Take the Stress Out of YourFinances.
Expert bookkeeping for New Zealand trades business owners. We handle the numbers so you can focus on your trade, your team, and your family.
We Get It
You're Good at Your Trade. The Books? That's Another Story.
You got into business to build, create, and grow — not to spend your evenings chasing invoices, stressing about GST deadlines, or trying to figure out why Xero doesn't balance.
You know you should get your bookkeeping in order. There's only one problem: you're too busy managing jobs to focus on it, and you're not sure where to start.
What We Do
Bookkeeping Built for Tradies
Every service is designed around the reality of running a trades business in New Zealand.
Ongoing Bookkeeping
Real-time financial insights, customised systems for invoicing and expense tracking, and clear actionable reports.
GST & Tax Compliance
Timely GST returns, IRD compliance, and year-round support so you never face penalties or missed deadlines.
Xero Setup & Training
Personalised Xero onboarding and training so you confidently manage your books with ease.
Cash Flow Management
Automated invoicing, payment reminders, and debtor management to ensure reliable, predictable cash flow.
Business Growth Support
Regular check-ins, strategic advice, and goal setting to support scaling, investments, and long-term success.
Xero Cleanup
Messy books? We'll sort it out. A one-off cleanup to get your Xero accurate, organised, and ready to go.
The Transformation
What Life Looks Like When the Books Are Sorted
Financial Clarity
Know exactly where your money is going. Real-time reports, accurate cash flow tracking, and clear profit margins.
Time Freedom
No more late nights doing admin. We handle the books so you can focus on your trade and your family.
Stress-Free Compliance
Never worry about IRD deadlines again. Your GST, tax filings, and compliance are always on track.
Self-Led Training
Tradie Financial Foundations
Not ready for a bookkeeper yet? This online course gives you the orientation and confidence to understand your business money and Xero — without becoming an accountant.
Designed for NZ tradies who are tired of feeling behind, confused, or avoidant about their finances.
What Tradies Say
Real Results for Real Tradies
"Kirsty took the stress of tax time completely off my plate. I actually understand my numbers now and I know exactly where my business stands."
"The Xero setup alone was worth every cent. Cash flow is predictable now and I'm not chasing invoices every week. Game changer."
"I was drowning in receipts and behind on GST. Kirsty sorted it all out and now I actually look forward to checking my numbers."
Meet Kirsty
Your Trusted Financial Partner
Hi, I'm Kirsty Nell — a Xero Silver Partner and bookkeeping specialist based in Havelock North, Hawke's Bay. I started Cloud Link Bookkeeping with one clear purpose: to take the financial stress off the shoulders of New Zealand's hardest-working business owners.
I understand the reality of running a trades business. You're on the tools all day, managing your team, delivering for clients — and the last thing you want to do at 9pm is reconcile your accounts. That's where I come in.
More About KirstyReady to Get Your Books Sorted?
Book a free 30-minute consult. No jargon, no pressure — just a straight conversation about your business and how we can help.
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