your business

Discover how to manage payroll compliance as your business scales. Learn the risks, challenges, and strategies to keep payroll accurate as your business grows.

Public Holiday Pay for Casual Staff Guide For Employers

A clear guide to public holiday pay for casual employees in NZ, explaining otherwise working days, when payment is required, and how to calculate RDP or ADP. The post Public Holiday Pay for Casual Staff Guide For Employers appeared first[…]