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Xero Asia Awards 2026: putting your best story forward

Every year, the Xero Asia Awards give us the chance to recognise practices that are redefining what modern accounting looks like. This year’s ceremony will be held in Singapore on 6 August – a... The post Xero Asia Awards 2026:[…]

From curious to confident: how Kiwi business owners are adopting AI

When it comes to AI, small and medium businesses are less interested in some of the more theoretical debates about whether it matters. What they’re grappling with is how and where to use AI safely... The post From curious to confident:[…]

Leverage Xero’s real-time financial intelligence, wherever you work: our Claude integration is here

Just a few weeks ago, we shared our vision for a multi-year partnership with Anthropic. Today, I’m thrilled to share that we are moving from vision to reality with the global rollout of our... The post Leverage Xero’s real-time financial[…]

What Banks Need From Farming Clients: Event Recap | Figured

Farm debt is growing. So is the complexity of the decisions sitting behind it — succession, capital, risk. At a morning session in Dubbo with Central West NSW accounting firms, one message came through clearly: the adviser's role in all[…]

Scaling to 110+ US Farm Clients on Referrals Alone | Figured

Across the US, it isn’t a lack of capability or effort stopping advisory practices from growing. It's structure. JC Ag Financial Services supports over 110 farms across the US — here's what their operational foundation looks like, and what it[…]

Why Cost of Production Moves When Variable Expenses are Flat | Figured

Variable expenses can hold flat for two or three years and still tell an incomplete story. Below the surface, other costs keep moving — and the farms that don't have full visibility are making crop, land, and marketing decisions from[…]

What a Better Farm Budget Looks Like | Figured

Most farm budgets get built for the bank and filed away the moment they're submitted. Here's why that keeps advisory relationships stuck in compliance territory — and what changes when the plan is actually used.

Putting our values in motion: running the London Marathon alongside Stonewall Housing

When you line up at the start of a marathon, you’re not just thinking about 26.2 miles ahead – you’re thinking about who you’re running for. This year I had the privilege of running... The post Putting our values in[…]

Xero Asia Awards 2026: More than a moment on stage

Another year has flown by, and the Xero Asia Awards 2026 are officially here. Applications are now open for you to nominate your firm, and we’d love to see you in the running. Every... The post Xero Asia Awards 2026:[…]

Meet Xero Coaches: Free Onboarding support for your first 90 days

Getting started with accounting software should feel like a turning point for your business, but we know the early days can feel like a high-stakes hurdle while you’re already juggling everything else. Whether it’s... The post Meet Xero Coaches: Free[…]

Growing revenue by 140% with a connected app stack

When Jim Leeves co-founded UK-based accounting firm Shapes in 2023, the vision was clear: deliver accounting, systems implementation, and marketing services – all from one firm. With a six-person team running 15 to 20... The post Growing revenue by 140%[…]

What Farmers Want From Their Agri Adviser | Figured

Most NZ dairy farmers (83%) rate their accountant as "really valuable" when they receive advisory services. Only 23% say the same for compliance alone. The demand is in your client list—it just isn't being asked for.

The NZ Dairy Teams Building a Better Banking Relationship | Figured

For most New Zealand dairy teams, the bank isn't called in much more than the once-a-year annual loan renewal discussion. Neer Enterprises made a different call—and it's changed how fast they can move.

The Real Value of Agri Advisory: Accountability | Figured

Analysis, forecasting, reporting…these are the things which seem like the most valuable aspects of agri advisory. This Kiwi adviser thinks differently.

How to Handle Geopolitical Risks as a NZ Dairy Team | Figured

Conflict in the Middle East is pushing input costs up and adding borrowing pressure across New Zealand. Most farms will absorb it. A growing few won't have to—because they've already built the systems to respond before the shocks arrive.

Launching AI Capabilities in Agri Financial Management | Figured

The world's largest agri-financial management platform is embedding AI into the tools advisers and farmers use every day, with more capability in development.

Small businesses resilient in fuel crisis, but challenges loom

The latest Xero Small Business Insights (XSBI) data reveals a surprising trend: despite the fuel crisis erupting in March, small business sales held firm. But this resilience is fragile; the longer the crisis persists,... The post Small businesses resilient in[…]

Why you’ll want to swing by the Xero stand at Accountex 2026

Accountex London has always been where the future of accounting shows up a little early – and 2026 will be no exception. There’s nothing quite like the energy of catching up with peers, discovering... The post Why you’ll want to[…]

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.

Managing payroll for trades & construction

Learn how NZ construction businesses can manage payroll with variable hours, contractors, and job costing using integrated payroll and time tracking systems.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Accounting firms streamline multi-client payroll

Learn how accounting firms can streamline multi-client payroll, reduce errors, and stay compliant with NZ payroll legislation and how iPayroll can help

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.

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.

The future of payroll technology for larger NZ businesses

Explore the latest payroll trends transforming larger NZ businesses. Discover how new payroll technology is driving compliance, agility, and efficiency.

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.