Body Corporate Services
Professional Accounting and Secretarial Support
and Services for Body Corporates
Wellington Chartered Accountants Managing Body Corporate Affairs
Financial, Administrative, and Regulatory Expertise for Property Owners
Body Corporate Accounting and Administration
Reliable Body Corporate Services in Wellington delivering accuracy, compliance, and confidence for residential and commercial property owners.
At Long + Cowan Chartered Accountants, we specialise in providing professional accounting and administrative support to bodies corporate throughout Wellington. Our role is to simplify complex financial and reporting responsibilities, ensuring your property operates smoothly, efficiently, and in full compliance with current legislation.
Our services cover every aspect of body corporate management. We handle the establishment and collection of levies, including arrears management, as well as the payment of supplier invoices and regular operating expenses. We also manage bank accounts to optimise interest income and maintain transparent records for every financial transaction. Monthly management reports provide committees with an accurate overview of the property’s financial position, while annual financial statements and budgets are prepared and presented clearly at each annual general meeting.
We also provide full secretarial support for Body Corporates. This includes scheduling and managing meetings, issuing notices, preparing minutes, maintaining the register of unit owners, and offering proactive regulatory advice to support decision-making. Insurance management is another key area, with our team assisting in arranging valuations, reviewing policy renewals, and handling claims efficiently.
Body corporate committees trust us for our timeliness, accuracy, and accountability. Our goal is to give every client peace of mind that their property’s finances and administration are being managed professionally and with complete transparency.
Why Wellington Property Owners Choose Long + Cowan
Specialist body corporate accountants providing end-to-end financial management, tax support, and secretarial services for Wellington’s property sector.
For more than 75 years, Long + Cowan Chartered Accountants have supported property owners and committees across Wellington. We understand that managing shared property finances and compliance obligations can be demanding. Our dedicated Body Corporate Services are designed to remove that stress by handling every detail accurately and efficiently.
Our experienced accountants take care of all financial reporting, from monthly statements and GST returns to annual income tax and year-end financial accounts. We prepare detailed budgets that outline forecasted expenditure and levy requirements, helping committees plan effectively for maintenance, insurance, and capital improvements. At every stage, we ensure complete transparency so that owners and committee members can make informed financial decisions.
In addition to our accounting expertise, we provide comprehensive secretarial support for Body Corporates. We coordinate annual general meetings, issue formal notices, prepare meeting agendas and minutes, and maintain the official register of unit owners. This professional oversight ensures your body corporate operates smoothly and meets all statutory obligations.
Our team also assists with insurance management, including obtaining updated property valuations, assessing coverage levels, and handling claims. We liaise directly with insurers and other parties when required, reducing the administrative burden on committees. Our regulatory knowledge allows us to provide proactive advice on compliance and governance issues affecting Body Corporates in New Zealand.
Clients consistently praise our responsiveness and attention to detail. They rely on our services to ensure accurate financial management, prompt communication, and compliance with the Unit Titles Act and Inland Revenue requirements. Many Wellington property owners view us as long-term partners who help maintain the financial integrity and operational success of their complexes.
Whether managing a single building or a large portfolio, we apply the same principles: accuracy, timeliness, and accountability. By entrusting your property’s financial and administrative responsibilities to Long + Cowan Chartered Accountants, you gain more time to focus on the needs of your community while we take care of the rest.