Expert Accounting Services for South African Businesses
From bookkeeping to tax compliance, we help South African SMEs stay compliant, save time, and make better financial decisions. Fixed pricing, no surprises.
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Comprehensive Accounting Solutions
From compliance to strategic advisory, we've got you covered.
Small Business Accounting & Monthly Bookkeeping
Professional monthly bookkeeping and financial management for your business.
- Monthly financial statements
- Bank reconciliation
- Creditors & debtors management
- Cash flow monitoring
Tax Returns — Individual & Company
Expert tax preparation and SARS submission with fast turnaround.
- Personal income tax (ITR12)
- Company tax (ITR14)
- Provisional tax
- Tax planning strategies
VAT Returns & Compliance
Hassle-free VAT registration, submissions, and compliance.
- VAT registration
- Monthly/bi-monthly returns
- VAT reconciliation
- SARS correspondence
Company Registration & CIPC Services
Register your company, CC, or make changes — fast and compliant.
- Pty Ltd registration
- Close Corporation
- BEE certificates
- Company changes
Annual Financial Statements
Professional AFS preparation compliant with IFRS and SA standards.
- Statement of financial position
- Comprehensive income
- Cash flow statement
- CIPC filing
Payroll Services
Complete payroll processing and compliance for your employees.
- Monthly payroll processing
- PAYE, UIF & SDL
- IRP5 certificates
- EMP201 submissions
Business Advisory Services
Strategic financial guidance to help your business grow profitably.
- Financial forecasting
- Business structuring
- Growth strategies
- Cost optimization
Why South African Businesses Choose Active Accounting
Fixed Transparent Pricing
No surprise invoices. Every service comes with a clear, agreed price upfront so you can budget with confidence.
SARS & CIPC Compliant
We stay current with South African tax laws and regulations so your business is always on the right side of the law.
Proactive Support
We don't wait for problems to arise. Our team flags issues early and reaches out before deadlines — not after.
Fast Turnaround
Urgent tax return? CIPC query? We work to tight deadlines without cutting corners on accuracy or compliance.
South African Expertise
100% focused on SA businesses. We understand local legislation, SARS requirements, and the challenges SMEs face.
Secure & Confidential
Your financial data is handled with bank-level confidentiality. We use encrypted, secure systems at every step.
How It Works — Simple, Transparent Process
Snapshot Timeline
Request a Quote
Accept Quote by Email
Start Onboarding
Send Your Documents
Pay Deposit & Sign
We Do the Work
Approve & Stay Compliant
Request a Quote
Submit your requirements via our quote form. We review your needs and prepare a fixed, transparent quote.
Accept Quote by Email
We email your quote with secure Accept / Decline links. Once accepted, your onboarding workflow is opened immediately.
Start Onboarding
Your file moves into onboarding and our team confirms scope, priorities, and required checklist items for your services.
Send Your Documents
Upload your documents securely via our portal or WhatsApp. We send you a personalised checklist so nothing gets missed.
Pay Deposit & Sign
Pay a 50% deposit and sign your engagement letter digitally. Work begins immediately — no delays, no chasing.
We Do the Work
Sit back while we handle your bookkeeping, tax submissions, payroll, and compliance — accurately and on time, every time.
Approve & Stay Compliant
Review and sign off on your work. Balance invoice issued on approval. SARS submission released upon final payment.
Clear checkpoints at every stage — our 4-gate flow protects both parties and keeps delivery aligned to approvals and payments.
Transparent Pricing — No Surprises
Starter
excl. VAT
- Monthly bookkeeping (up to 100 transactions)
- 1 x bank account reconciliation
- Monthly management reports
Growth
excl. VAT
- Monthly bookkeeping (up to 300 transactions)
- VAT returns included
- Payroll for up to 5 employees
Scale
excl. VAT
- Unlimited transactions
- VAT, payroll & tax returns
- Dedicated senior accountant
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- Customised quote for your business
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- No long-term contracts or hidden fees
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