Testimonials
“I have been with Ake Accounting since 2020. Ake do my personal accounts plus the accounts of four separate entities that I am or have been involved with. All of these entities are Māori organisations with complex needs that require specialist accounting care. Ake have been easy to work with, prompt with their responses and clear with their communication. I highly recommend them to all of my friends and family looking for a great accountant and someone who they can trust.”
— Kylie Smallman, General Manager, Ngāti Pūkenga Investments, Ngā Hua o Ngāti Pūkenga, Co-chair, Te Rūnanga o Ngāti Pūkenga ki Tauranga Trust
“Matt and the team at Ake have provided me with outstanding support ever since moving back from the UK and starting a new business here in NZ. Their professionalism and attention to detail are what impress the most. Can't recommend them enough.”
— Bobby Mules, BM Networks
“We came into our Business Planning session not knowing what to expect or what the outcome might be. We left feeling more secure with ourselves personally and as a business. The session gave us valuable clarity on our business goals, a new vision for our company, and provided ideas on how to better structure our business, our work-family ratio, and our team. What we liked most was that it helped us remember our “why” - why we do this. Thank you Ake and Tania-Rose.”
— Jasmin & Patea, Maniapoto Fencing Limited
“Private consulting has been a whole new world for us. Ake made the time to understand us: who we are as people; our financial goals; and our immediate needs. We wanted a team that understand and appreciate Māori and non-Māori worlds. We found them at Ake. He mihi mutunga kore ki a rātou.”
— Alex & Riria Hotere-Barnes
“I have been a client of Ake Accountants since 2019 and their support over the years has been extremely valuable. They have helped me mature within business and have guided me through decisions and making necessary pivots. The last 12 months has been challenging for business but working closely with Matt on a 1:1 basis has been a lifesaver. Thank you to the Ake whanau for the manaaki and tautoko, truly grateful.”
— Raniera Rewiri
“Great advice from both Briton and Matthew. They complement each other and have true balance of both business acumen and personal relations. They know what is important to a Māori-owned and operated business, which makes them very congenial, unique and relatable.”
— Liliana Clarke, Te Kereru Associates Limited
“Both Matthew and Briton are great advisers that genuinely care for your business and its growth. Business Planning with Ake helps you recognise the future you want for your business, and draws the path to get there. I like that Ake account for your personal goals as well as your business goals.”
— Sian Dunster, Kiwiaz Trailers & General Engineering
Matt helped open our eyes to what we need to be investing in for our future/retirement instead of working day-to-day. The key value was putting our goals on paper and having accountability (for those). The whole session was great and the Zoom call was awesome, as we felt comfortable in our own home.”
— Sharon and Wyllie, Even Flow Earthworks Ltd
“Ake’s Business Planning provided me with a firm direction, smart goals and the courage to step out and believe in myself. It gives you a clear understanding of the scope of your company, where it needs to go and how it's going to get there. I believe these planning sessions need to be readily available to every start up or small business.”
— Jasmine Hayward, Soul Foods
We are fully satisfied with Matthew and the Ake team and fully recommend their services. We now understand the importance of consistent meetings and future planning/ mentoring to create a sustainable wealth management environment.
- R J Conroy Ltd