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Testimonials

I value and trust their opinion

Scotland Electrical is a Northland based electrical business that provides electrical services for everything from small to big jobs, air conditioning, automation and commercial fit-outs. They have the skills and expertise to handle all electrical work, from wiring and lighting design to security systems and automation. They have 7 staff and have been in business for nearly 7 years.

Ben says “We’ve been with Bertus since the early days. I’ve found Bertus to be very good, trustworthy and he’s helpful and knows what he’s doing. When I first started the business, I had a lot of questions and Bertus was really helpful in answering any queries I had. I could always call and ask questions. He’s great for giving you the various options and reassuring you on the big decisions. I value and trust his opinion.

I’d highly recommend Gunson McLean. They’re easy to deal with, straight talking and explain things. If I have a query, I can just give them a call and sort it out over the phone.

Ben Scotland, Owner, Scotland Electrical

They really understand

Harcourts Whangarei are a locally owned company, selling both residential and commercial real estate, as well as offering both residential and commercial property management services. They’ve been a client of ours, since they started business in 2008 and have this to say about us:

“Gunson McLean offer a wide range of services which is what attracted us. They do all our annual financials, taxation and budgeting. We started our business during the Global Financial Crisis which was a really challenging time. We appreciated the advice and support we received from them in navigating our business during those tough times.

We really value the relationships we’ve developed with the staff there – many of whom are the same since we became clients.

They’re readily available, easy to talk to and use clear language and terms you can understand. Their communication is great and you can chat to them about what’s going on in your business and receive solid advice - they really understand both the tough times and the good times in business.”

Harcourts, Whangarei

They have the experience

John Duff Roofing are residential roofing specialists in the Whangarei District. They have multiple dedicated teams of professional roofers who are well trained, safety conscious, respectful of your property and considerate of your privacy. They’ve been in business for 30 years and a client of Gunson McLean since 2008. They have this to say about us:

Luke says: “Gunson McLean have always steered us in the right direction with our business. They’re always quick to help and do a great job. They have the experience and it’s more than just getting the tax sorted, they’re advisors too. What Craig has said to me about the business has guided me well over the years and I like the way he explains business and money to me.

I’d recommend Gunson McLean to anyone looking for not just an accountant but an advisor with great sound advice.”

John Duff Roofing, Luke Hardwick, Owner

Friendly, obliging and trustworthy

Duracrete Products is a Whangarei based, family owned and operated company that employs local staff. The company manufactures concrete water tanks, sewage treatment systems and mass block retaining wall systems. It was founded in 1965 by Ron Garry, who at that time built each tank by hand. By embracing modern technology, Duracrete has become a prominent 3^rd generation Northland business. They’ve been with us since the 80’s and have this to say about us:

“We find Gunson McLean to be friendly, obliging and trustworthy, with a good knowledge of business and tax advice. They’re good with tax management and strategic business decision making as well as sound advice on the direction of the business and financial decisions. For example, Craig’s expertise helped us change the business structure to protect our personal assets and minimise our exposure to risk.

Gunson McLean is not a large corporate organisation and their team has a personal touch, with efficient and informative staff. We take comfort in having a consistent continuity of relationships between our business succession and future successions within Gunson McLean.”

Duracrete Products

We feel we have a real partnership with them

We love Shiralee and the team at Gunson McLean! My husband had used another accountant for 25 years, but after just one meeting with Shiralee, he came away knowing more about our accounts, and understanding how our business was doing financially, than he ever had before.

I know I can ring them with any question, even if I think it might be silly, and I will always get taken seriously and given a sensible, easy to understand answer. They keep things simple and if I don’t understand something, they’re happy to explain it to me.

We feel we have a real partnership with them - that they always provide us with sound business advice, and have our best interests in mind.

Angela of KK Mason Farms Ltd

They keep us on track and have very good advice

One of our clients, Harrison Contracting, a family business owned by Richard & Melanie Harrison, has over 30 years of contracting experience in the Kaipara area. As well as their dairy and beef farm, they provide a wide range of services such as civil construction, roading, forestry, sub-divisions, driveways, slip repairs, retaining walls, house sites, water deliveries, and a wide range of agricultural and farming jobs. They have this to say about us:

“We’ve been with Gunson McLean since they started and they’re very supportive, very professional and really good people. They help with our taxes, GST, budgets, cashflow, end of year financials, advice and they’re always ready to help. They keep us on track and have very good advice. We honestly wouldn’t be with them if they weren’t.”

At Gunson McLean, we’re always willing to help our clients and we value our relationships with them.

Harrison Contracting

We have never regretted this decision!

We first started farming in 1982-83 and knew we needed an accountant. Steve met Craig through rugby and we became one of his first clients - we have never regretted this decision!

We find Craig and Shiralee to be down to earth and approachable, and appreciate their relaxed and friendly manner. They understand our business and provide us with good, sound financial advice and strategies. They are always responsive to our queries and we believe Gunson McLean have helped contribute to our business success.

We thoroughly recommend Craig, Shiralee and all the team at Gunson McLean for any accounting needs.

Steve & May McKenzie

They’re easy to work with

One of our clients, Vitel Cabling, owned by Willie Harmse installs fibre-optic, computer and phone cabling in the Northland area to places such as commercial premises, schools and shop-fit outs.

They have this to say about us: “We’ve been with Gunson McLean since we bought the business in December 2020. We talked to a few accountants before we bought the business and found that Gunson McLean had the best advice and were happy to look over the businesses financials. We like how they do things electronically, there’s no need to print anything, you can view it online and sign it and they’re easy to work with. We don’t have to check in with them on when things are due, they just do what they need to do, get it done and we don’t have to worry about it”.

Vitel Cabling

We received great advice

Lana is the owner of a virtual marketing consultancy and media communications business. After starting out in Whangārei, she now lives in Christchurch and has been using Gunson McLean as her accountants since she started her business three years ago. She says: “We were referred to Gunson McLean by a family member and after meeting with them, they felt like a good fit for us. We received great advice when structuring our business and their experience in a variety of industries means they’re very knowledgeable and don’t overcomplicate things. They let us know what we need to do and when; make sure we’re claiming all our business expenses and we don’t have to figure things out for ourselves. I’d recommend Gunson McLean, especially as a remote business owner, as I’ve found them to be reliable and every time you pick up the phone, they’re happy to help and are quick to get back to you.” 

Lana Kennett