Welcome to Kudu Advisory

Kudu Advisory is a bespoke Chartered Accounting firm owned and operated by Ryan Vergottini (CA).

We provide tailored accounting services to unique and beautiful small businesses here in New Zealand.

What is Kudu Advisory?

I founded Kudu Advisory so that I could get up close to businesses.

I’ve always had a passion for business, and always wondered what the story was behind each that I came across — whether that be the little Korean pancake shop I visited at university, the plumber that would fix the leaky tap at home, or the new owners of the local McDonald’s franchise…

What makes them tick? Why have they chosen this path in life?

There is so much nuance behind every small business, and I want to develop long term relationships with my clients so that I get to be involved in that nuance, and hopefully add a little bit of my own.

Who do I work with?

I work with clients that are looking to develop a long-term relationship with their accountant.

You are looking to discuss and open up to me about your personal finances so that I can help guide you through financial decisions.

You’re passionate about what you do, and you’re wanting to understand the financial picture a little bit better. You’re looking for someone trustworthy to guide you.

As they say, your accountant becomes ever more valuable the longer you are with them, as they come to understand you better, along with your business.

I look forward to speaking with you.

Ryan Vergottini (CA)

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  • “He is not only experienced and understands small businesses, but he is also very easy to deal with.”

    I was in the process of looking for a new accountant after being with a firm for two years. If Ryan's level of service would have been similar to the firm I was with, then this would have prevented me from going ahead with Ryan. I wanted an accountant that would look at my individual business setting instead of treating me just as they do with all their clients. 

    Since I changed my accounting services to Ryan, what really impressed me was the personal level of service I have received. He wasted no time in getting my end of financials prepared and followed up with some great insights on how I can manage my business better. He has a lot of knowledge with small businesses and this is most likely why I see him as the perfect fit for my business. 

    What I liked most about the services Ryan offers is the fact that I can work with my accountant directly on managing my business tax returns better. This is something I have struggled with previously but with Ryan, working with him directly on getting my end of year income tax and financials completed made the process very smooth. 

    Quick turnaround time, knowledge and experience with startups and small businesses and 1:1 Support. 

    I will recommend Ryan's services to anyone looking for a personalised accounting service. He is not only experienced and understands small businesses but he is also very easy to deal with. He explains things in a way, even a novice will understand and he always has your business's best interest at heart.

    Rakeeb, Auckland