In the pursuit of operating our businesses we also build relationships that are professional and beneficial to our entities. This includes having to offer your goods or services on credit to your customers / clients. In a form of the “Get it now and pay later” system. Bear in mind that this is the incomeContinue reading “The Process of Accounts Receivable”
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Full Cycle Accounts Payable Defined
Accounting is one of the important parts of any business so is accounts payable. It is one of the critical components of accounting. A proper accounting payable process service ensures a healthy financial position of the organization and provides a better environment for growth. Proper accounts payable helps build a better reputation for the organization. The full cycleContinue reading “Full Cycle Accounts Payable Defined”
Financial Terms that every business owner should know and understand
As a business owner there are a few financial terms you need to know in order to understand your finances.I am going to break them down and explain them in plain English. Because jargon is no fun at all, and really, they aren’t difficult to understand. 1. Gross Income Gross income is the amount ofContinue reading “Financial Terms that every business owner should know and understand”
Small Business Taxes you must know about
1. Income Tax– Income tax is the tax you pay on any money your business earns. Each year, you need to lodge a tax return to tell the South African Receiver of Revenue ( SARS) how much money your business has made and how much tax you are expected to pay. This will be determinedContinue reading “Small Business Taxes you must know about”
The benefits of outsourcing Bookkeeping and Accounting functions in your business.
1. Cost Savings– To succeed in business, accurate and timely financial records are vital. They can help you determine if the business is making money or losing it. Your financial records indicate if your business is financially sound or if adjustments need to be made. Outsourcing your bookkeeping can improve both the accuracy of yourContinue reading “The benefits of outsourcing Bookkeeping and Accounting functions in your business.”
EMPLOYER PAYROLL GUIDE
The main objective of a dedicated Payroll function in any organization is the satisfaction of people getting their paychecks on time, with the correct calculations. What is the function of a payroll department? Payroll professionals manage employees’ financial data and are typically responsible for processing paychecks and other payments, keeping time records, and handling anyContinue reading “EMPLOYER PAYROLL GUIDE”
TAX BLOG: INCOME TAX AND VAT
1. Briefly explain the difference between Income Tax and Value Added Tax?– Income tax is a direct tax levied by the governments (SARS – South African Revenue Services ) on businesses and individuals that conduct their operations inside their jurisdiction’s borders. It is a direct tax as a result of earnings/ Income. – VAT –Continue reading “TAX BLOG: INCOME TAX AND VAT”
What happens when I don’t make use of the business bank account yet the business is trading?
What happens when I don’t make use of the business bank account yet the business is trading? I am not sure how best to respond to the above question other than say “it is a self sabotage” When a business is registered, it is given its own legal entities. Name of operation, registration number, taxContinue reading “What happens when I don’t make use of the business bank account yet the business is trading?”
YEAR END CHECKLIST FOR BUSINESS OWNERS
This is the last blog entry for the year and I just thought it would be befitting enough for every business owner to do a bit of “stocktake” with regards to their business standing. I have realised that many business owners do not really know their businesses legal entities and how and when to maintainContinue reading “YEAR END CHECKLIST FOR BUSINESS OWNERS”
How do you know that the company afford to obtain more credit facility?
Taking on a debt if you have a reasonable need, a sound financial track record, a firm financial history, and stable business, most banks, finance institutions, investors, etc will be willing to lend you the money. Funds are required for different reasons. It could be the need of cash itself, or the need for the financing to purchase machinery or more equipments, even better acquiring big assets such as a property. It is alwaysContinue reading “How do you know that the company afford to obtain more credit facility?”
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