Best accountants in Greenshields Park, Eastern Cape


Receive no-obligation quotes from reviewed, rated & trusted
Accountants in minutes.


Top accountants near you

Browse the best accountant experts and compare ratings and reviews.


Fenns Incorporated

Walmer, Port Elizabeth, EC (2.5km from Greenshields Park)
Fenns Incorporated is a South Africa-wide accounting and auditing firm built on principles of professionalism and integrity; committed to the sustainable evolution and development of our staff and clients. We provide Financial Accounting, Tax, Audit, Advisory and Statutory services to businesses and Individuals.

Francis Reed & Co

Cotswold, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.6km from Greenshields Park)
Effective Accounting, Taxation and Bookkeeping Services for businesses and individuals Looking for a dynamic professional firm of Chartered Accountants and Taxation Practitioners based in Port Elizabeth? Francis Reed & Co is your solution. We have been looking after our clients accounting and taxation needs for more than twenty years. We are a highly motivated and qualified team with many years of experience, both in the accounting profession and in commerce and industry. Whatever your bookkeeping, accounting or taxation needs, we, as Chartered Accountants are ideally suited to attend to them. As individuals we have varied professional qualifications and backgrounds; as...

Vosloo Konsult

Cotswold, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.6km from Greenshields Park)
The directors at Vosloo Konsult believe enthusiastically that their business offers its clients a unique financial consultancy experience. They feel strongly about the relationships they develop with each client. It is this relationship dynamic that defines the Vosloo Konsult service as an experience beyond merely a financial process. As a firm of family directors, the Vosloo’s bring the mutual respect and trust of their family directorship into their business directorship - with each other and therefore also with their clients. Their underpinning family values characterise the professional delivery and innovative financial solutions they consider to be non-negotiable in their service...

Francis Reed & Co

Cotswold, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.6km from Greenshields Park)
We have been providing accounting and tax services to our valued clients for more than twenty-five years. Contacts us today.

Synthesys

Walmer, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
Tax Services Estate Planning Training & Coaching Bookkeeping & Administration Services Personal Finance Management

BRADLEY & VAN DER MERWE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS

Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
In order to assist the management of a business enterprise it is important to have key financial information throughout the year. We offer a monthly accounting package whereby the owner of the business must focus on five key elements of the business i.e. a) stock b) invoicing c) credit control d) receipts and banking e) petty cash The remainder of the work is outsourced to us to produce a management reporting pack and ensure that all monthly returns are submitted. Our staff are able to assist you with regular bookkeeping, budgets and cashflows.

Landman Van Rensburg

Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
To be an accounting, taxation and business financial advisory services firm of choice for individuals as well as Small and Medium enterprises. To provide small to medium business owners and tax liable individuals with business advice, company secretarial, accounting and taxation services at an affordable rate and in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Financial statements will be prepared by competent and qualified staff who will ensure that the financial statements comply with the prescribed accounting framework relative to the business. Personnel that keep abreast of the latest tax developments will ensure that tax calculations conform to tax legislation and tax...

A F B GROUP

Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
Specialty areas are: Accounting Services Bookkeeping Services Taxation Services Payroll Administration Company Secretarial Services Statutory Registrations Close Corporations and Company Registrations Business Consulting Business Plans Submission of Statutory Returns Pastel Software – Sales & Training

PFG and Associates

Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
PFG and Associates offer advisory services in estate planning, the formation of trusts and acting as independent trustees for clients. Through our accredited associates, we also facilitate wealth advisory services to ensure your financial planning and future is taken care of and fits into your long-term growth plans

T I A M Services

Newton Park, Port Elizabeth, EC (4.8km from Greenshields Park)
Vision and values constitute the core principle of our organisation – it is that which will assure its sustainability and growth. The practice offers, in addition to accounting and taxation services, a very diverse range of services capable of meeting our clients every need, be the client an individual, trust or corporation. The practice has a reputation for the efficient finalisation of tasks and employs a pro-active approach when dealing with problems. No task is considered too large or too small at T.I.A.M Services. T.I.A.M Services will endeavor to provide our clients with sound advice based on current legislation, without...




Hire the best accountant

Search Uptasker for the top accountants and bookkeepers - read and compare ratings and reviews


Why do I need an accountant?

If one likens a company or business to a human body, the accountant may be seen as the circulatory system, ensuring that the financial resources are controlled and available as needed in order for the company to survive and profit. As such, an accountant is vital to the smooth running of the company.

Qualifications of an accountant

An accountant is, by definition, more than a bookkeeper (see Uptasker’s articles on Bookkeepers for information). He (or she) has obtained a B.Com Accounting degree or an equivalent CA(SA) undergraduate qualification at a SAICA (South African Institute of Chartered Accountants) accredited university. Once the degree has been completed, it is necessary to complete the Certificate in the Theory of Accounting (CTA), which focuses on Accounting, Auditing, Financial Management and Taxation.

The accountant then enters into a 3-year on-site apprenticeship and practical training period in a Registered Training Office (RTO) if planning to specialise in auditing, or an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) in order to specialise in financial management. This qualifies the accountant to accurately assess and control all financial matters through the keeping of detailed financial records, including the provision of advice and guidance relating to financial matters. There is a difference between a bookkeeper and an accountant, in that only an accountant is qualified to sign off annual accounts and present these to the external auditors for review.

Types of accountant

An accountant may be permanently employed by a small company, business or organisation, or be part of the team of a large national or international corporation. Alternatively, an accountant may be employed as and when needed in the case of smaller companies or businesses which do not have high financial turnovers and therefore do not need a permanent full-time accountant. Self-employed accountants are an ideal solution for small enterprises, as they are able to assist when needed, but are not permanent employees which smaller businesses cannot afford.

In addition, there are external specialised forensic accountants who are independently appointed to look into possible financial irregularities or suspected fraud in companies. Such accountants are highly skilled and experienced in laws relating to financial affairs.

Accountant’s duties

An accountant is responsible for all matters relating to the financial affairs of the organisation for which he or she works. Although there may be more junior clerical staff working under the accountant, it is the accountant’s responsibility to ensure that all matters of finance are accurate, up-to-date, in line with legal requirements, open to scrutiny and above reproach.

The accountant is tasked with ensuring that management is kept informed of the financial affairs of the company, and will provide advice and guidance when needed. He is given the overall responsibility of ensuring that creditors are paid timeously, and that debtors settle their accounts as agreed, thereby ensuring a steady flow of income into the company.

The accountant is also responsible for ensuring that the company’s employees are paid correctly and on time. The accountant is an integral and vital member of any business, for many reasons.

Choosing the right accountant

Check their reputation and online reviews

Accountants who form part of the permanent workforce are selected with extreme care, bearing in mind their qualifications, skills and experience. However, for those smaller businesses which choose to use an external accountant, it is wise to appoint an accountant who has an excellent reputation.

Whilst accountants can and do widely advertise their services, it is advisable to find out if they are well known, how long they have been in operation, whether they are reliable and affordable for your particular needs, and, if available, who else they are working for. Make use of a reliable and informative resource such as Uptasker where possible to check their reviews and range of services.




Top accounting tips

Top accounting tips

Even small businesses will find the services of an accountant invaluable, especially when it comes to taxation matters, collecting debtors’ payments and preparing annual accounts for inspection by the auditors (if you have a (Pty) Ltd company). A bookkeeper can assist you to a large degree, but an accountant is your safe haven at the end of the financial year.

For more tips, see our accountant articles.


Read Accountant articles