Cloud Business Systems
Helping you to build a better business
in the cloud
Cloud Business Systems
Crowe Horwath has partnered with the
leading cloud accounting providers
in New Zealand to provide our clients
with leading edge integrated cloud
accounting solutions.
the upfront cost of traditional software,
and include regular updates, so you do
not pay for costly upgrades each year.
Service providers such as Xero charge
on a per organisation basis, rather than
per user, so you can include all your
staff, bookkeeper, accountant, banker,
etc on the one subscription fee.
What is cloud accounting?
Accessible
Cloud accounting involves access to
accounting software and data through
an internet browser. The software is
provided on a subscription basis and
the data is stored on a remote server.
This differs from a traditional accounting
system that involves the purchase of
software and installation on either a
workstation or local server.
Access to the cloud accounting
applications and data is controlled
through user login access, as opposed
to the physical location of the data
files. This means that data sharing
is easier and avoids the requirement
to physically move data from one
computer site to another.
Benefits of moving your
business system needs to
the cloud
Cost effective
Cloud accounting products are paid on
a monthly subscription basis, alleviating
Advisory
Because the data is stored in the cloud,
multiple users can access the data at
the same time, regardless of where they
are located. All you need is an internet
connection. As the data is available
online there is no longer the requirement
to transfer files to your accountant at the
end of the year.
Collaborative
With your data accessible online, it is
easier for your accountant to work with
you on improving your business. At any
time your accountant can log in to your
account, view your data and provided it
is kept up to date, give real time advice
about improving your business.
can be processed by the system,
only requiring confirmation from you.
Furthermore, the process for transferring
data from accounting systems to reporting
systems can be simplified and automated,
saving time and money!
Secure
Responsible cloud system providers
place huge importance on security.
Security levels are maintained to a similar
standard to that of internet banking.
With proper controls over account and
password access, cloud accounting can
be just as, or even more secure, than
traditional accounting methods.
Making the switch
Migrating your financial data into a new
system may seem like a daunting task.
We have assisted many clients in moving
their accounting system to the cloud.
Efficient
Our conversion service will move your
existing system onto your preferred
cloud platform, and our training services
will make sure you and your team are
ready to use the new system.
Many cloud accounting products have
built-in time savers, such as automatic
bank feeds. These are set up with your
bank and send transactions straight to
your cloud accounting package each
night. The system learns (and can be
taught) how to code these transactions,
meaning much of the bank transactions
Our cloud accounting packages can
be crafted to meet your specific needs
if the standard packages are not quite
right. Check with your Crowe Horwath
advisor to see if the annual accounting
tax requirements can be included in
your package at a convenient fixed
monthly charge.
Fixed price cloud accounting packages
Packages:
Cloud
Outsource
Cloud Basic
Cloud Assist
Cloud Advice
For confident
users able
to maintain
their own
accounts.
For businesses
that can handle
most of the
administration
themselves,
but would
like some
reassurance
they are on the
right track.
For businesses
looking to make
the most of
their accounting
information
and guidance
from their
Crowe Horwath
advisor.
Businesses
looking to
focus on
building and
improving their
business by
outsourcing
some of their
back office
operations.
Inclusions:
Crowe Horwath also provides the
following add-on services that can be
added to your selected package, or
alternatively on a pay-as-you-go basis.
■■ Annual tax planning
■■ Registered office maintenance
■■ Annual budget workshop
■■ Annual budget preparation
■■ Succession planning
■■ KPI Reporting Systems and
benchmarking
■■ Business plan preparation including
workshop
Implementation/
conversion
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One 3 hour training
session
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Monthly software
subscription
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Monthly/quarterly
activity statement
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advisor to find out how we can assist you.
Quarterly
management report
with analysis
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Quarterly business
improvement
consultation with an
experienced Crowe
Horwath advisor
Tailored
bookkeeping
service
Advisor support
■■ Annual strategic planning workshop
Connect with us:
@CroweHorwath_NZ
Crowe Horwath New Zealand
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About Crowe Horwath
Crowe Horwath in New Zealand is the largest provider of practical accounting, audit, tax and business advice to individuals and
businesses delivering these services from a network of over 20 offices throughout the country.
Crowe Horwath is part of a global accounting network that delivers high quality audit, tax and advisory services in over
100 countries. We are the relationship that you can count on – large enough to offer a range of expertise and skills –
and small enough to provide the personal touch.
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