About R J Preston Ltd
Built on experience, care and long-standing client relationships
Since 1977
Nearly fifty years in practice
R J Preston Ltd has been providing accounting, taxation and business advisory services for nearly 50 years. From our strong foundation in rural accounting to our wider commercial, trust and business advisory services, we are proud to support clients across Christchurch, Canterbury, Blenheim, Marlborough, Otago and the wider South Island.
The late Richard Preston established his accountancy business as a sole trader in 1977, working from his mother’s home in Memorial Avenue, Christchurch. From those early beginnings, the practice continued to grow and later moved to its current premises at 32B Sheffield Crescent.
Today, we are proud to continue Richard Preston’s legacy through the same values the firm was built on: trust, quality, practical advice and genuine care.
Practical knowledge, professional advice
Farming knowledge meets professional expertise
R J Preston Ltd has a strong connection with the rural sector. James and Grant are both farmers themselves, and many of our team have strong links to farming and rural communities. This gives us a practical understanding of the real challenges our rural clients face, including seasonal pressures, cashflow planning, tax obligations, succession planning and long-term business decisions.
We combine this real-world knowledge with professional accounting expertise to provide advice that is practical, clear and relevant.
We also work with a wide range of commercial clients across different industries. Whether you are running a small business, managing a company, growing an operation or planning for the future, we provide accounting and advisory support that is tailored to your needs.
A word from our director
A message from James Cooke
A strong team approach
Supported people, better service
We believe good service comes from a strong and supported team.
Our team works together to provide clients with reliable support, timely communication and quality advice. We also value flexibility, family and work-life balance within our workplace. Where possible, our team has the flexibility to work from home, work flexible hours and spend time with their children during school holidays.
At the same time, everyone in our team is committed to ensuring that flexibility never affects the quality of service we provide to our clients. This balance helps us maintain a caring workplace while continuing to deliver the professional and dependable service our clients expect.
An accounting firm with heart
People, trust and confident decisions
At R J Preston Ltd, we believe accounting is about more than preparing accounts and tax returns. It is about people, trust, relationships and helping clients make confident decisions.
We are proud of our history, proud of our team and proud to continue supporting our clients with care, professionalism and integrity.