Monthly bookkeeping
We process and reconcile your transactions every month, so your books are always accurate and up to date.
Your accounting, payroll and tax — handled every month.
Smartbook gives South African SMEs a dedicated accountant and finance team for one fixed monthly fee. Books, payroll, VAT and tax — all done, all on time — so you can get back to running your business.
1,000+businesses served
4.7client rating
SARSregistered tax practitioner
Books up to date
Reviewed today
Management accounts — sent
VAT return — filed
Payroll — run
Your entire finance function, handled.
One team running the day-to-day accounting most owners dread — accurately, and on time, for one fixed monthly fee.
Payroll
Salaries, payslips, PAYE and UIF run for your team each month — accurate and on time, every time.
VAT & tax returns
VAT, PAYE, provisional and income tax prepared and submitted to SARS, with proactive tax planning built in.
Management accounts
Clear, jargon-free monthly reports so you always know exactly how the business is really doing.
Annual Financial Statements
Year-end AFS prepared and filed — ready for the bank, SARS, investors or a funding application.
Your own finance team
A dedicated accountant and payroll team who know your business — at a fraction of the cost of hiring in-house.
Businesses we've worked with
Your numbers, always up to date.
No more waiting until year-end to see how you're doing. We keep your books current and send clear management accounts every month — so you can make decisions with confidence.
- Monthly management accounts, in plain language
- Payroll, VAT and tax submitted on time, every time
- A dedicated accountant who knows your business
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This month
Up to date
Last reviewed today
Management accounts
Sent 3 MarPayroll & payslips
Run 25 FebVAT return (SARS)
Filed 25 FebBookkeeping
ReconciledBooks health
On track100%up to date
- Bookkeeping· Current
- Payroll & tax· Submitted
- Reporting· Sent
Next up
VAT return
Due 25 Mar — we'll handle it
Illustrative monthly overview
Simple, fixed monthly pricing.
Four fixed-price plans that scale with your turnover — from essential bookkeeping and annual statements to VAT and tax submissions. No hourly billing, no surprises.
Monthly bookkeepingAnnual financial statements1st & 2nd provisional tax returnsIncome tax return
Solo Essentials
For sole traders and non-VAT businesses with turnover under R1 million.
R2,750per month, excl. VAT
View plan- Monthly bookkeeping
- Annual financial statements
- 1st & 2nd provisional tax returns
- Income tax return
Most popular
Business Builder
For VAT-registered businesses with turnover between R1 million and R3 million.
R4,250per month, excl. VAT
View plan- Monthly bookkeeping
- Annual financial statements
- VAT submissions
- Provisional & income tax returns
Growth Finance
For VAT-registered businesses with turnover between R3 million and R6 million.
R5,500per month, excl. VAT
View plan- Monthly bookkeeping
- Annual financial statements
- VAT submissions
- Provisional & income tax returns
Scale Finance
For VAT-registered businesses with turnover between R6 million and R10 million.
R7,500per month, excl. VAT
View plan- Monthly bookkeeping
- Annual financial statements
- VAT submissions
- Provisional & income tax returns
Not sure which plan fits? Compare all plans or book a free call and we'll build one around your business.
Payroll, handled too.
Monthly payroll and SARS submissions priced by team size, with a simple once-off setup fee.
1–5 employees
Starting from
R750per month, excl. VAT
Once-off setup: R550
View payroll- Monthly payslips
- Leave management
- SARS EMP201
- SARS EMP501
- UIF declarations
6–10 employees
Starting from
R1,150per month, excl. VAT
Once-off setup: R900
View payroll- Monthly payslips
- Leave management
- SARS EMP201
- SARS EMP501
- UIF declarations
11–30 employees
Starting from
R2,250per month, excl. VAT
Once-off setup: R1,400
View payroll- Monthly payslips
- Leave management
- SARS EMP201
- SARS EMP501
- UIF declarations
31–50 employees
Starting from
R3,100per month, excl. VAT
Once-off setup: R1,850
View payroll- Monthly payslips
- Leave management
- SARS EMP201
- SARS EMP501
- UIF declarations
Technology we use
Trusted by South African owners who'd rather be running their business.
We keep the books, payroll and tax moving so you don't have to think about accounting again.
1,000+
businesses served
4.7★
client rating
SAIPA & SAICA
accredited
SARS
registered tax practitioner
Just need one-off company admin?
Company registrations, annual returns, beneficial ownership and tax registrations — handled without a monthly plan.
Questions, answered.
Everything South African business owners ask us before getting started. Still unsure? Send us a message — we reply fast.
hello@smartbookie.co.zaWhat's included in your monthly accounting?
Everything: monthly bookkeeping and reconciliations, payroll, VAT and tax returns, annual financial statements, and management accounts — all handled by a dedicated finance and payroll team for one fixed monthly fee.
Do you handle payroll and VAT as well?
Yes. We run your payroll each month — payslips, PAYE and UIF — and prepare and submit your VAT, provisional and income tax to SARS on time, with proactive tax planning so you never pay more than you should.
Can you take over from my current accountant or bookkeeper?
Absolutely. We handle the switch for you — collect your records, pick up where they left off, and get your books current — with no disruption to your business.
Do I need to be VAT registered to use Smartbook?
No. Solo Essentials is built for non-VAT registered businesses, while Business Builder, Growth Finance and Scale Finance suit VAT-registered businesses at different turnover levels. We'll recommend the right fit on a free call.
How much does it cost?
Plans start at R2,750 per month (excl. VAT) for Solo Essentials, with fixed monthly pricing and no hourly billing. See the accounting page for full plan details, or book a call for a custom quote.
Do you also handle CIPC and SARS registrations?
We do — company registrations, annual returns, beneficial ownership and tax registrations are available as once-off services too, whether or not you're on a monthly accounting plan.
One fixed fee. Your whole finance function.
Get your accounting off your plate today and keep it that way — no hourly billing, no surprises.
Book a free call1
Tell us about your business
A quick call to learn how yours runs. New company or established — we pick up exactly where you are.
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We handle the accounting
Bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and tax — all processed and submitted by your dedicated finance team.
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You get clear monthly reporting
Up-to-date management accounts and jargon-free reports, so you always know how the business is doing.