Client Testimonials

The Bike Station

Michael has been working with The Bike Station Nelson as a Virtual CFO since 2019. In this video, Brendon Mathews talks about the broader role of an accountant as a trusted strategic advisor in the business, and the importance of having robust management reporting processes to provide timely and accurate financial information.

Moana NZ SUP

Toby Wild from Moana NZ SUP talks about his experience working with Michael and Rachel as trusted advisors. In the middle of a pandemic, Moana NZ SUP had the confidence to go against the grain and set up a retail store. This was a big step up for the business and a major milestone for Toby and Bridget.

Haven Motors

Mike Smith of Haven Motors Nelson, talks about the value that Michael, Nathan and the team bring to the business.

Manoli Aerakis (Business Coach) with client Jo Neale from Homes by Orange

Finally, people who speak my language — not just numbers! My mentor helped me to make a plan, increase my profits and future-proof my business. He even helped me become a 50% stakeholder.


Jo Neale | Homes by Orange

Nicki and Brad from the Grape Escape talk about their experience working with Go Accounting

“Go Accounting is a core member of our team, standing with us through the bad times and the good. With their help, we’ve looked uncertainty in the eye, smashed our goals and continued to grow.”


Nicki and Brad Deane | The Grape Escape

Testimonials from our clients

  • Squarekicker

    Nick & Hannah Ippolito

    “They have helped walk us through the steps of starting up and scaling SquareKicker, with business coaching and accounting that have enabled us to better understand the financial pillars of our company for ourselves.“

  • Keetrax

    Mike & Danielle Martel

    “We get business coaching from Manoli. I cannot recommend it enough. He helps us define and refine our business goals and offers invaluable insights. A "Smarter, Better Business" is exactly what we have now!

  • Bluff Station

    Hamish Murray

    Manoli provides external strategic thinking challenging us to keep moving forward. He has made a great connection with all involved in our business and understands our family, goals, direction is supporting us to get there faster!

  • Todd Starr Marketing

    Todd Starr

    “Michael and the team have done us proud with multiple businesses over the last 6 years. We would absolutely recommend them to any business looking for a proactive, organized, efficient accounting function to take there company to another level.“

  • ROV NZ

    Paul Hughson

    “Michael has been great at providing pro-active advice that has genuinely added value to our business. They are much more than just accountants, they are our trusted advisors.”

  • BlueBerry IT

    Richard Butler

    We've been working with Manoli and the team since their inception and could not speak highly enough of them. Prompt responses, excellent advice, and good coffee. What more could you need? Highly recommended.

  • RMA Financial | General

    Chris Black

    “From our initial meeting we knew they were going to be an excellent fit for our business and in such a short time frame they have exceeded our expectations with everything they have done.”

  • RMA Financial | Life

    Jamie Norton

    Michael, Nathan and their team have been influential in growing my business.

    They have always been quick to respond to questions and take the hassle out of Accountancy.

  • The Bike Station

    Brendon & Rochelle Mathews

    “These guys are outstanding! Michael has gone out of his way to understand our business from the ground up, which at times has been a challenge! Their advice and planning has been instrumental in the success we are seeing today.”

  • Premier Insulation Tasman

    Tim & Jackie Fell

    “Michael has obviously put a lot of his time and effort into getting to know "our" business. Being a start up business, his input is crucial in making the decisions we need to make and Tim and I can make them with confidence..“

  • Link Business Brokers

    Stu Allan

    “I've got two trusts, three companies, working as business consultants and business brokers. Michael, Nathan and their demonstrate day in day out what I've been looking for, for many years, outstanding in every respect.”

  • Mainland Extinguishers

    Mike & Michelle Wells

    “Their advice has been very valuable. Our business has grown from strength to strength. We have put new systems in place and grown considerably. We would recommend them to any business wanting to grow and get results.”

  • Hamish Turner Associates

    Hamish Turner

    Go Accounting provide a good strong consistent level of service year round. Manoli is innovative in his thinking and his advice has lead to us making a number of positive changes professionally and also with our personal investments.

  • Viva La Vaca

    Chelsea Hall

    “We have recommended Michael and Nathan to all of our friends who own small businesses as we really think they have helped us to improve the way we operate.“

  • Precision Painters

    Brent & Tracey Pickworth

    “Nathan and his team are interactive with their clients. They are prompt to communicate, and you get the sense they genuinely want your business to succeed. The business mentoring is also top notch.”

  • Lyndsey Cassidy Design

    Lyndsey Cassidy

    “The team go above and beyond with their service. I highly recommend them if you require an efficient, professional and quality accounting experience.“

  • Vastuved International

    Michael Borden

    “Michael’s accounting service has been like no other I have ever had for my business. The service is personal, completely professional, and up to date in terms of software services.”

  • May Miller-Dawkins

    May Miller-Dawkins

    “It is so good to have the space and strategic support to think that through.

    I’m excited about the next steps,”

We can take your business from good to great.