Your books,balanced.
Gen X Accounting keeps the books, payroll and tax of small businesses and individuals up to date and on time. All of it online, wherever you are in South Africa.
Everything your books need, itemised.
From the monthly capturing to the annual return, one practice looks after it all. Every client gets a quote built around what they actually need, never a one-size package.
Bookkeeping
Every transaction captured and categorised, so your numbers are always current.
MonthlyDebtors & creditors
Reconciled accounts, so you know who owes you, who you owe, and when.
MonthlyPayroll
Payslips, PAYE, UIF and SDL, including the EMP201 each month and the EMP501 reconciliation.
MonthlyManagement accounts
Reports that show how the business is really doing, in plain language.
MonthlyVAT & provisional tax
VAT201 returns and provisional tax calculations, so SARS never catches you off guard.
Per periodIncome tax returns
Returns for individuals and companies, completed accurately and filed on time.
AnnuallyAnnual financial statements
Clear year-end statements for your business, your bank and SARS.
AnnuallyCIPC compliance
Annual returns and the admin that keeps your company in good standing.
AnnuallyBusiness registrations
Starting out? We register your business and set it up properly from day one.
Once-offDisability tax
A specialist service for individuals and families. See the schedule below ↓
SpecialistTax for people with disabilities.
Some disability-related medical expenses may qualify for tax relief, subject to SARS definitions, evidence and limits. A diagnosis or expense on its own does not guarantee a claim.
How SARS defines disability
SARS applies specific criteria, including a moderate-to-severe limitation expected to last at least a year and confirmation by an appropriately qualified registered medical practitioner. A diagnosis such as ADHD or autism does not automatically qualify.
What may be claimed
Expenses must meet SARS requirements and relate to alleviating the restriction on daily functions. The additional medical tax credit rules differ for a taxpayer, spouse or child with a qualifying disability and for another dependant.
Reviewing your situation
SARS may request an ITR-DD and supporting records. School-fee and travel claims have specific conditions and limits, so Elaine will assess each case against the current rules.
No office visits. No paper piles.
Everything happens online, at a time that suits you, for South African tax and accounting.
Get in touch
Send a WhatsApp, an email or the short form below and tell us what you need.
A quick chat, a clear quote
We talk through your situation and send a quote tailored to what you actually need.
We take it from there
Your books, payroll and returns are handled on time, with reminders before anything is due.
Personal service, done properly, since 2012.
Elaine Swart started Gen X Accounting in 2012 to give small businesses and individuals the kind of attentive, reliable accounting that is usually hard to find. You deal with the person doing the work, not a call centre.
Today the practice works with clients across South Africa, entirely online, in the software you already use. The focus is South African tax and accounting, and nothing else.
In our clients’ words.
We have been working with Elaine for four years and had the most friendly efficient service. We entrusted her with our nightmare of an accounting problem we were left with from our previous accountant. She took on the big challenge with a smile and today everything is back to normal. We can recommend Elaine any day!
GenX Accounting has been providing my business with excellent service, even uninterrupted through the pandemic. They provide professional solutions for all the challenges we face in our business. We appreciate the fact that Elaine is always a phone-call away and very understanding towards our concerns.
Elaine has done my disability taxes every year for a few years, and always does an excellent job. She goes above and beyond and is always available to answer questions. I would recommend her any day.
Elaine has been a lifesaver! I hate doing my taxes, but she always makes the process easy and stress-free. She keeps track of important dates, checks in regularly, and is always so helpful. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Elaine combines exceptional accounting expertise with patience, warmth, and a cheerful willingness to help. Her guidance has been invaluable, bringing clarity, accuracy, and confidence to our financial reporting. She takes the time to explain, understands the challenges, and consistently makes complex matters feel manageable. A trusted professional and a pleasure to work with, I highly recommend her. She may not agree, but to me, she’s a magician!
Testimonials and attributions reproduced from material supplied by Elaine. The earlier comments are dated September 2021. Mike B’s testimonial was supplied on 5 October 2026 and approved for publication by Elaine on 6 October 2026.
Dates SARS won't forget.
Missing a deadline can mean penalties. These are the dates that matter most. Not sure which apply to you? Just ask.
Individual tax returns
Filing Season 2026 closes for non-provisional taxpayers.
Provisional taxpayers & trusts
Final date for 2026 income tax returns.
EMP201: PAYE, UIF & SDL
Payroll taxes due by the 7th of the following month, or the preceding business day if it falls on a weekend or public holiday.
VAT201 returns
Due on the 25th, or the last business day of the month if you pay by eFiling.
Provisional tax payments
First and second payments for a February year-end.
CIPC annual return
Due within 30 business days after your company's registration anniversary.
Dates are a guide based on SARS and CIPC rules for 2026. SARS filing-season dates and tax calendar. When a date falls on a weekend or public holiday it usually moves to the previous business day. Always confirm with us for your situation.
Notes to the website.
Every set of financial statements comes with notes. Here are ours: the questions we are asked most.
Note 1Do I need to come to an office?
No. Gen X Accounting works fully online. We work by email, phone and WhatsApp, so it makes no difference where in South Africa you are.
Note 2How much will it cost?
Every business is different, so we don't publish a price list. Tell us what you need and we will send you a clear quote before any work starts.
Note 3Which accounting software do you use?
We work in QuickBooks, Sage and Xero. If you don't use any software yet, we can help you choose and set it up.
Note 4I'm behind with SARS. Can you help?
Yes. We can help bring outstanding returns and bookkeeping up to date and talk you through the next steps with SARS.
Note 5What is your tax and accounting scope?
We do South African tax and accounting only. If you live outside South Africa but have a South African company or South African tax to sort out, we can help with that.
Note 6How do I send you my documents?
Please don't upload financial documents through the website. Once we're working together we will agree a safe way to share them.
Note 7Can you help if someone in my family has a disability?
Yes. Elaine can review whether disability-related medical expenses may qualify under SARS rules. Eligibility and evidence depend on the circumstances, and school-fee or travel claims have additional conditions. See the SARS disability guidance.
Let's balance your books.
Office hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00 (SAST)