Fuel Your Financial Success
Monthly Accounting Services Tailored To Your Needs
Welcome to Morningside Consulting and Training Group (MCTG Consulting), industry leaders in outsourced accounting services. We provide trusted financial expertise through structured processes. We will help you refine your vision, identify potential challenges, and implement a clear, achievable strategy to ensure that your business and individual accounting needs remain scalable, resilient and compliant.
At MCTG Consulting, we believe that small and large businesses should enjoy a level of support that propels them forward, which is why we offer a structured service that addresses the full spectrum of bookkeeping and compliance needs of our clients. For a fixed monthly fee, our service includes all financial accounting, payroll processing, VAT returns, SARS compliance, monthly management accounts, as well as support from a technical expert in all matters pertaining to the stratgy and finance needs of your business or individual needs.
Our team of senior professionals have been servicing audit, accounting, business and company secretarial needs for South African and multinational companies for decades. Our outsourced accounting services offering and businesses need syndicated, outsourced, virtual or fixed price monthly accounting services with a range of competitively priced accounting packages.
Why do you need Accounting Services?
- Improve cash flow
- Real-time financial information
- Better collaboration between accountants and the business
- Best practices on compliance
- Access to global expertise in accounting, corporate tax and income tax
- Innovative and integrated business applications
- Compliance, peace of mind
- Streamlined accounting services and less paperwork
- Data and information security
Get in touch to learn more about our monthly packages from R4,500 ex VAT. Switching to MCTG Consulting’s Cloud Accounting is easier than you think!
Accounting & Bookkeeping Hourly Rates
Hourly billing is common for consulting, tax advisory, audits, and forensic accounting, where work is customized and requires expertise. Below are the standard hourly rates:
| Service | Hourly Rate (ZAR) |
| Junior Bookkeeper | R400 – R600 |
| Senior Bookkeeper | R600 – R900 |
| Accountant | R900 – R1, 500 |
| Senior Accountant/CFO | R1,500 – R3,000 |
| Tax Practitioner | R900 – R2, 000 |
| Forensic Accountant | R2,500 – R5, 000 |
| Auditor | R1, 800 – R3, 500 |
Why Hourly Rates Matter: Accountants must factor in expertise, complexity, and risk. A simple bookkeeping task may take a few hours pe month, while forensic or tax audit services require deep investigation and legal risk.
Fixed-Fee Accounting Services (By Task)
Our all-Inclusive Accounting Packages – Prices From R4,500 per month
Many businesses prefer fixed-fee accounting services for predictability and budgeting. Below is a pricing guide based on industry-standard rate for 2025.
- Bookkeeping & Financial Management
Bookkeeping is essential for accurate financial records, tax compliance, and cash flow tracking.
| Service | Fee Range (ZAR) |
| Monthly Bookkeeping (Small Business) | R3, 000 – R7,500 |
| Monthly Bookkeeping (Medium Business) | R7,500 – R15,000 |
| Monthly Bookkeeping (Large Business) | R15,000 – R35,000 |
| Catch-up Bookkeeping (per Financial Year) | R10,000 – R50,000 |
| Bank Reconciliation (Per Month) | R1,500 – R5,000 |
Who needs this? Businesses that want to outsource bookkeeping instead of hiring an in-house accountant. Pricing depends on transaction volume and complexity.
- Annual Financial Statements & Compliance
Financial statements are required for tax filling, bank loans, and investors. These must be prepared in accordance with IFRS or GAAP standards.
| Service | Fee Range (ZAR) |
| Annual Financial Statements (Turnover <R1m) | R3,500 – R6,500 |
| Annual Financial Statements (R1m – R5m Turnover) | R7,000 – R12,500 |
| Annual Financial Statements (R5m – R10m Turnover) | R12,500 – R25,000 |
| Annual Financial Statements (R10m+ Turnover) | R25,000+ (Custom) |
| Management Accounts | R5,000 R15,000 |
| Drafting Company Resolutions | R1,500 – R5,000 |
Who needs these services? Businesses that need accurate, auditable financial records for SARS compliance, banks or investors.
- Tax Services & SARS Compliance
SARS penalties are steep if tax returns are late or incorrect. Below are pricing benchmarks for corporate tax, VAT, and payroll tax services
| Service | Fee Range (ZAR) |
| Company Tax Return (IT14) | R2,500 – R6,500+ |
| Provisional Tax Return (IRP6) | R1,500 – R3,000 |
| VAT Return Submission (VAT201) | R1,500 – R5,000 (per submission) |
| SARS Dispute Resolution | R5,000 – R25,000+ |
| Tax Clearance Certificate | R1,200 – R2,500 |
Why Tax Pricing Increased (2025): SARS now requires beneficial ownership disclosures, additional double-checks, and stricter compliance reviews. A company tax return that previously too 30 minutes now takes 2+ hours.
Our All-Inclusive Accounting Packages – Pricing From 4,500 per month
- Payroll & HR Services
| Service | Fe Range (ZAR) |
| Payroll Processing (Pe Employee) | R250 – R750 per month |
| BI-Annual PAYE Reconciliation (EMP501) | R3,000 – R7,000 |
| IRP5 Submission (Non-Payroll Clients) | R700 – R1,500 per employee |
| UIF& COID Registration | R1,800 – R3,500 |
Who needs these services? Businesses that outsource payroll to avoid compliance risks and want accurate, automated salary processing.
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- Company Secretarial & Business Compliance
Corporate compliance prevents legal and financial risks and is mandatory for CIPC-registered businesses.
| Service | Fee Range (ZAR) |
| Company Registration | R,500 – R3,500 |
| CIPC Annual Return | R700 -R3,500 |
| Beneficial Ownership Register | R1,500 – R5,000 |
| Share Certificates | R1,500 – R3,500 |
| Drafting Board Minutes | R1,500 – R5,000 |
| Director Changes | R900 – R2,500 |
Why this matters? Missing CIPC fillings can result in company deregistration. A compliance expert prevents costly mistakes.
How to Choose the Right Accounting Fee for Your Business?
- Do you need a Monthly or Annual Services?
- If you want ongoing financial support, choose a fixed monthly fee. If you need tax filing, opt for task-based pricing
- What Business Size? Large businesses need more complex compliance, reporting and payroll management, which costs more.
- How Complex Are Your Taxes? Companies with multiple shareholders, international transactions, or SARS audits require higher fees.
- Consider the Expertise Required. A senior tax specialist should charge R900 – R2,000 per hour based on expertise and risk exposure.
For more information about our packages and pricing, talk our experts for a free non-obligation quote.
