As Benjamin Franklin says: "An investment in knowledge pays the best interest". 

Which leads us to our knowledge base!

We have developed this knowledge base as a source of knowledge on all things bookkeeping to provide information to not only people looking to enter a career as a Bookkeeper, but also those looking to engage a bookkeeper.

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In this section you will find:

  • Become an ICNZB Certified Bookkeeper Guides | This series is designed to provide you with a guide to become a Certified Bookkeeper following best practice, and standards set by ICNZB.  Download the guides here >
  • Glossary of bookkeeping terms | To help provide an understand of what services a Bookkeeper can provide, we have developed a glossary of common services.  Check them out here >
  • History of bookkeeping | A timeline of bookkeeping and accounting New Zealand for our history buffs.  Check it out here >
  • Learn bookkeeping skills | Are you looking to learn bookkeeping skills?  We have compiled a variety of information to help you find the course right for you.  Check it out here >
  • Registered Bookkeeper with IR | After many years lobbying for more recognition at IR for Bookkeepers, we we pleased to successfully achieve a Registered Bookkeeper status with IR.  Here you can find out about the process and requirements for applying.  Check them out here >

Where there are events of national significance, a central repository will be created to collate information on the event:

  • National State of Emergency 2023 | Information on the State of Emergency declared following Cyclone Gabrielle and the severe flooding in 2023.  Find it here >

If you are unable to find what you are looking for in our knowledge base, get in touch below!

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We were born out of a shared vision to provide a strong platform for the bookkeeping profession in New Zealand.

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The Executive Committee is made up of elected members who have been voted in by the membership at an Annual General Meeting.

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On 29 June 2022, ICNZB became the 4th organisation in New Zealand to be granted Approved Advisor Group status with Inland Revenue.

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