Tax Without the Terror
SARS is becoming more digital and more aggressive with penalties. The days of 'flying under the radar' are over. We give you a proactive tax strategy that keeps you compliant and tax-efficient.
- Expert filing of Corporate Income Tax (ITR14) returns
- Optimization of allowable deductions to legally minimize tax
- Handling of Provisional Tax (IRP6) to avoid underestimation penalties
- Review of past returns to check for missed refunds
- Full liaison with SARS on your behalf
Strategic Compliance
We focus on three key areas of corporate tax.
The ITR14 Return
The annual report card. We ensure your AFS figures match your declaration perfectly. We scrutinize every expense to ensure it meets the "production of income" test for deductibility.
Provisional Tax
The cash flow killer. SARS imposes 20% penalties for underestimating your provisional tax. We use accurate YTD figures to ensure your estimate is safe but not excessive.
Small Business Tax
Are you eligible? If you turnover less than R20m, you may qualify for Small Business Corporation (SBC) tax rates, which are significantly lower than the standard 27%. We check your eligibility.
Who This Is For
Active Pty Ltd Companies
Any South African company that earns income and must file an annual ITR14 return and bi-annual IRP6 provisional tax estimates with SARS.
Profitable Businesses Needing Tax Planning
Companies making good profit who need advanced tax planning to utilize Section 11 deductions, wear-and-tear allowances, and SBC tax rates.
Dormant Companies
Entities that have not traded but still need to file specific nil returns to keep their CIPC and SARS status active and avoid administrative penalties.
Non-Compliant Businesses
Companies that are years behind on ITR14 filings and need a specialist team to catch up, negotiate penalties, and restore Tax Clearance.
Companies Under SARS Verification
Businesses whose ITR14 has been selected for verification or audit and need professional representation to respond to SARS document requests.
Problems We Solve
A missed deadline or unclaimed deduction costs real money. We prevent both.
- ITR14 return filed late or not at all—triggering monthly administrative penalties that accumulate rapidly
- Provisional tax (IRP6) underestimated by more than 20%—resulting in SARS underestimation penalties on assessment
- Legitimate business expenses not claimed as deductions—paying more tax than legally required
- SARS verification triggered after ITR14 submission—documents requested but no one managing the response
- Tax Clearance Certificate blocked because outstanding ITR14 returns have not been submitted for prior years
- AFS figures don't match the ITR14 declaration—triggering reconciliation queries from SARS
Professional ITR14 filing and provisional tax management for compliant, tax-efficient businesses.
The Filing Lifecycle
A year-round process, not just a once-off event.
Assessment & Planning
We review your financial statements before the tax season starts to estimate your liability and identify deduction opportunities.
Provisional Filing
In August and February, we file your IRP6 Provisional Tax returns to spread your tax burden and avoid underestimation penalties.
Final Calculation
Once AFS are signed, we perform the final tax computation, adding back non-deductible expenses and applying all available allowances.
Submission & Verification
We submit the ITR14 on eFiling. If SARS triggers a verification, we handle all document uploads and queries on your behalf.
Prerequisites & Documents
Prepare these before tax season for the fastest turnaround.
- Signed Annual Financial Statements (AFS) for the tax year being filed
- Trial balance and general ledger detail for the financial year
- Fixed asset register with additions, disposals, and depreciation schedules
- Director and shareholder details (for SBC qualification check)
- Prior year ITR14 assessment and any SARS correspondence
- Bank statements and supporting schedules for significant expenses claimed as deductions
- ITR14 corporate income tax return filed and confirmed on SARS eFiling
- IRP6 provisional tax estimates filed twice per year (August and February)
- Tax computation worksheet showing all deductions claimed and add-backs applied
- SARS assessment notice reviewed and reconciled against submitted return
- Verification response package prepared and submitted if SARS requests supporting documents
- Tax payment reference numbers (PRNs) generated for all amounts due
Timeline & Turnaround
What can cause delays: Unsigned AFS, missing trial balance data, outstanding prior-year returns, or active SARS audit cases can extend filing timelines.
Benefits of Professional ITR14 Filing
Legally minimized tax liability—every allowable deduction identified and claimed correctly
No underestimation penalties—provisional tax estimates calculated accurately using real YTD figures
Tax Clearance Certificate maintained—all ITR14 returns filed and assessments reconciled
SARS verification handled professionally—documents submitted on time with expert representation
SBC tax rate qualification checked—potentially saving thousands at the lower tax bracket
Complete audit trail maintained—supporting every deduction claimed in case of future SARS queries
How We Work
We believe good accounting starts with structure and consistency. Our approach is designed to give business owners clarity without unnecessary complexity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is my business tax return due?
Companies must file their ITR14 annual return within 12 months of their financial year-end. However, Provisional Tax (IRP6) payments are due every 6 months—in August and February for standard year-ends. Missing either deadline triggers automatic penalties.
What is Provisional Tax (IRP6)?
It is not a separate tax, but a way of paying your income tax in advance. SARS requires you to estimate your profit twice a year and pay tax on it immediately, rather than waiting for the year-end assessment. Underestimating by more than 20% triggers additional penalties.
Can I deduct my home office expenses?
Only under very specific conditions. If you have a dedicated room used exclusively for trade, and it is your regular place of work, you may claim a portion of rent, rates, and utilities. SARS audits this aggressively, so we ensure your claim meets all legal requirements.
What happens if I don't file my ITR14?
SARS now imposes monthly administrative penalties for every month a return is outstanding. These penalties can accumulate to thousands of Rands and will block your Tax Clearance Certificate, preventing you from tendering or opening new bank facilities.
Do you handle personal tax for directors too?
Yes. Using the same firm for both company and director tax is strategic because salary structures, dividends tax, and director loan accounts all affect both the company and individual assessments. We optimize across both.
What is SBC tax and do I qualify?
Small Business Corporation (SBC) tax rates offer significantly lower tax brackets for qualifying companies with turnover under R20 million. However, strict criteria apply—including shareholder restrictions and the nature of income. We assess your eligibility before every filing.
What happens during a SARS verification?
SARS may request supporting documents after you submit your ITR14—typically AFS, bank statements, and schedules for specific deductions. We prepare a complete response package and submit it via eFiling within the SARS deadline to prevent auto-assessment.
How do I pay SARS after filing?
We generate a Payment Reference Number (PRN) for you. You can then pay via EFT, your banking app's SARS eFiling payment function, or at any SARS branch. We provide the exact amount and due date to avoid interest charges.