meet the team
UPSHOT NZ
Meet Chris & Jill
We started Upshot NZ Ltd in 2014 with the goal of helping small businesses succeed. With over 30 years of industry experience respectively, we're experts at working alongside small business owners to assist with accounts, bookkeeping, payroll, health and safety, and much more.
We like to say, "do what you do best, and we'll do the rest". It's about saving you time, money, and stress, unburdening you of your paperwork, making sure your accounts are in order, and helping your business run smoothly and successfully.
Our team is made up of contractors, meaning they have the experience and know-how when it comes to running a business. They work from the Upshot office as well as from home, with flexible working hours - so they're available when you need them!
We're true-blue Kiwis with a love of the great outdoors that's only matched by our love of our kids and grandkids.
the upshot team
Jill Fryer
Jill started her own business, A&F Services in 2011, which was later renamed to Upshot NZ Ltd when Chris joined as Co-Director in 2014. Her industry backgrounds are manufacturing, forestry, logging, concrete masonry, ready mixed concrete, trades, rental and in fact most Small – Medium Enterprises.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- Xero Payroll
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Diploma in Business Management
- Active member of ICBNZ (Institute of Certified Bookers NZ)
- Active member of ATAINZ (Accountants & Tax Agents Institute NZ)
- Regional Director of ICBNZ
Phone: 027 247 7116
Email: jill@upshotnz.co.nz
Chris Fryer
Chris joined Jill in 2014 when they established their company Upshot NZ Ltd. He has managed small and large businesses in various industries including concrete masonry, precast concrete, ready mix concrete, building materials, IT software, road transport and logistics, industry training (ITO).
He has also managed health and safety on large sites plus assisted many small business owners with their health and safety requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
- Diploma in Business Management
- Trainer – Adult Literacy & Numeracy
- Health & Safety
- Xero Advisor
- Active member of ATAINZ (Accountants & Tax Agents Institute NZ)
- Active member of NZISM (NZ Institute of Safety Management)
- Active member of BOP Safety Liaison Group
Phone: 021 081 72557
Email: chris@upshotnz.co.nz
Roxanne Fox
Roxanne started at Upshot in July 2017 as an accounting technician. She has a wealth of knowledge in Xero and all facets of bookkeeping and accounting. Roxanne’s industry backgrounds are trades, motels, manufacturing, real estate, rental properties and retail services.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- Xero Payroll
- Certificate in Business Administration and Computing
- Diploma in Business
- Active member of ICBNZ & ATAINZ
Phone: 027 819 0021
Email: roxanne@upshotnz.co.nz
Lois Fryer
Lois joined Upshot in April 2021 and has a wealth of knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting. Her industry backgrounds include agriculture and transport.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- NZ Diploma in Business (Small Business Management)
- Certificate in Teaching Adult Learners
Phone: 021 040 7051
Email: lois@upshotnz.co.nz
Nadine Loots
Nadine started contracting to Upshot in June 2021. She has over 10 years of office experience including Payroll, Debtors, Creditors and Bank Reconciliations. She also has experience in different accounting software.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- Xero Payroll
Phone: 021 1689725
Email: nadine@upshotnz.co.nz
Rachel Kilgour
Rachel started contracting to Upshot in September 2019 as an accounting technician. She has a wide range of accounting software experience covering all levels of bookkeeping and accounting. Rachel’s industry backgrounds are manufacturing (horticultural and clothing) retail, wholesale and service industries.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- Xero Payroll
Phone: 027 712 2511
Email: rachel@upshotnz.co.nz
Clare O’Kane
Claire started at Upshot in June 2023. She has over 33 years of experience working in accounts for various industries including, Nursing and Care homes, Veterinary services, Chartered Accountants.
Qualifications and Experience
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- Xero Advisor
- Xero Payroll
- International Association of Bookkeepers
Phone: 020 4000 7615
Email: clare@upshotnz.co.nz
Sarah Hunt
Sarah joined Upshot on 31st July 2023 as an Administrator. Her key roles are business administration and new client on-boarding processing. Her industry background includes Kitchen manufacture and installation, Scaffolding, and associated building sub trades.
Qualifications and Experience
- Xero Advisor
- Diploma in Business
- Certificate in Administration
Phone: 027 209 8515
Email: sarah@upshotnz.co.nz
TESTIMONIALS
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
“Totally professional and knowledgeable. Very friendly and approachable. They talk plain English to you so you are not left wondering what you’re supposed to be doing, how, when, etc. So refreshing to talk and deal with real people in such an IT oriented world where you hardly even get to speak to a real person at the end of the phone these days. Very easy to understand, accommodating, and they really make you feel like they are there working for you to ensure you peace of mind as opposed to simply working to make an income. Make you feel valued as a person and an individual, not just a “client”. Would definitely recommend.”
Rosalie
“Jill and Chris and Kathryn are the best thing that I could ever wish for my business. They are efficient and always available to talk to. I cannot speak more highly of them and the service that they provide. Their work is excellent. Thank you.”
Da Silva Autos Ltd
“All of them are amazing and very helpful.”