Led by Cristina, an accountant and business mentor, our team helps clients do more than file tax returns. We help you create a profitable business that supports the life you want to live.
We’ve walked beside hundreds of small businesses across New Zealand, especially Filipino, Indian, Brazilian, Chilean, Argentinian, Chinese, Korean, Tongan, South African, and Fijian entrepreneurs who’ve built their dreams from the ground up.
Our Promise
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We want you to be profitable.
Your success is what drives us. We’ll help you understand where your profits come from, how to manage your costs, and how to grow your business sustainably.
2
We help you stay compliant.
We take care of your tax and accounting obligations, so you can focus on running your business with confidence, knowing everything is done right and on time.
3
We give you clarity in your numbers.
We make your financials simple and easy to understand, giving you clear insights and confidence so you can make smart, informed decisions for the future.
Meet the Team
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Cristina Canard
FOUNDER & ACCOUNTANT
Cristina leads Apex Tax New Zealand, offering hands-on support to growth-focused businesses. With expertise in tax compliance, business advisory, and financial goal setting, she works across sectors like property, hospitality, and retail. Cristina is known for her client-focused approach and savvy use of accounting technology.
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Myla Teresa Villacastin
ACCOUNTANT
Myla is a Xero Certified Advisor and experienced accountant at Apex Tax New Zealand. She has a strong background in both corporate and non-profit sectors, including 15 years as a Finance Officer for a Catholic organisation overseas. Myla holds a Graduate Diploma in Applied Management (Project Management) and is a Certified Public Accountant.
Ma. Jasmine Dadis
ACCOUNTANT
Jasmine brings more than a decade of experience in management accounting, with expertise in analysing performance, managing costs, and improving operations. An accomplished professional, she holds multiple certifications and holds a Master's Degree in Business Informatics.
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Roja Rueda
ACCOUNTANT
Roja is an accountant with a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy and an MBA in Finance from an Australian university. With nearly six years of experience in micro-financing, she's skilled at helping clients and businesses navigate their finances. She has a strong passion for making sense of numbers and guiding people toward better financial decisions.
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Francess Faye Manansala
ACCOUNTING TRAINEE
Francess Faye is an accounting professional with a Bachelor's degree from the Philippines and a graduate diploma from Auckland University of Technology. She's focused on helping businesses with their finances and is keen to pursue the Chartered Accountant qualification in Aotearoa.
