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BenAccountant is a Bredasdorp-based bookkeeping firm run by Ben van der Linde, supporting small businesses and individual clients remotely throughout the Overberg and beyond. With qualifications and experience as an accountant, tax practitioner, payroll manager, remote bookkeeper, and business coach, Ben offers a versatile range of support, drawing on a wide skill set to provide well-rounded financial solutions. These include general accounting, payroll, tax compliance, CIPC registrations, and beneficial ownership filings, all tailored to the unique needs of each business and industry. As a proud SAIPA member, BenAccountant stays up-to-date with legislation and industry trends. Clients benefit from practical advice, transparent pricing, and a strong focus on long-term growth. Whether launching a new venture or planning future growth, BenAccountant invites you to a no-obligation consultation where he will provide the financial insight necessary to move forward with confidence.

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About

About

BenAccountant was established by Ben van der Linde in 1995.

Credentials

  • B.Com Accounting Degree & Part CA Articles
  • Professional Accountant (SA)
  • Professional Tax Practitioner (SA)
  • Independent Reviewer (SA)

Professional Memberships

  • SAIPA 14954
  • Professional Accountant (South Africa)

Ben remains up to date with the latest industry developments and current affairs, ensuring expertise remains relevant and dependable.

With a history of supporting hundreds of small businesses and managing numerous tax returns, he brings insight into the obstacles his clients commonly face. 

Mission

“To safeguard clients’ financial and legal well-being while wholeheartedly championing their growth journey. Success is the ultimate goal, as prosperity generates wealth and opportunities for all.”

General Accounting

General Accounting

BenAccountant offers a comprehensive range of general accounting services to support individuals, businesses, and organisations with their financial responsibilities. 

Services:

  • Annual Financial Statements
  • Remote Bookkeeping
  • Management Accounts
  • Statements of Cash Flow Projection
Payroll

Payroll

BenAccountant provides professional payroll services to help you manage your staff payments accurately, efficiently, and on time.

Services:

  • Payslips and Employee Self-service
  • Monthly UIF & PAYE Recons and Submission
  • EMP201 to SARS
  • EMP501 to SARS IRP5 Preparation and Submission
  • Employment Contracts
  • Assistance with Company HR Policies
Tax Practitioner

Tax Practitioner

BenAccountant is a registered tax practitioner offering expert guidance and services to individuals and businesses, all aimed at helping you meet your obligations while maximising tax efficiency.

Services:

  • SARS Returns (income tax, provisional tax, dividends tax, capital gains tax, employee tax, value added tax, personal income tax, customs tax)
  • SARS Tax Registrations (all taxes)
  • Appointment of Tax Representative
  • SARS Correspondence, Queries and Objections
  • SARS Accounts Reconciliation
  • SARS Debt Repayment Arrangements
Registrations

Registrations

BenAccountant handles a wide range of business and tax registrations to help get you set up correctly from the start, ensuring your business is properly registered and compliant from day one.

Services:

  • CIT (Company Income Tax)
  • PAYE (Pay as You Earn)
  • VAT (Value Added Tax)
  • UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund)
  • WCA / COIDA (workmen's compensation)
  • Commissioner
  • Import Code (import and export: customs)
  • New Company Registrations (CIPC)
CIPC

CIPC

BenAccountant offers a suite of CIPC services to help you stay compliant with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission, making business admin simpler and more efficient.

Services:

  • Business Registration
  • CIPC Annual Reports
  • Business Deregistration
  • Submission of Beneficial Ownership Forms
  • Changes to Businesses
  • Share Certificates and Minutes of Meetings
Beneficial Ownership Forms

Beneficial Ownership Forms

BenAccountant provides all the necessary documents for filing beneficial ownership returns, completely free of charge, to assist with compliance.

The forms are tailored for sole proprietorships and single-shareholder businesses but can be easily adapted for companies with multiple shareholders and directors.

There’s also a step-by-step video guide designed specifically to help small businesses complete their filings quickly and correctly.

FIND BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP FORMS HERE

Please note:

The CIPC does not supply official templates for these declarations. These forms follow standard disclosure requirements to simplify the process.

Consultations & Pricing Plans

Consultations & Pricing Plans

BenAccountant offers hassle-free consultations to help determine the pricing plan that best suits your needs, with no obligation required.

Consultations
  • Half-hour assessment session (Teams / Google Meet / WhatsApp Video Call)
Pricing Plans
  • Ad-hoc Projects
  • All-inclusive Packages

Contact BenAccountant for more details and to arrange a meeting.
 

Reviews

Reviews

“BenAccountant has been extremely helpful and efficient in sorting out my personal and business tax affairs that were in disarray from another accountant’s incompetence. I can highly recommend his services.”  Cathy Price
“Highly Recommend! I recently faced a time crunch with my income tax return and turned to BenAccountant (Pty) Ltd. Their service was not only fast and professional but also very reassuring. The communication from company personnel was excellent, immediately easing my anxiety about the approaching deadline. They handled my tax return with efficiency and precision, keeping me informed at every step. Great customer service! Glad to have found you. Thank you.”  Rodger Whittle
“I have no hesitation in highly recommending Ben van der Linke as a Tax Consultant. He has done my business and personal tax and has been a lifesaver! Ben is generous with his time, and he goes the extra mile to help with any queries or concerns you might have.”  Gwyn Vass
“I received amazing, efficient service from the most humble, friendly and professional accountant. What I loved most was the constant correspondence, which is important to me. I recommend BenAccountant to anyone who needs assistance.”  Saeedah Moosa

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