Tax debt sorted: using tax pooling to help your clients
There’s a new way to help clients tackle income tax debt – and it’s worth knowing about.
Inland Revenue (IR) has launched a pilot programme for eligible taxpayers with outstanding 2023 and 2024 income tax debt. In this session, we’ll explain what the initiative is, who it applies to and how the process works in practice. We’ll also show how TMNZ will take the burden from tax agents, and help your clients pay off their income tax debt without having to deal with IR, and without incurring IR interest and penalties.
What you’ll learn
In this short webinar, Chief Commercial Officer, Matt Rama CA, covers the essentials:
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how big New Zealand’s tax debt problem is
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what Inland Revenue’s new initiative means and who it applies to
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how TMNZ makes the process easier for advisers
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what clients can save with TMNZ
Who this is for
This webinar is for accountants and tax advisers working with clients who have tax debt and want a practical, flexible way to help clients get back on track.
Keen to learn more?
Our Tax Debt page covers more on eligibility and FAQ’s.
Ready to help your clients get out of debt?
Apply on behalf of your client today.
Corporate tax – Take control of your cashflow
Make your cashflow work harder. Provisional tax doesn’t have to lock up your cash. Learn practical ways to earn more on overpayments, reduce interest costs and access flexible payment options, with less hassle than traditional financing.
What you’ll learn
- What is tax pooling and why it’s IRD approved
- Reducing interest and eliminating IRD penalties
- Earning better returns on tax payments
- Accessing funds you’ve already paid
- Smart financing options with better rates than banks
- Managing tax across entities and periods
Who this is for
Finance professionals and accountants in medium to large businesses who want more control and flexibility with corporate tax.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Balancing your Imputation Credit Account
We’re here to make tax a bit easier. This webinar that cuts through the complexity of imputation credits and shows you how to manage your ICA when you’re using tax pooling.
What you’ll learn
- how to better manage your ICA when using tax pooling
- case studies that bring the concepts to life
- get your questions answered by our tax experts
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for accountants and finance professionals in medium to large businesses dealing with Imputation Credit returns.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
The 7 May solution
We’re excited to share with you: Tax pooling – The 7 May solution. Discover how tax pooling makes 7 May easier for your clients by reducing pressure and minimising risk. We’ll cover the latest market insights and tax pooling best practices, with real-world examples that show exactly how it works.
What you’ll learn
- fresh market insights
- how to strengthen your clients’ tax approach without straining cashflow
- tips for staying ahead of your clients’ tax needs for 2025-2026
- tax pooling benefits in action through real examples
- Q&A
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for tax agents and accountants in public practice.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Boost your business cashflow with smarter tax solutions
In this short, practical webinar see how TMNZ can help to boost business cashflow. We’ll show you how tax pooling (an IRD-approved solution) gives businesses like yours more financial breathing room and smart ways to manage cashflow. Learn from our 20+ years of experience helping 25,000+ NZ businesses to reach their goals.
What is tax pooling?
Tax pooling is a clever way for businesses looking to optimise cashflow and gain more control. By working with us, you’ll have the freedom to manage your tax payments more strategically. Instead of paying IRD directly on a given date, you can pay into the tax pool (of an Inland Revenue-approved intermediary – i.e. us) whenever you like.
Once you have paid off your tax, we’ll transfer the funds from the pool into your account at Inland Revenue, where it will show as paid on time.
What we’ll cover
- What tax pooling is and how it works
- How to get more cashflow flexibility for fueling business growth
- Smarter working capital options to reinvest in your business
- Lower cost of funds options compared to traditional financing
- Case studies from businesses just like yours
- Q&A
Who this is for
This webinar is for business owners, operators and finance professionals ready to take control of their cashflow. Perfect if you want to keep more money working in your business and turn tax time from a stress point into a strategic advantage.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Managing IR audits and reassessments
This practical 30-minute session is on using tax pooling to your advantage during Inland Revenue tax audits and reassessments. We’ll show you how being proactive provides the best outcome for you or your clients.
TMNZ has the largest pool of historical tax in New Zealand. We can help with any type of tax – PAYE, FBT, GST, NRWT, terminal tax and provisional tax. Our tax pooling experts are here to support you through audits and voluntary disclosures.
What you’ll learn
- How to reduce interest costs and manage cashflow during a voluntary disclosure
- Effective strategies to manage tax disputes over time
- Q&A.
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for tax agents, accountants and finance professionals.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
An accountants’ guide to TMNZ’s Dashboard
We’re excited to share with you: Tax Pooling – An accountants’ guide to TMNZ’s Dashboard. In this session, you’ll learn how to navigate our TMNZ dashboard for setting up accounts, creating tax pooling arrangements, and taking advantage of features like Tax Swaps, and Group Optimiser.
What you’ll learn
Account setup and management:
- updating personal information
- setting up client accounts (taxpayer accounts)
- accessing a firm-wide view.
Tax pooling:
- setting up a tax pooling arrangement
- Tax Swaps
- Group Optimiser.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Better cashflow management with tax pooling
We’re excited to invite you to our short webinar on Better cashflow management with tax pooling. Learn how tax pooling is an Inland Revenue (IR) approved way to make your provisional tax payments work for you, not against you.
What’s tax pooling?
Tax pooling is a perfect solution for businesses worried about future cashflow and looming obligations. By working with us, you’ll have total control over your tax bill.
Instead of paying IR directly on a set date, you can pay into TMNZ’s tax pool whenever you like. When your tax bill arrives, let us know and we’ll transfer the exact amount to IR on your behalf. The second we do that, it’ll be considered “tax paid”.
Watch our webinar and you’ll hear how we can help you keep money in your business when you need it most and top up your tax payments at any time.
What we’ll cover
- what is tax pooling and how it works
- paying provisional tax on your terms (defer payments up to 22 months!)
- real-world tax pooling benefits (case studies)
- optimise your 28 August tax payment
- Q&A.
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for business owners and finance professionals interested in using tax pooling to take the stress out of tax time and keep more cash in the business.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Cashflow flexibility with Tax Finance
We’re excited to share with you our webinar, Tax Pooling – Cashflow flexibility with Tax Finance. If you’re new to Tax Finance or need a refresher, you will learn how it can help your business better manage tax payments. It’s designed to give you more cashflow flexibility and solve your working capital needs.
What you’ll learn
- what is Tax Finance
- using Tax Finance to optimise working capital
- deferring tax payments with tax finance
- how to gain competitive advantage, through a business case study
- Tax Drawdown options
- Q&A
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for finance professionals in medium to large businesses.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.
Managing Imputation Credits
We’re excited to share with you: Tax Pooling – Managing Imputation Credits where you will learn how to manage your ICA (Imputation Credit Account) position by using and recording tax pooling transactions.
What you’ll learn
- the purpose of an ICA
- when imputation credits and debits arise on tax pooling transactions
- how New Zealand tax legislation requires these entries to be recognised
- Q&A.
What are Imputation Credits?
Imputation Credits allow businesses to pass on the income tax they have already paid, to their shareholders.
A shareholder can claim the credits they have received to offset the tax they are liable to pay on that dividend income. This prevents double taxation in the hands of the shareholders.
Who this is for
This webinar is perfect for tax agents and accountants in businesses dealing with the Imputation Credit return.
This content is for general information purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for consultation with our team of specialists.
The interest rates mentioned in our webinars were accurate at the time of original recording. Please note that IRD interest rates change over time. Always refer to current official IRD rates for the most up-to-date information.
Book a tax pooling overview for your business
Is tax pooling the right solution for you? Every business we work with has different needs. Book an overview with one of our tax pooling specialists to find out how we can support you.