GET PAID
How do I invoice for work?
Once you’ve signed up a client or completed some work, it’s time to get paid. Invoicing sounds simple, but there are a couple of things worth getting right from the start.
How to Invoice Clients as a New Business in New Zealand
Not sure how to invoice your first clients? Here’s what to include, how to handle GST, and the easiest way to get paid.
GST
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If you’re not GST registered, do not add GST to your prices. If you are registered, you must add it — and you need to hold onto that 15% and pay it to IRD. If you’re unsure whether you’re registered, you probably aren’t. You only need to register once your sales exceed $60,000 per year (more on that in the GST article below).
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What to include on an invoice:
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Your accounting software (Xero is the most common) will have a template that covers most of this. At a minimum, include:
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Customer name
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A unique invoice number (e.g. INV-001)
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A description of the work completed
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The amount owing
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Your bank account details
Once it’s done, send it directly from your software or save it as a PDF and attach it to an email.
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If you’re not yet using accounting software, there are free templates in Microsoft Word or a quick Google search will find plenty of options online.