Good Business. Made Better.
Running a growing business or trade is exciting — but juggling invoices, cashflow and tax deadlines can be stressful. At Business Navigators we’re not just accountants, we’re partners with solo tradespeople, small business owners and high‑growth startups across New Zealand. Whether you’re in Nelson, Tasman, Christchurch, Auckland or anywhere in between, we simplify your numbers and help you focus on what you do best. From bookkeeping and Xero support to GST & tax compliance, business planning, coaching and fractional CFO services, you’ll gain clarity, confidence and sharper financial insight — all in plain English.
SERVICES
Our Services at a Glance
Business Planning & Advisory
Good planning drives real results. We help NZ business owners set clear goals, develop smart strategies and turn ideas into action. Our planning sessions produce a practical one‑page plan with 90‑day actions and performance targets, giving you direction, accountability and momentum.
Fractional CFO & Financial Leadership
Get the financial leadership and clarity of a full‑time CFO without the full‑time cost. We act as your trusted finance and business partner, providing cash‑flow insight, forecasting and strategic support to help your business grow with confidence.
Bookkeeping & Xero Support
We keep your accounts clean and current. Our team handles bank and credit‑card reconciliations, invoicing, expenses, payroll and supplier payments, ensuring your books are always accurate. As certified Xero advisors we assist with setup, migration and training, so you can confidently manage your finances in the cloud.
Accounting & Tax Compliance
Stay compliant and in control. We prepare annual accounts, company and individual tax returns; handle GST, PAYE and provisional tax; and liaise with the IRD. We advise on business structures and shareholder planning and explain everything in plain language, so you know exactly where you stand.
Mission
Our Promise
To do the right thing, focus on your outcomes, bring fresh ideas, and keep improving how we serve you. If we ever fall short, tell us—we’ll make it right.
What makes us a good catch?
✅ We speak human, not accountanese
✅ We care deeply about your business journey
✅ We simplify complexity so you can act with clarity
✅ We’re qualified, experienced, and proactive
✅ We meet you where you’re at and help you grow
✅ Our fees are fair, clear, and built around you
TESTIMONIALS
What People Are Saying
“Business Navigators have helped me with my start up business. They helped me with my personal, business tax and general day to day queries about running a company. Business Navigators were great at explaining step by step what was required from me and help steer me in the right direction for my new business to grow.
Lu is very knowledgeable, professional, and always willing to go the extra mile. I found Lu to be very approachable, friendly and always ready to take my call when I needed him. I highly recommend Lu and Business Navigators.”
“Working with Business Navigators has been a great experience for me and my business. They prepared my annual accounts with accuracy and professionalism and explained everything to me in a clear and friendly way. I learned a lot from Lu in the annual accounts review meeting, which gave me insights into my financial performance, expenses, and budgeting. I feel more confident and motivated to grow my business with their support and guidance. I highly recommend their annual accounts service to anyone who wants to have peace of mind and achieve better results.”
“We have been using Lu Khani as our Finance Manager for the past several years. In that time, I have been able to take my hands off doing the accounting work personally and have been able to work with Lu from a management perspective. This has meant that I can focus on the big picture, knowing that he has the finer details and actual data under control.
Lu is very easy to work with and has an ear for truly listening to what we are trying to achieve. Moreover, he quickly understands the requirements and produces the required work in an extremely efficient manner. I’ve always appreciated that he can also reprioritize on the fly when I’ve needed to prioritize urgent work. I would recommend Lu as he is trustworthy, reliable, and highly efficient.”
“Awesome, thanks Lu! You are very good at explaining things without using complicated jargon, and you don’t make me feel like an idiot for not knowing stuff I should know. You just make a note. Very affordable, too. Thanks for telling me about the government funding available. I am looking into it now.”
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Office
14 Bellevue Heights
Nelson 7010
Call Us
+64 (0)20 4184 2643