Transparent & Affordable Tax & Accounting Pricing for Businesses in South Africa
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At Evergreen Accounting, we believe in simple, transparent, and predictable pricing for all our accounting, tax, bookkeeping, and payroll services.
Whether you're a startup, freelancer, or an established business, we offer affordable monthly packages to keep your finances compliant, optimized, and stress-free.
Our All-inclusive Accounting,
Bookkeeping, Payroll,
Compliance and Tax Services
from Just R3,500 p/m.
You get:
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How We Determine Pricing for Our Accounting & Tax Services
At Evergreen Accounting, we believe in transparent, fair, and flexible pricing that reflects the true value of our services.
We charge for an all-inclusive service throughout the year, which means that some months will require significantly more work than others. For example:
Yet, despite these fluctuations, our pricing remains consistent and predictable throughout the year—so you always know what to budget for.
Every Client is a VIP—No Tiers, Just Full Access
Unlike many firms that offer tiered services, every client at Evergreen Accounting receives full access to our expertise.
How Our Pricing Works
Our base cost is R3,500 per month, which covers: Unlimited advisory on tax, labour law, accounting best practices, business strategy & more for your company.
Annual financial statements, tax returns, and general SARS and CIPC compliance.
Regular communication and financial guidance throughout the year.
Beyond this base fee, pricing is determined by the actual workload, complexity, and time required, using these general guidelines:
Revenue-Based Pricing
- For every R1 million in revenue, expect around R1,000 per month on top of the base cost.
Employee-Based Pricing
- For every employee, expect around R250 per month above the base cost (for payroll, IRP5, UIF, and compliance).
VAT Compliance Considerations
- If your business falls under Category C VAT (monthly VAT submissions instead of bi-monthly), this adds an additional workload, so pricing will be adjusted accordingly.
However, these are flexible guidelines, and we always adjust based on the specific business structure and workload.
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Pricing in Action – Real Examples
To give you a clearer idea of how pricing is determined, here are some examples:
Example 1: A Start-up or Small Business with Simple Transactions
- Revenue: under R1 million per year
- Employees: 1
- Not VAT registered
- Transaction volume: Low (10-50)
Estimated Monthly Fee: R3,500/month
Example 2: A Growing Business with More Complexity
- Revenue: R10 million per year
- Employees: 15
- VAT: Category A/B (bi-monthly VAT submissions)
- Transaction volume: Moderate (100-200)
Estimated Monthly Fee: R15,250/month
(R3,500 base + R10,000 for revenue + R3,750 for employees)
Example 3: A High-Revenue Business with Minimal Transactions
- Revenue: R100 million per year
- Employees: 3
- VAT: Category C (monthly VAT submissions)
- Transaction volume: Very low (5-10 invoices per month)
Estimated Monthly Fee: ~R10,000/month
(Despite the high revenue, the workload is minimal, so pricing is reduced accordingly.)
Example 4: A Low-Revenue Business with Extremely High Transaction Volume
- Revenue: R1 million per year
- Employees: 3
- VAT: Category B (bi-monthly VAT submissions)
- Transaction volume: 5,000+ transactions per month
Estimated Monthly Fee: R15,000 - R20,000/month
(Even though revenue is low, the sheer volume of transactions increases workload significantly.)
Example 5: Multi-Company Groups & International Businesses
We also work with clients who own multiple businesses, branches, or subsidiaries, including international companies with Reserve Bank regulations, internal controls, and consolidation requirements.
For these more complex business structures, pricing is higher due to:
Consolidated financial statements – Managing financials across multiple entities.
Reserve Bank compliance – Assisting with cross-border financial regulations.
Internal financial controls & auditing – Ensuring proper checks and balances.
Multiple VAT, payroll, and tax filings – Managing compliance across all entities.
However, because these businesses operate as a group, they still benefit from economies of scale.
We offer a 30% discount for each additional company, which significantly reduces overall costs compared to hiring separate accountants for each entity.
Large Business Group Example: Fully Outsourced Accounting Department
Client Profile:
- Revenue: R50 – R100 million+ per year
- Business Structure: 2-5 companies or branches, possibly international
- Compliance Needs: SARS, Reserve Bank, internal controls, and tax structuring
- Services Provided:
Bookkeeping & monthly reporting for each entity
Tax practitioner services & compliance
Secretarial & CIPC compliance
Management accounting & financial strategy
Internal auditing & financial controls
Estimated Monthly Fee: R40,000 – R80,000/month
(This provides a fully outsourced accounting department, replacing the need for in-house financial staff.)
The Result?
- Huge savings vs. hiring a full internal finance team (which could cost R2M+ annually).
- Seamless financial management across multiple entities with expert oversight.
- Peace of mind knowing that compliance, tax, and financial strategy are fully handled.
Is Your Business Expanding & Needing Advanced Financial Management or Part-time CFO / FD Services?
If you have multiple companies, branches, or an international presence, we can build a tailored accounting solution that keeps costs down while ensuring full compliance and optimal financial management.
Price Discovery & Adjustments
Since every business is unique, we typically have a price discovery period of 1-2 months, where we: Start at an estimated price based on expected workload.
Assess the actual time and complexity involved.
Adjust pricing accordingly and then lock it in for a while—unless there’s a major change (e.g., increased transactions, more employees, or a significant rise in revenue).
This ensures fairness and flexibility, so you’re always paying for the service level that matches your business needs.
Bottom Line: A Fair & Transparent Approach to Pricing
Our pricing is NOT just about revenue—it’s about real workload.
Every client gets the same VIP access to our full range of expertise.
We focus on long-term relationships, ensuring your business thrives.
If you’re unsure what your pricing might look like, let’s chat! We’ll assess your needs and provide an estimated monthly fee that’s fair, transparent, and customized to your business.
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