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Christchurch, 8024

Business intelligence that drives results.

Accountancy. Advice. Strategy.

From startup advice to cashflow support, share valuation, and Xero setup -
we’re your full-service accounting partner in Christchurch.

Find your edge

Your business partners. Specialists geared to help you win.

What is business intelligence?

Turning numbers into knowledge,
and knowledge into smart decisions.

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Meet our newest director.

Anna Riley.

Get yourself an accountant who gets it.

Meet Anna

About you.

You’re a Christchurch business owner with vision - curious, capable, and ambitious. You want to do more, see more, and connect more, with your business, your goals, and your customers.

You’re not just looking for accounting services. You’re looking for a team of accountants and advisors who understand your business and help you move it forward.

Oxford Edge is a fabulous team of Christchurch accountants and technical experts where we offer anything from cashflow help to business start up to deep dive forensic accounting services. Do you need help with share purchases? Buying a business in ChCh? or advise around divorce accounting practices? we deliver financial strategy, and support that’s shaped around you.

Kicking off a small business.

You’re full of ideas and ready to launch. Now it’s time to make sure you're ticking all the right IRD boxes and laying the groundwork for success. Partner with advisors who get what matters to you and are with you from day one.

We can help with:

  • Accounting and tax compliance
  • Practical business advice
  • Strategic planning
  • Sales and marketing support
  • Xero setup and payroll support
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Need a little help.

If you’re spending more time solving problems than growing your business, you’re not alone. We help business owners reduce stress, regain clarity, and get back in control.

We support you with:

  • Business advisory and strategic planning
  • Buying a business
  • Matrimonial accounting
  • Cashflow guidance
  • Governance support and mentoring
  • Valuing the business or valuing shares
  • Systems and automation expertise
  • Accounting, compliance, and tax
  • Data and financial analytics
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On the rise.

You’re stepping into your next phase - ready to expand, invest, or break into new territory. Whether you're growing your existing business or exploring fresh opportunities, we’ll help you chart the right course.

We support businesses with:

  • Business sales and acquisitions
  • Strategic planning and governance
  • Financial and performance analytics
  • Smart systems and automation
  • Accounting and compliance
  • Accurate business valuations
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Requesting tactical support.

Your small business is scaling quickly and it’s time to reassess. Whether it’s systems, people, or strategy, we help businesses get aligned, stay agile, and keep growing.

We support you with:

  • Growth planning and performance strategy
  • Financial and operational analytics
  • Business advisory and governance
  • Selling a business and succession planning
  • Systems and process optimisation
  • Sales and marketing development
  • Tax, accounting, and compliance
  • Xero setup
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Working on your exit strategy.

You’re ready for what’s next. Whether you’re passing the business on to family or preparing it for sale, now’s the time to ensure a smooth transition and maximise your return. We help business owners exit with confidence backed by clear valuations, tax advice, and the right preparation.

We can support you with:

  • Business sales and succession planning
  • Accurate business valuations
  • Cost and management accounting
  • Tax structuring and compliance
  • Due diligence and sale-readiness advice
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Masters of Xero

Xero advisor certified
Xero cashflow specialit
Xero migration specialist
Xero professional services specialist
Xero retail and ecommerce specialist
Xero trade and construction specialist

What is business intelligence?

Business intelligence is more than just data - it's the strategic edge we bring to help your business grow. We combine real-world experience with analytical insight to deliver practical advice, clear reporting, and solutions that add measurable value.

Whether you’re navigating cashflow, buying or selling a business, or setting up smart systems like Xero, we build intelligent strategies that help you move forward with confidence. From medical professionals and small business owners to family enterprises, our advice is tailored to what matters most to you.

Our broad range of accountancy and advisory services reflects the diverse challenges modern businesses face - from forensic accounting and share valuation to start-up support and succession planning.

That’s where we come in. Our Christchurch accounting team offers comprehensive technical accounting and advisory support to guide your business at every stage:

Business advice & support.

Business can be a lonely place, but you don’t have to go it alone. Our accountants facilitate strategy sessions, advisory boards, and one-on-one conversations to tackle business complexity with clarity and confidence. We support your decision-making with powerful financial models and reliable data analysis.

Business sales & purchases.

Whether you're buying a business or selling one, our experienced team ensures you’re informed at every step. We understand valuations across industries, coordinate with your legal team, and carry out rigorous due diligence - so your investment is backed by insight, not guesswork.

Structuring for success.

A well-designed business structure is key to reducing risk, supporting leadership, and enabling a successful sale or transition. Our team of Christchurch accountants has guided countless start-ups and established businesses through smart structural decisions that support growth.

Business valuations.

Thinking of selling, or just want to know what your business is worth? Our valuation accountants in Christchurch help you understand, grow, and maximise your business’s value, whether it’s part of a sale or strategic planning.

Exit & growth strategies.

Most Kiwi SMEs transition to family or employees. We’re experts in structuring those deals and grooming businesses to attract top offers. When it’s time to move on, we’ll help you exit on your terms, with the value you deserve.

Tax & accounting compliance.

Avoid surprises. We provide annual financial statements and tax returns, paired with practical advice. Your accountant works on your schedule and helps you understand how your business is performing, not just report on it.

Governance & board support.

We help business owners implement formal and advisory board structures, including independent directors. Our proactive governance approach keeps you accountable through regular financial reporting, KPI tracking, and strategic planning.

Systems expertise.

Paper-heavy? Manual processes? We help you streamline with tools like Xero, Hubdoc, and Smart Payroll. As a Xero setup specialist in Christchurch, we make sure your systems match your goals and scale as you grow.

Strategic planning.

Success always starts with a clear plan. Whether it’s a whiteboard session or a five-year roadmap, we guide businesses through vision, strategy, and execution, focusing on what really drives value.

Finance & funding.

From initial funding to refinancing, our 5R methodology - Review, Restructure, Represent, Refinance, Report - ensures you get a deal that’s smart, sustainable, and tailored to your business’s needs.

Specialist tax advice.

Before you make a move, understand the tax implications. Our specialist tax team delivers insight in plain English, or detailed spreadsheets, if that’s more your style.

Matrimonial advocacy.

During separation or divorce, financial clarity matters. Our matrimonial accountants in Christchurch help you make reasoned, informed decisions during emotionally difficult times.

Forensic accounting.

When things don’t add up, talk to someone who will listen. Our forensic accountants are trained to investigate fraud, assess risks, and implement systems to help prevent future losses.

Business intelligence & reporting.

We use smart financial reporting tools to track KPIs and give you real-time visibility into how your business is performing so you can lead with confidence. We are experts in valuing a business and valuing shares.

Business recovery, disputes & mediation.

From partnership disputes to contractual breakdowns, we help business owners find resolution. Whether it’s confidential mediation or recovery planning, we’re by your side.

Client stories.

We're building a confident future for your businesses.

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The Flooring Centre

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Jane Quigley – Property Developer

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Richmond Club

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“Belinda Canton has done our work for many years. We’ve very much enjoyed working with Belinda over this time, she is straight-up and easy to deal with. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her and Oxford Edge.”

Scott Sanders, Property Developer

“In a nutshell, Oxford Edge are very experienced in what they do. The help they’ve given my business is substantial when it comes to finding funders and that sort of thing. Graeme has definitely paid for himself, that’s for sure.”

Willy Robertson, Tru Group

“I’ve been in business for 20-ish years in various industries, and Graeme Rhodes has got to be the least accountingy accountant I’ve ever met. He’s very personable, and he makes dealing with accountants a pleasure. Oxford Edge is aptly named: what Graeme brings is out of the box – he’s on the edge, literally.”

Stephen Rattray, BG Contracting

“Thank you to Anna Riley for taking the time to meet with us and talk through our 2021 return. We took a huge amount of learning away from this. We really appreciate your explanation of how the return was calculated and answers to our many questions. We have had such a great experience starting our business with Oxford Edge and wouldn't hesitate in recommending your services.”

John Fenwick , Fenwick Builders Limited

Leadership grounded in partnership.

Real relationships. Sound advice. Business strategy that puts people first.

Belinda canton

Belinda’s experience is in the business and taxation space, but her focus is on her client relationships.

She shares the big life events with her clients, such as business valuations for a subsequent sale, or as part of an estate or matrimonial dispute.

Belinda advises you in your business, carefully considering your products and services, your workforce, and your marketplace. It’s advice tailored to you and your business. And then she takes the next step and gives you the intelligence to take you where you want to go, because she knows you and your business that well.

She brings her forensics brain to a lot of her work, whether that’s as an independent advisor, building on her extensive experience or handing out tissues and tea – she’s with her clients through the entire process. It’s about bringing the right people together to achieve the desired outcome – sitting beside her clients and helping them to achieve what they are seeking.

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"It’s all about expertise, when and where it’s needed. We are on a journey with our clients; to find a solution and work with them on the planning and execution."
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Paul Rickerby

Paul’s key strength, though there are many, is how he can challenge and mentor you.

He will look at what you’re doing and ask all the tough, pointy questions to make sure you’re getting it right. He wants to see you succeed and he wants you to look ahead and focus on the dynamics of your commercial environment.

He will talk to you in language you can understand, rolling up his sleeves and offering you the no-nonsense advice that you need. Paul calls upon a great range of industry experience including construction, transport, forestry and pharmacy. He’s happiest when he’s going through the ups and downs with his clients, often with his Board hat on.

Yes, there are many highlights but there have been some challenging times too. Paul approaches the situation like any other – with a solid strategy in place. It’s stressful, but you need to know where you are headed, have a clear methodology in place and detail your options. The end result: a carefully thought-out decision process that helps direct key decision making and the best outcome.

"It's seeing the things that our clients don’t see. It’s looking beyond what they are knee-deep in and giving them a lens through which they can open their eyes and appreciate their business on a whole new level."
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Graeme Rhodes

Graeme has worked with many clients in the building, trade and services industries (and several others). He likes to build. Build on his clients’ success.

When he builds, he brings together the best people and technology to help you make the decisions to take your business forward. He's motivated by the potential of what he can bring to your business, and his latest tool is technology – to give you real-time information so you can make decisions and improve your performance. Graeme has the energy and drive to get you where you are going.

It’s the conversations that matter the most; the face-to-face meetings that get Graeme in front of his clients and building their trust. Because he wants his clients to succeed and look for the future.

It’s quite a methodical approach from analysing what the financial information is showing him and then asking: How do we do this better? What keeps you awake at night? What does your future look like? What does tomorrow look like? Graeme will outline the key pathway forward and what we need to do to achieve that strategy. The decisions are backed by systems that provide the data, because knowledge is power after all.

"It's about taking the numbers and using them as a starting point – looking for the opportunities, where you will find success and how to win. It’s the right smarts, the right systems and the right solutions."
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Anna Riley

Many of Anna’s colleagues and clients describe her as a ‘details person’, and with her considerable experience and technical knowledge, Anna delivers excellent results for the businesses she works with.

Anna loves to work alongside her clients, touching base regularly in person or on the phone, collaborating closely and challenging them to better understand their numbers. A business isn’t just an end-of-year account to Anna; it’s a relationship.

Anna started in our team over a decade ago as a Client Manager and is now a Director. Over the years working with Oxford Edge clients, she has built strong relationships across different industries and businesses, especially in the construction, logistics, hospitality, and pharmacy sectors. She also has international experience in the health sector, having worked in a senior position with the NHS in London.

She especially loves working with new businesses, spending time with business owners as they have their early lightbulb moments, taking the business journey with them, and seeing where they land.

Anna is here to help our clients with the daily challenges of running their business, and tackling the big issues. She can quickly assess a situation and identify solutions. She helps her clients incorporate new systems and software to make businesses more efficient and transparent. She’s got the expertise to set up packages that help business owners understand their company at a glance, capitalise on current happenings and identify potential issues early.

Living in a rural community in North Canterbury, Anna is only too aware of the value of building networks. She’s the kind of person who will jump in and lend a hand whenever you need her to.

“If I say I’ll do something, then I do it. That’s something I’ve always lived by.”
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The crew.

Here are our amazing people.

Anna Riley

Anna Riley Director +64 21 874 909

Beks Fraser

Beks Fraser Client Manager +64 3 968 3767

Belinda Canton

Belinda Canton Director +64 21 499 420

Carolyn Reid

Carolyn Reid Finance Manager/Internal Accountant +64 3 968 3725

Catherine Price

Catherine Price Client Service Administrator +64 3 968 3753

Crista Sumner

Crista Sumner Assistant Manager +64 3 968 3748

Diana Queen-Lucas

Diana Queen-Lucas Front of House +64 3 968 3706

Graeme Rhodes

Graeme Rhodes Director +64 21 359 569

Heena Singh

Heena Singh Accountant +64 3 379 6710

Holly Elliot

Holly Elliot Client Coordinator +64 3 968 3742

Jonty Ebbett-Watt

Jonty Ebbett-Watt Financial Analyst +64 3 968 3705

Joss R BW

Joss Rhodes Tax Administrator +64 3 968 3761

Kim Rhodes

Kim Rhodes Client Coordinator +64 3 968 3708

Lisa Hearn

Lisa Hearn Client Coordinator +64 3 968 3731

Matt O’Carroll

Matt O’Carroll Accountant +64 3 379 6710

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Olivia Flyger Client Manager +64 27 476 1181

Paul Rickerby

Paul Rickerby Director +64 21 888 077

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Pip Karsten Practice Manager +64 21 315 079

Tania Mugford

Tania Mugford Business Advisor +64 3 968 3702

We're building a better culture. one that enables our people to thrive and deliver better outcomes for our clients.

Have you got smarts you can bring to the table? Email us now and share with us what you can bring to our clients: hr@oxfordedge.co.nz

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