Accounting & Financial Controller Services for Christchurch Businesses

The Overhead Burden

You are wasting hours manually tracking things that should happen automatically. It's heavy, slow, and expensive. Our accounting services in Christchurch can automate these processes, freeing up your time to focus on growth.

The "Organically Grown" Mess

Systems cobbled together over time. Staff stuck in workarounds that waste hours. Nothing talks to anything else, and you're trapped fixing errors. Alpine Data's financial controller services can help NZ businesses simplify their financial operations and improve efficiency.

The Board Meeting Dread

You walk into meetings hoping no one asks a hard financial question. You want to walk in knowing exactly where you've been and where you're headed. Our financial management services in Christchurch can provide you with accurate and up-to-date financial information, giving you confidence in your decision-making.

Sandra

Best fit: Christchurch businesses with $2M-$30M annual turnover looking for hands-on intermitent, daily, or weekly financial support from Alpine Data.

Two Hats, One Goal

"I wear two hats: Accountant and Financial Controller. As your accountant, I look backward, making sure invoices, banking, and records are accurate and processed quickly. As your financial controller, I look forward, monitoring the health of your business, spotting risks, and identifying opportunities for growth."

Daily operational support when you need it, with professional oversight that protects your business

Beyond the Numbers

I work alongside business owners to sort out the day-to-day, cleaning up systems, improving processes, and providing real financial clarity. I'm not here to be your year-end accountant. Instead, I get your finances in order and then hand them off to your accounting firm for final accounts and tax.

My goal is simple: You walk into every meeting knowing exactly where your numbers are

My experience across various commercial businesses, councils, government organisations, and the Audit Office gives me the range of skills needed to handle whatever complexity you're facing. Get in touch to see how we can help your business.

Do you provide accounting services in Rolleston and the wider Selwyn district?

Yes. While many of our clients are based in Christchurch CBD, we provide hands-on accounting and financial controller support specifically for the growing business communities in Rolleston, Lincoln, Darfield, and West Melton. We can meet at your premises or a local Selwyn cafe to discuss your requirements.

What is the difference between a year-end accountant and a Financial Controller?

Most small business accountants in Christchurch focus on "backward-looking" data - tax returns and annual compliance. As a Financial Controller, Alpine Data works "forward-looking" within your business daily or weekly. We fix messy systems, manage cash flow, and ensure your accounts are board-ready before they ever reach your tax accountant.

Can you help me move my business to Xero or MYOB?

Absolutely. However, Xero does not suit everyone, as larger businesses often need far more flexibility. It is often well suited to very small businesses. The best outcome is to identify the right software for your business needs and make sure it's set up correctly.

I'm a tradie/small business owner in Canterbury; am I too small for a Financial Controller?

We typically partner with businesses in the $2M-$30M turnover range. However, if you are a growing small business in Christchurch or Selwyn and your accounts are currently a "messy mess" that prevents you from scaling, our 15-minute interview can determine if a short-term "clean-up" project is right for you.

Do I have to sign a long-term contract?

No. We believe in providing value through results. Our goal is to streamline your financial operations so they run like a well-oiled machine. Whether you need ongoing weekly support or a one-off project to fix your broken systems, we tailor our approach to your business needs.

How do we get started?

We start with a free 15-minute interview. This isn't a sales pitch; it's a practical conversation to see if our expertise matches your business challenges. We can meet via Zoom, Teams, or in person in the Christchurch/Selwyn region.

What's the difference between Board Advisory Services and regular Financial Controller services?

Board Advisory Services provide strategic, high-level financial oversight for company direction and governance decisions. This is typically periodic (monthly/quarterly) advisory at the board level. Financial Controller services are hands-on, day-to-day or weekly operational support. Many businesses use both - board advisory for strategy and financial controller for execution.

Do you work with our existing accountant or replace them?

We complement your existing accountant, not replace them. Our role is to get your daily financial operations in order and provide board-ready reports. We then hand off to your year-end accountant for tax compliance and annual reporting. This collaborative approach ensures you get both operational support and compliance expertise.

How are your services priced?

Pricing is tailored to your specific needs and determined during our initial consultation. We consider factors like the complexity of your financial systems, the value we can provide, duration of engagement, and effort required. Rather than fixed rates, we discuss fair investment based on the outcomes and improvements we'll deliver for your business.

What industries do you have experience with?

My experience spans various commercial businesses, councils, government organisations, and the Audit Office. This diverse background gives me the range of skills needed to handle different business models and regulatory environments. I'm particularly experienced with service businesses, manufacturing, retail, and professional services in the $2M-$30M turnover range.

Can you help us prepare for due diligence or business sale?

Absolutely. Having clean, board-ready financial systems is crucial for due diligence. We can help organize your financial records, create professional reporting packages, and ensure your financial story is compelling for potential buyers or investors. This is often a project-based engagement focused on getting your financial house in order.