by alertsprofessionalservices | May 4, 2026 | Blog
Many businesses assume that because a product is digital — an app, software, online platform, or digital course — it has little or no cost. In reality, digital products often carry significant hidden and shared costs that, if not properly understood, lead to poor...
by alertsprofessionalservices | Mar 31, 2026 | Blog
Effective VAT planning is an essential component of sound financial management for VAT-registered businesses in South Africa. When applied correctly and within the framework of the Value-Added Tax Act, VAT planning allows businesses to manage cash flow efficiently,...
by alertsprofessionalservices | Mar 18, 2026 | Blog
In South Africa’s public sector, financial reporting is more than a compliance exercise — it is a cornerstone of transparency, accountability, and good governance. At the heart of this framework are the Standards of Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP)....
by alertsprofessionalservices | Mar 9, 2026 | Blog
The Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) is one of the most important pieces of legislation governing financial management in South Africa’s public sector. Enacted in 1999 and administered primarily by the National Treasury, the PFMA establishes a framework for...
by alertsprofessionalservices | Jan 26, 2026 | Blog
South African residents are taxed on worldwide income, but a key exemption (Section 10(1)(o)(ii)) allows for the first R1.25 million of foreign employment income to be tax-free if specific residency and physical presence tests are met (over 183 days abroad, including...
by alertsprofessionalservices | Dec 2, 2025 | Blog
In an evolving job market where employers value practical competence, ethical behaviour, and a strong foundation in accounting and business principles, the SAICA-accredited Accounting Technician South Africa (AT(SA)) qualification has emerged as one of the most...
