Rural

Practical accounting and advice for rural businesses and farming families

We help rural businesses navigate seasonal cashflow, tax, succession and investment with advice grounded in real operating conditions.

What you get with Cross Group

Clear information, practical advice and fewer financial surprises.

Seasonal confidence

Forecast cash, tax and debt commitments across the farming cycle.

Clear performance

Reporting that connects operating decisions with financial results.

Long-term planning

Structure succession, ownership and investment decisions carefully.

How we help

Accounting and tax

  • Annual accounts and income tax
  • GST and payroll support
  • Livestock and asset accounting

Reporting and cashflow

  • Seasonal forecasts and budgets
  • Management reporting
  • Bank-ready reporting packs

Succession and growth

  • Ownership and succession planning
  • Land and equipment scenarios
  • Structure and tax planning
Amanda Long
Your rural specialist

Amanda Long

Chartered Accountant

Amanda works with rural businesses and farming families on seasonal reporting, tax planning, succession and the financial decisions that shape long-term resilience.

Phone: +64 3 214 2122Email: amanda.long@crossgroup.co.nz

Frequently asked questions

Can you help clean up our existing records?

Yes. We can review the current position, correct the foundations and create reporting you can rely on.

Can you help with forecasting and planning?

Yes. We build practical forecasts and scenarios around the decisions, timing and risks that matter to you.

Do you work with clients outside Southland and Canterbury?

Yes. We work with clients throughout New Zealand using cloud systems and regular online meetings.

Ready for clearer rural business numbers?

Book a meeting with Amanda and tell us what you need help with.