• The importance of shareholding of a private company.

    There seems to be confusion about what is the difference between a director and a shareholder. The article will attempt to explain how it works and the importance of getting the paper work up to date as soon as a private company is registered. Director vs Shareholder Being a director of a company doesn’t automatically make you a shareholder. A director is seen as merely an employee of the company that has to attend to the day to day running of the operation. This is where the shareholders come in. They are the owners of the shares of the company, thus making them the owners of the company. They have…

  • Company Income Tax Returns

    How the process works. 1. Determining whether the company has a public officer Whether your company has a public officer appointed at SARS, will determine whether you can get access to eFiling. Without access to eFiling, it is not possible to submit your tax returns. All private companies, close corporations and non profit companies need to have a registered public officer at SARS. We can assist you to appoint a public officer at SARS. This is a very important step to take for all new companies, as well as for companies that are a few years old and have never submitted tax returns. This process can take up to 21…

  • Need to submit your private company’s tax returns??

    This week, SARS has sent out out notices to directors who have not submitted their private company’s tax returns, threatening them with criminal action. In this case, remedial action has to be taken immediately. How the process works. Submitting your tax returns isn’t as easy as registering a profile and submitting your returns. Before access can be gained to the eFiling tax profile, the company has to have a registered public officer. Click here to read more about public officers. Only once a public officer is appointed, can it be determined which returns are outstanding and whether there are admin penalties payable. Important to remember when submitting your tax returns.…

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    Why it is important for your company to have a registered public officer

    What is a public officer? The public officer is the contact person registered at SARS who is responsible for the tax matters of the private company. This also applies to close corporations and non profit companies. This person is responsible to ensure that all tax returns are submitted and money payable to SARS are being paid. What happens if there is no public officer registered? If the company does not have a registered public officer, the company will not be able to access eFiling. This means that the company will not be able to submit tax returns, register for other tax types like PAYE or obtain a tax clearance. Thus,…

  • Company Registration – SALE –

    Get a private company registered in 3 easy steps! We offer private company registration for only R350! Just follow the 3 steps below, and we will do the rest. This offer includes 1 name reservation, tax number and private company registration. Step 1 Complete the form below, ensure to complete all fields, and hit the submit button. Step 2 Upload a copy of the ID copy for each director. Then compile a Microsoft Word file and add the following details for each director: Step 3 Click on the link below to complete your payment. CHECKOUT VERY IMPORTANT – COMPANY NAMES It is important to submit at least 2 company names.…

  • How does beneficial ownership work?

    CIPC has incorporated a new process where companies need to submit their beneficial ownership to CIPC. This basically contains the details of any shareholder which holds more than 5% shares in a private company, or has more than 5% membership in a close corporation. This refers to amendments of the companies act 71 of 2008. Failure to submit the information will put the company in violation of the companies act of South Africa. The beneficial ownership falls into 2 categories, namely: Affected companies Affected companies refer to private companies who are controlled by or is a subsidiary of a regulated company. Non affected companies with beneficial ownership This is the…

  • What to consider when registering for VAT.

    Compulsory registration All private companies have to register for VAT within 21 days after the turnover for 12 consecutive months has passed R1m. Voluntary registration SARS looks at certain scenarios where a private company can voluntarily register for VAT. Some of these scenarios include: SARS have started to apply these rules more strictly in order to avoid corruption. This means that in some cases, where SARS believes that the abovementioned scenarios do not apply, they will ask for supporting documents. The turnaround time for them to inspect the documents, and decide whether to issue a VAT number is then 21 business days. We can assist clients in registering their private…

  • Business Registration Package

    Get a fully functional company registered for only R950. This offer includes the following: This will enable you to start trading, and make your business look professional. Simply click on the link below to get started. Register your company now!! AndreI have over 10 years experience in dealing with CIPC, tax and accounting matters.  I have been self employed for the last 5 years.  We always strive to give customers the best advise and service possible. cipcservices.co.za

  • Private Company Address Change

    It is important to have the correct address registered at CIPC for your company. This will ensure that you won’t have problems when you need FICA documents for the bank or SARS. It is important when dealing with SARS that the correct address for the company is shown on the company documents. Simply click on the link below and we will update your address details at CIPC. The cost is only R50. Update Your Address AndreI have over 10 years experience in dealing with CIPC, tax and accounting matters.  I have been self employed for the last 5 years.  We always strive to give customers the best advise and service…

  • Get Registered Now

    Don’t miss out on this great opportunity. Get a private company registered at CIPC for only R350. This includes the following: This will enable you to start trading immediately. Simply click on the link below. Register a Company Read more here about what needs to be done after your company is successfully registered. AndreI have over 10 years experience in dealing with CIPC, tax and accounting matters.  I have been self employed for the last 5 years.  We always strive to give customers the best advise and service possible. cipcservices.co.za