What I like most about Astill Hawke & Associates is that they are approachable and very easy to communicate with. They understand our business issues and promptly reply to any queries.
The specific benefits that I've received from being a client of Astill Hawke & Associates Ltd include hassle free dealing with yearly financial accounts - I don't get "panicked" when they require answers to queries. Our IRD issues are sorted promptly and monthly bank account processing is taken care of and emailed to us.
I would recommend the services of Astill Hawke & Associates Ltd because they are a small and friendly team. They put you at ease when discussing your account issues and they regularly email you with seminars which may be helpful to certain businesses.
Diane Fortune
Fortune Properties
Bucklands Beach
What I like most about Astill Hawke & Associates is being able to pick up the phone and talk to Kirsten when I need to. In a time when email seems to be the way to communicate it feels like a luxury to have someone who so readily answers the phone and my questions. Working with Astill Hawke does not feel like I've outsourced my accounting, more that they are are internal department based in another location and for a small business owner this is important.
I have worked with Astill Hawke for 10 years now and would happily recommend them to other business owners. They make what can be an intimidating task (tax) easily manageable and for a business owner this is a huge weight off my shoulders.
Danny Beh
Danny Beh Recruitment Ltd
I find that Astill Hawke & Associates are very quick and helpful in their response to any request. The Inland Revenue requirements and tax terms are sometimes very hard to understand and Astill Hawke explain very clearly all the everyday aspects of accounting that I find daunting.
Astill Hawke & Associates are very good at keeping me informed on what's due and what to expect and when to pay, so I certainly don't have any problems with Inland Revenue. I feel confident that they have my best interest at heart, I also don't feel like a number or just a client with Astill Hawke, I feel like a friend.
I believe that my business has been so much more profitable with Astill Hawke handling my accounts. I feel confident that all has been done and the best advise is being given constantly. No question is silly to them! They are very happy to explain everything in a language I can understand and that's important to me.
Chrissy Hutching
Brayco Stainless NZ Ltd
East Tamaki
A few years ago, I needed to engage an accountant for the first time in my life. Kirsten was recommended by a friend. Went for a quick chat and was put at ease by her ability to talk straight and address my concerns.
Every time I phoned with a question nothing seemed to be a problem eg I had a cheque go missing from the IRD and Astill Hawke came to my rescue … try that yourself!
I believe their rates are very competitive and I would not hesitate recommending them.
Mark Winters
Maraetai
Auckland
We have been a client of Astill Hawke for over ten years and have enjoyed a good working relationship with both Barbara Astill and Kirsten Hawke.
Both Kirsten and Barbara have provided us with sound and professional advice. We have always found them to be very approachable, obliging and to provide us with sound, no nonsense direction in our day to day business activities.
David Watt
Supreme Construction – Platinum Homes (NZ) Ltd
Botany
Auckland
Astill Hawke and Associates has assisted myself and my husband in setting up 3 businesses, a rental property and advice on other various investments.
We have found their advice to be sound and informative, while still respecting and supporting our wishes.
Their wealth of information, at times based on their own experiences has proven invaluable to our success and I would have no hesitation in recommending their services.
Lisa Linn
Pakuranga
Auckland
We are a non-profit charitable trust that provides Out of School Care for children with special needs.
Astill Hawke were our Accountants for 4 years and over this time they provided us with invaluable assistance in preparing our fortnightly wages and monthly accounts. Kirsten, and all the other staff, have always responded to all our requests without any hesitation and provided us with professional and outstandingly friendly service every time.
Suzanne Brotherton
Lifeboyz Trust
Pakuranga
Auckland
Our company, Pallet Packaging Ltd, has been associated with Astill Hawke since starting our business in 1986.
They have played a major role in our success as a reputable, well established company. We have developed a friendly and trusting relationship, and will continue to do so.
We also have used them in a mediator and mentor role, with always a satisfactory outcome. Our company has been privileged to have the truly professional and personal services of Astill Hawke Chartered Accountants.
Peter Corlett
Pallet Packaging Ltd
Pakuranga
Auckland
The Seminar Series at Astill Hawke & Associates is essential to any business.
Essential advise was effectively communicated along with tips needed to establish better debtor management.
Immediate benefit is achieved for our IT Business in relation to setting new mechanisms and redefining existing terms, which ultimately help improve cash flow.
Billy Hania
Bloody Computers Ltd
Auckland
I like the really friendly staff at Astill Hawke & Associates and how they always return my call within a short period of time. They have set me up on Xero (which is almost sexy)
I know where we are going with our money, and where it goes. I appreciate how I can ask a silly question and be treated with respect.
I highly recommend Astill Hawke & Associates Ltd
Allison Glover
Spark-Rite Electrical Services Ltd
Pakuranga
We have been very fortunate and blessed to have had the services of Astill Hawke & Associates, we would like to sincerely thank, Kirsten Hawke and the wonderful team for there work and support of our business. They are always readily available for any advise or questions, friendly and would go out of there way to help at any time. This is what you would call "going the extra mile for your clients". We would highly recommend Kirsten and the team to anyone whom would need the services of an accountant. They are not just any accounting firm but a real special one that are overall, honest, friendly, and importantly caring every time all the time.
Thanks again guys for everything !
The team at Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors & Mortuary Embalmers Limited
We really appreciate the friendly and efficient service that we receive constantly from you and your team. Many thanks.
Jenny and Robert Gordon
Tauranga
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