ABOUT
About Finex Chartered Certified Accountants
Baqir Hussain, FCCA
Founder & Director, Finex Chartered Certified Accountants
MEET OUR FOUNDER
Hi, I'm Baqir Hussain, FCCA, Founder and Director of Finex Chartered Certified Accountants.
I've spent more than 18 years working in accounting and tax, with experience spanning Big Four firms, mid-tier practices and work alongside New Zealand's audit regulator. Today, I'm a New Zealand Registered Tax Agent specialising in business and property tax.
But the reason I built Finex goes beyond preparing accounts and filing tax returns.
Back in 2018, I saw just how many New Zealand business owners and property investors didn't fully understand the tax rules that applied to them. In many cases, that lack of clarity was costing them thousands of dollars in tax they may not have needed to pay.
I wanted to change that.
Today, I help property investors and business owners understand their tax position, legitimately minimise tax, improve cashflow and avoid costly problems with IRD.
And I believe that starts with making tax easier to understand.
You shouldn't need to be a tax expert to know what's happening with your own money. You should have an accountant who explains things clearly, understands your circumstances and is available to answer questions before an important decision turns into an expensive mistake.
Experience You Can Rely On
Over the years, I've:
But credentials only matter if they translate into better support for you.
That's what I want Finex to provide.
Clear advice. Specialist expertise. Fewer tax surprises. And an accountant you can talk to when the decisions actually matter.
Who we are
Finex was built around a straightforward belief: your accountant should be someone you can turn to throughout the year, not just someone you hear from when a tax return or deadline is approaching.
We combine specialist knowledge of New Zealand property tax with accounting and advisory support for established businesses. Our role is to help you understand where you stand, stay ahead of your obligations and consider the financial implications of important decisions before they become expensive problems.
Whether you're growing a property portfolio or an established business, we want you to have an accountant who understands what you're trying to achieve and gives you clear, practical advice to help you get there.
Who we help
Property Investors
From your first rental to a growing portfolio, get specialist guidance on property tax, ownership structures, tax planning and compliance so you can protect more of your returns and avoid costly mistakes.
Property Businesses
We support builders, developers, mortgage brokers, property managers, real estate businesses and other professionals across New Zealand's property sector with specialist accounting, tax and financial advice.
Established Businesses
For growing New Zealand businesses that need more than year-end compliance, we provide ongoing accounting, tax planning, financial reporting and advisory support to help you stay in control as your business grows.
The people behind Finex
Meet the Finex team supporting our clients across accounting, tax, compliance and advisory.
Joanna Reid
Client Manager
Joanna looks after annual accounts, GST and payroll for our property clients. She's usually the first person you'll speak to when a question comes up.
Fate Tuilagi
Accountant
Fate handles bookkeeping, compliance and reporting across our portfolio clients, keeping records tidy and deadlines comfortably ahead of time.
Daniel Whitcombe
Tax & Advisory
Daniel works on tax planning, structuring and cashflow projections, helping clients weigh up decisions before they're made.
What You Can Expect From Us
Specialist Knowledge
Property tax isn't an occasional add-on for us. It's a key area of our work, giving property investors and businesses access to accounting support that understands the decisions they face.
Proactive Advice
We want to help you identify issues and opportunities while there's still time to act, rather than simply explaining the consequences afterwards.
Clear Communication
Tax and accounting are complicated enough. We'll explain what matters in straightforward language and help you understand your options.
Accessible Support
Important questions don't conveniently appear once a year. We aim to build ongoing relationships where clients know where to turn when they need financial guidance.
Advice Built Around You
No two property portfolios or businesses are identical. We take time to understand your circumstances before recommending the accounting, tax or advisory support that makes sense.
Next Step
Let's make your next financial decision a more informed one
Whether you are buying your next property, restructuring what you already own or simply want an accountant who stays in touch through the year, we'd like to hear about it. Tell us where you are now and we'll explain how Finex can help.