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”

PREPARING FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR END AS THE BUSINESS

Most businesses have already entered their new financial year end since the first of March. Their year end being February. The fiscal year is 12 months long. I have compiled this blog to make things easier for your next financial year end. With summarised points below. 1. Bank ReconciliationTo really avoid the unnecessary discrepancy ofContinue reading “PREPARING FOR THE FINANCIAL YEAR END AS THE BUSINESS”

Questions to ask before you hire a Bookkeeper or an Accountant.

A bookkeeper and/or an accountant can help you reach the next level in business. This means it’s really important to find someone who is willing and excited to help you grow and grow with you. Finding someone you trust will allow you to focus on business strategies knowing the financial side is handled. 1. WhatContinue reading “Questions to ask before you hire a Bookkeeper or an Accountant.”

How to account for your taxes as a small business

Business tax returns can be complicated, and they vary based on the business structure. Running a small business often requires you to perform a wide variety of tasks you might not have to perform at a large business, one of which is filing small-business taxes. A business is a Provisional Tax payer thus income taxesContinue reading “How to account for your taxes as a small business”

PAYROLL TECHNICALITIES FROM AN EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE PERSPECTIVE

I am writing this blog at the right time where many employers are already in the middle of preparing their monthly payroll run. The objective of the blog is to breakdown the distinctive features of payroll from an employer and employee perspective. 1. EMPLOYEE – as an employee you do not worry much about theContinue reading “PAYROLL TECHNICALITIES FROM AN EMPLOYER AND EMPLOYEE PERSPECTIVE”