Consult has a proven track record, with satisfied clients
Business administration now streamlined
"At the suggestion of our accountant, we decided to change from our existing provider to XERO / Workflow Max. This was approached with some trepidation as we’d been using Quickbooks for many years and were comfortable with it.
Any anxiety was quickly alleviated when we met with Joanna for training sessions. She had taken the time to familiarise herself with our business so knew what we would require from Workflow Max and could concentrate on helping with the relevant features.
Since the initial setting up, Joanna has answered any questions promptly, clearly and with a great deal of patience. We are so pleased we made the move to XERO / Workflow Max and had we realised how much it would streamline the administration side of the business, wish we’d done it sooner."
- Alison and David Zorn, Zorn Surveying Ltd
Advice and support invaluable
"As a new business owner the advice, product information and friendly support I have received from Consult has been invaluable as I take on the steep learning curve of accounting packages. Consult have provided excellent and efficient services when I have had difficulty with MYOB. Remote access has allowed Joanna to fix up errors I have made and, along with telephone support, provides a wonderful training platform as my needs arise. I would highly recommend Consult to other small business owners like myself who also value personal commitment to quality service."
- Bee, Director at Bee Creative Ltd
Setting up and sorting out problems
"As a small business we have used the services of Joanna to help with setting up and sorting out any problems we have had with MYOB over the past few years. She has always been extremely helpful and we have really appreciated her time, patience and excellent advice. We would like to highly recommend Consult Ltd to everyone."
- Viv and Jim, Fleet Focus Ltd
Training and a wealth of knowledge
“Over the last year our business has gone through huge change, we rebranded, stepped out on our own and reassessed a lot of the systems we had previously been running in the business. This resulted in us switching to Xero, I was referred to Joanna at Consult Ltd and she has been great in making the transition from our previous provider completely seamless, she has also provided training along the way and has a wealth of knowledge to make sure we are getting the most out of Xero. The time we are now having to spend looking after accounts and payroll has reduced considerably and whenever we have had any queries she has been very efficient in helping us resolve them.”
- Richard Maloy, Director/Financial Advisor, Milestone Financial
Advice and training stops the struggle
Thank you so much for your help, without your advice and training on getting started with Xero I'd still be struggling along. It was invaluable. I've got everything imported, reconciled and balanced and it even matches my current bank balances. I can't believe I've done it! So much easier knowing all the short cuts and where to find the right tools.
- Carolyn Neville, Bliss By Design
A seamless software switch
“As a business that grew out of a home garage, with very basic systems for inventory and sales invoicing, the switch to a comprehensive inventory management system was fairly intimidating. Joanna at Consult made this a painless process for us. Joanna set up all of our existing inventory and production assemblies for us in Unleashed, taking time to set it up in a way that made the most sense for our brewing operation. Joanna also looked after the Xero integration setup, and guided us through managing the software moving forward. The switch was seamless and Joanna was always available to help with any queries as we became familiar with the software. I highly recommend Consult for anybody wanting to make the switch to a more comprehensive software.”
- Matt Smith, Brewer & Founder - Brave Brewing Company
Instrumental in solving software issues
"I highly recommend Joanna and her team for their sound knowledge, advice and affordability. My company, Greenscene Arboriculture Ltd, has been a client of Consult Ltd for a number of years, and Joanna has been instrumental in helping us solve our software (accounting) issues. Attentive to the issues raised, Jo thoroughly researches options and advocates with the software writers for suggested improvements within the packages. More recently Consult has been critical in assisting us with selecting job management software which I am fully confident will streamline administration, thereby saving us both time and money. After only a short time I know it will be something we'll wonder how we ever did without!"
- Wendy Lawrence, Manager at Greenscene Arboriculture Ltd
Daunting task went smooth and flawlessly
“Joanna Monteith has helped me transition from a Veterinary Software that included accounting to Xero for our Veterinary Clinic. A large task and a little daunting Joanna helped me making the transition smooth and flawless. Every question I emailed her I would get an answer back within an hour, if I needed to drop by for a meeting she would always make time, if I needed her to fix a mistake I made she would help me instantly. My only regret is that I didn't start Xero earlier.”
- Elise Sandkuijl, Owner, Clive Cottage Veterinary Clinic
Excellent service and help
Excellent service and help, thanks so much to Liz, appreciate you putting me back on track!
- Karen Koers, Owner, Harvest Lodge
Fast, efficient and professional service
Thanks for all your assistance, it has been invaluable in solving our problems. We have found Joanna very fast in her response, efficient and extremely professional in her dealing with us. We would have no problem in recommending Consult to anyone who needs problems solved, training or advice.
- Roger Forsyth, HotShot Sports Equipment
Tailored training to suit needs
An excellent service, specifically due to tailoring training to suit ... highly recommend your company. Thank you.
- Diane Band, Oak Construction Ltd
Testimonials from our Networks
Accountants, bookkeepers, software providers, IT professionals, and business advisors.
"Joanna as part of Consult, has been a trusted partner with Unleashed since 2013, providing exceptional services to customers who connect Unleashed to Xero. Over this time she has advised customers best practices in both inventory management and how this works with Xero. Most recently we have lent on Joanna to utilize her knowledge of Unleashed along with accounting fundamentals to help one of our bigger brewery customers. Joanna works with multiple brewery customers across New Zealand, therefore, is a known and trusted advisor in this space."
Danielle Dadello
Regional Manager - NZ/RoW
Unleashed
"As the founder of Unleashed and co-creator of EzzyAd, I have worked with Jo for many years. She is a true professional - always ready to help, knowledgeable, with a heart to grow her clients in the crazy world of apps. The world needs more Jo's!."
Greg Murphy
CEO
EzzyAd, Unleashed
"Joanna from Consult has been a Vend partner for over eight years. Her confidence in Vend, as well as her knowledge on our integrations into other solutions such as Xero, really helps retailers make the best decisions for their business."
Arielle Hiscox
Partnerships Lead, Retail APAC
Vend
"I regularly refer clients needing inventory and point of sale solutions to Consult. Jo has real expertise in all that she does, and we love having Consult in our solution toolkit. Jo quickly gets to grips with the job brief and clarifies when needed, and keeps me in the loop where we have a shared client. Always professional, and delivers projects on time with excellent communications. I highly recommend their services."
Leaine Jones
Bookkeeper
Jones Business Solutions
"Joanna from Consult is our go-to implementation specialist. Whenever we have clients requiring support for their e-commerce, inventory management, or job management solutions, we know that Consult will provide professional advice and ongoing support. Our firm uses Xero accounting software only, so we can always trust that Joanna’s solutions and integrations will be completely seamless for us as the accountants, and for our clients."
Mike Price
Director
Ascend Accounting & Advisory
“Kiwitax has worked alongside Joanna from Consult Limited for several years now to help some of our clients get fully setup with a wide array of accounting software to help manage their businesses.
It’s always a pleasure dealing with Joanna as we know how much she cares for her clients which is important to us when we’re recommending our clients to work with her”.
Kylie Shine
Associate Tax & Business Advisor (ATBA)
Xero Certified Advisor
Kiwi Tax Limited
"As a bookkeeper, it's always nerve-wracking to recommend a third-party to your clients. However, Joanna and the team at Consult always deliver! The clients I've sent through have nothing but amazing feedback about their experience working with the team at Consult - from scoping the project, through to implementation, and ongoing support. They are ace! In terms of collaboration, they work in effortlessly with my team - always delivering the best result possible for our joint clients. I could not recommend Consult highly enough. A+++ in my books!"
Irene Bennetts
CEO & Founder
Admin Army
"We have worked in conjunction with Joanna from Consult for many years and always find her helpful. Our services complement each other and happily recommend her to our customers."
Clinton Gilmour
Managing Director
Computer Connection