Welcome to Lyttelsoft, where numbers meet their match! Our team is a lively trio: two accountants who are not only brilliant but also fantastic at breaking down tax jargon into plain English, and a super-efficient bookkeeper who keeps everything running smoothly for our clients. We’re like a well-oiled machine, but way more fun!
We’re members of the Institute of Certified NZ Bookkeepers, the New Zealand Payroll Practitioners Association, and the Accountants and Tax Agents of New Zealand. Staying on top of tax compliance is our jam, and we even have a good relationship with our Inland Revenue community compliance officer.
We pride ourselves in getting to know our clients and their business, and this enables us to form valued partnerships with all our clients. We understand that each business is unique and requires varying levels of assistance, be it bookkeeping services, annual tax returns or just general queries around tax compliance.
So, if you’re looking for a team that combines expertise with a dash of personality, look no further. Let’s make your financial life a whole lot easier and a lot more enjoyable!
About us
We are a team of number crunchers that enjoy making use of clever software. We are enthusiastic and passionate about accounts. Although at this stage, you may be thinking, “how exciting can accounts be?”; but for us we thrive on being a little nerdy. Don’t get us wrong, we know how to have fun too.
Meet the team
Penny Mercer
Meet Penny a self-taught accounting expert who’s redefining what it means to be a numbers aficionado. With a natural talent for accounting and a dedication to excellence, Penny provides insightful advisory services that help businesses maintain precise and accurate financial records.
But Penny isn’t stopping there. With aspirations of becoming a forensic accountant, she’s on a quest to dive deep into the details, untangling financial complexities and ensuring every number is a true and fair representation of your financial position. Her keen eye for discrepancies and analytical skills makes her the go-to person for those who need more than just routine annual reports produced.
Whether you need expert advice on taxation, financial reporting, or dream of uncovering hidden insights into your business, Penny is your trusted advisor. Combining self-taught competency with a future-focused vision, she’s here to ensure your accounting is not just accurate but also thoroughly insightful.
Carly Coxon
With over 4 years of experience in the world of bookkeeping, Carly is a passionate expert who genuinely loves all things numerical. With a deep passion for numbers and a meticulous eye for detail, Carly has dedicated her bookkeeping career to helping businesses thrive through accurate and efficient bookkeeping.
As a self-proclaimed numbers nerd, Carly takes great joy in assisting business owners with their day-to-day accounts, offering meticulous attention to detail and organizational prowess.
Committed to making bookkeeping a seamless and stress-free experience, Carly’s enthusiasm and expertise help streamline accounting tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best—running your business.
Heather Lister
Introducing Heather, a fresh face in the accounting world with a bright future ahead. As a junior accountant, Heather is diving into the industry with enthusiasm and a keen eye for detail, eager to build a solid foundation in accounting practices.
Currently pursuing an accounting degree, Heather is dedicated to mastering the skills needed to excel in the field. Her ambition doesn’t stop there— she’s set on becoming a chartered accountant, aiming to bring expert-level proficiency and strategic insight to their future role.
With a passion for numbers and a drive to learn, Heather is committed to delivering reliable and accurate accounting support while laying the groundwork for a successful career. Whether you need assistance with day-to-day accounting tasks or expect reliable financial reports, Heather is ready to contribute and grow in the dynamic world of accounting.
Bookkeeping services
We have a wide and varied range of services, please see below for some of the main ones. We also offer customised services depending on what your needs are, so if you can’t see it below, just ask and we will see if we can help you out.
Bookkeeping service
Backed by a wealth of experience, we can take care of your bookkeeping needs for small to medium sized New Zealand businesses. We partner with major accounting software solutions like Xero and MYOB to ensure our clients records are accurate. Our clients choose us essentially for peace of mind. By using online accounting solutions, our clients enjoy the benefits of up to date accounts; which frees up valuable time to work on your business rather than in it.
We offer the following bookkeeping services:
Cash book management
Accounts receivable and Accounts payable processing
Inventory & Job Tracking
Debt Collection
GST Returns
Management Reporting
Client Resources
Tax Facts
Entertainment
We often get asked the rules around entertainment expenditure. Simply put, entertainment expenses are limited to a 50% deduction if it falls within the following:
Food & Beverages consumed. For example
business lunches
alcohol and food provided in a corporate box
social function on or away from company’s premises
shout functions on or away from company’s premises
gifts of food & beverages given to clients
supporting expenses in providing entertainment, like music or waiting staff
We provide a range of accounting services for individuals, partnerships, companies and trusts. We will assist you to fulfill your tax obligations and make the process as simple as possible.
This can include wages reconciliation, GST reconciliation, FBT returns, Annual Financial Statements and Taxation Returns, along with meeting all financial reporting standards and disclosures if you are a company.
Our compliance work includes:
Preparation of annual financial statements
Tax advice
Company administration
Business development advice
We also offer business development advice. We pride ourselves in getting to know our clients and regularly meet with our clients to help them grow successfully by offering advice throughout their journey. This included helping with cash flow forecasting and putting good budgets in place. Then providing valuable feedback.
