Practising in New Zealand
Content Summary
If you are already working in public practice in New Zealand, these resources will guide you as you establish your own practice. Be clear about what you want your firm to achieve and be aware of how an operating structure is affected by regulations.
Learn about the pathways to public practice in New Zealand
Licence and registration requirements
Business planning
The New Zealand Government provides public practitioners with access to a free business plan template and a SWOT tool, to strategise firm structures and plan for the future.
Member resources
These resources and tools are available to CPA members only.
Resources for setting up your own practice
We have a range of information, tools and guides to help you set up a public practice.
Firm structures
Choosing the right structure for your firm can be a complex process
- Business management
- Practice management
Professional indemnity insurance
This insurance is mandatory for members offering public, honorary or private accounting services
- Public practice
- Practice management
Client engagement and relationships
Guidance for public practitioners to assist you with establishing a good client relationship
- Public practice
- Practice management
Auditor registration
Licensing requirements and regulations for auditors
- Audit
Auditor's Independence Guide
Find a CPA in New Zealand
Recognised Employer Partners
Training and events
Resources for public practitioners in New Zealand
Anti-money laundering
Financial Markets Authority (FMA)
Get your public practice certificate
Find out more about what you need to do, and apply online for a CPA Australia New Zealand public practice or limited public practice certificate.