From bookkeeping and VAT returns to management accounts and annual financial statements — handled by qualified professionals so you can focus on growing your business.
South African businesses face one of the most complex compliance environments in the world — SARS submissions, VAT returns, CIPC filings, IFRS financial statements, and BEE reporting all demand specialist attention.
Most owner-managed businesses attempt to handle this themselves or rely on a single bookkeeper — leading to errors, missed deadlines, and missed opportunities. Outsourcing to Imali gives you a full finance team at a fraction of the cost of employing one.
See Our PackagesOur accounting services are built around the full financial lifecycle of a South African business — from daily transaction processing through to annual statutory reporting.
Accurate, timely recording of all income, expenses, and bank transactions using cloud-based accounting software (Sage, or QuickBooks). Full bank, debtor, creditor, and VAT reconciliations every month.
Monthly or quarterly management accounts giving you a clear picture of your business performance — income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement, and variance analysis against budget.
Full management of your VAT affairs — registration, monthly or bi-monthly VAT201 submissions, input/output tax reconciliations, and liaison with SARS on any queries or audits.
Preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS for SMEs or IFRS, reviewed or compiled by qualified accountants — suitable for bank submissions, shareholders, and SARS.
Preparation and submission of company income tax returns (IT14), provisional tax (IRP6), and personal income tax (ITR12) for directors and sole proprietors. Tax planning to minimise your lawful liability.
Annual returns, beneficial ownership declarations, director changes, registered address updates, and new company registrations — all filed with CIPC on time to keep your company in good standing.
Full accounts receivable and payable processing — invoice capturing, age analysis, supplier reconciliations, and debtor follow-ups to keep your cash flow healthy.
Annual budget preparation and rolling forecasts to keep your business on track. Monthly budget-vs-actual reporting with commentary to support informed management decisions.
Preparation of BEE schedules, ownership structures, and supporting documentation for your annual BEE verification — critical for businesses supplying to government or corporate clients.
All our accounting work is done on leading cloud platforms — Sage Business Cloud, or QuickBooks Online. Your books are always up to date, accessible from anywhere, and fully backed up. No more chasing spreadsheets or waiting for a year-end scramble.
Because we work in the cloud, load shedding never disrupts your financial records or our ability to meet SARS deadlines. You get real-time visibility into your numbers — on your phone, tablet, or laptop — whenever you need them.
Switching to outsourced accounting is simpler than you think. We handle the migration and are usually fully operational within one week.
We review your current accounting setup, software, compliance status, and pain points — at no charge and with no obligation.
We migrate your books to the cloud, reconcile any backlogs, and get your accounts up to date — quickly and cleanly.
We process transactions, reconcile accounts, submit VAT returns, and deliver management reports — every month without fail.
We prepare your annual financial statements, submit your income tax return, and handle all CIPC and SARS compliance.
No surprise invoices. No hourly billing. One fixed monthly fee that covers everything in your package.
Packages are based on monthly transaction volumes. We'll recommend the right tier during your free consultation.
For sole proprietors, freelancers, and micro-businesses with straightforward finances. Up to 50 transactions per month.
For growing SMEs that need monthly management accounts and full SARS compliance. 51–200 transactions per month.
For established businesses with complex needs — multi-entity, high volumes, or requiring a virtual CFO function. 200+ transactions.
All pricing excludes VAT. Payroll services available as an add-on or as a separate package — see our Payroll Services page. View Payroll Pricing →
Tailor your package with additional services priced transparently.
Full outsourced payroll for your team. PAYE, UIF, SDL, IRP5s, and SARS submissions.
Representation and correspondence with SARS on assessments, audits, and objections.
New (Pty) Ltd, NPC, or trust registration including MOI drafting and SARS tax number.
A 12-month cash flow model to support funding applications or business planning.
Full preparation of your BEE verification pack and liaison with your verification agency.
Application for tax clearance certificates for tenders, emigration, or good standing.
Book a free, no-obligation consultation. We'll review your current setup and recommend the right package — usually within 24 hours.
