
ABOUT US
Meet the Director
SELINA TURNER

Like many before me, what started as a six-month stay in Queenstown back in 2013 turned into something much more permanent — and I’ve never looked back. All these years later, I still feel grateful to live and work in a place that continues to inspire me to make the most of every opportunity.
With a diverse background in bookkeeping and office management, I bring experience from industries such as construction, hospitality, real estate, beauty, and software development. This mix allows me to adapt easily and provide a personable yet professional approach to every client relationship.
I’ve always been fascinated by what separates a smooth, successful business from one constantly battling time and cash flow pressures. Over time, I’ve learned that the difference often comes down to having the right systems, structure, and leadership in place.
At Cadence Bookkeeping, we focus on building those strong foundations — ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and complete compliance with the IRD. My goal is to truly understand each client’s business and help them achieve lasting success through better systems, smarter processes, and meaningful collaboration.
Seeing how our work positively impacts small business owners is incredibly rewarding, and I continue to be motivated by the success and growth of every client we support.
Meet Our Team
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Lead Bookkeeper
GENE DE LEON
Gene is a Certified Public Accountant and Xero Certified Advisor with over 6 years of experience supporting businesses with bookkeeping, tax, and admin support. She’s known for her reliability, consistency, and strong client relationships, helping businesses stay compliant while making day-to-day operations more efficient.
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Senior Bookkeeper
RIA MANGAOIL
Ria is a Senior Bookkeeper and Accounting Technician with over 10 years of experience supporting businesses across multiple industries. She specialises in streamlining accounts and improving financial workflows, bringing a flexible, analytical approach to every client she works with.
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Bookkeeper
LJ MANLAPIG
LJ is a Xero Advisor Certified Bookkeeper with hands-on experience supporting businesses with accurate bookkeeping and adaptable admin support. Known for a calm, methodical approach, LJ enjoys learning new systems and tailoring solutions to suit each client’s needs.

Payroll & Bookkeeping Specialist
KATHERINE AITKEN
Katherine is an experienced bookkeeper with over 12 years experience across a wide range of industries. With expertise in Xero, payroll, reconciliations and GST, she brings a practical, detail-focused approach while helping clients keep their financial processes organised and running smoothly.
Embracing Change And New Approaches
Change can be intimidating, but it also brings opportunity. I stepped away from a traditional accounting firm because the old way of doing things no longer meets the challenges businesses face today.
Running a business has never been easy — and with so much uncertainty, traditional ideas about how businesses should operate are ready for innovation. Whether you’re a new business or an established one looking to modernise, I offer the experience and professionalism to support you at the level you want to grow into.
Less Clients, Lower Overheads, Better Service.
My goal is simple: to help you strengthen the financial and operational areas of your business so you can focus on what you do best — making money, growing your business, and doing the work that matters to you.
At Cadence, our focus goes beyond transactional bookkeeping. We see ourselves as an extension of your business, providing clarity, structure, and confidence around your financial position.
Cadence is a boutique bookkeeping agency focused on businesses that want to make the most of efficient systems.
Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Business
Outside of work, I enjoy everything Queenstown has to offer — mountain biking, trail running, motorbiking, hiking, and yoga. Staying active keeps my mind and body strong, and I bring that same energy and mindset to keeping my clients’ businesses fit and healthy.
We’re stepping into a brave new world — challenging, uncertain, but also full of opportunity with the right mindset. Own your business; don’t let it own you.
Cadence means rhythm — let’s work together to find your flow.
