News
April 2026
We are very proud to announce that our practice was nominated for Best Accounting Firm in the Best of Toti awards.
We are listed in the Professional Services category under *Best Accounting Firm*.
Thank you to all our clients who nominated and have voted for us.
Some of the comments from our clients on the votes
Natasha from Cape Town
Ocean View Accounting has been an invaluable partner for my company, consistently delivering excellent service. Their diligence is evident in their proactive communication, ensuring I am always informed about upcoming deadlines well in advance. This foresight allows me to stay organized and avoid last-minute stress. The team's attention to detail and commitment to timely support have significantly streamlined our financial processes, fostering a sense of confidence in our accounting operations. Overall, Ocean View Accounting's exceptional service has greatly contributed to our company's compliance.
Mari-Zanne from Amanzimtoti
Charlotte has been an absolute lifesaver. She has helped me tremendously with my taxes and is always reliable, friendly, and approachable. She takes the time to answer my questions and guides me through any challenges with ease. She also assists with filing and makes the whole process far less stressful. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a great accountant.
Feb 2026-We am pleased to share that our chartered Accountand Charlotte Goldstone, been admitted as a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA).
Fellowship recognises sustained professional experience, ongoing compliance with rigorous CPD requirements, and a continued commitment to technical excellence and ethical standards. It reflects not only years of practice, but consistent delivery of high-quality financial reporting, tax compliance and advisory services.
For our clients, this milestone reinforces depth of expertise in:
Financial reporting and ISRS 4410 compilation engagements
South African tax compliance and provisional tax planning
Strategic advisory for established owner-managed businesses
Professional credibility is earned over time through discipline, integrity and results. FCCA status formally acknowledges that journey.
We look forward to continuing to serve established South African businesses with the same precision and strategic focus.
Are your accounting services available remotely?
Yes. We offer remote accounting services for businesses across South Africa.Many clients outside Amanzimtoti and Durban South choose us because remote support is efficient, secure, and allows consistent communication throughout the year.
How do your consultations work for new clients
New clients begin with a scheduled consultation with a Chartered Accountant, either on-site or online. During this session, we assess your accounting and tax position and recommend the appropriate service.
Do you assist with SARS tax compliance for SMEs?
Yes. We handle a full range of SARS compliance tasks and registrations for businesses, including VAT, PAYE, Corporate Income Tax, Provisional Tax, and related submissions. SMEs in Winklespruit, Amanzimtoti, Durban South and remotely rely on us to ensure their registrations, filings, and ongoing compliance are accurate and completed on time.
Are your fees fixed or hourly?
Most of our services, including monthly oversight and tax compliance, are offered at fixed fees to ensure predictable budgeting for SMEs. This is particularly appreciated by businesses managing cash flow through the year.
Do you offer once-off services?
Yes. We offer once-off ISRS 4410 compilation engagements, Bookkeeping clean-up and annual tax submissions. Most clients choose ongoing monthly oversight because it prevents year-end surprises and reduces compliance risk, although the choice is entirely yours.
Do you provide ISRS 4410 compilation services?
Yes. We provide ISRS 4410 compilation services for South African businesses requiring formal financial statements for lenders, stakeholders, or regulatory purposes.
Can you help if my business is behind on accounting or SARS submissions?
Yes. Many clients approach us when they need to catch up on late accounting, VAT, or tax submissions.
We assist SMEs in bringing their records up to date and restoring full SARS compliance quickly and professionally.