SARS Dispute Resolution South Africa

Professional Assistance With SARS Objections, Appeals & Tax Disputes

Receiving an additional assessment, audit finding, penalty, or demand from the South African Revenue Service can place significant financial pressure. We provide professional dispute resolution to protect your rights.

Protect Your Rights Under the TAA

Our experienced tax practitioners assist businesses and individuals with a full range of formal dispute services:

SARS objections
SARS appeals
Disputed assessments
VAT disputes
PAYE disputes
Income tax disputes
Penalty disputes
Interest disputes
SARS audit disputes
Estimated assessments
Suspension of payment applications
SARS debt disputes

What is a SARS Dispute?

A SARS dispute arises when a taxpayer disagrees with an assessment, penalty, decision, or finding. Formal resolution procedures are provided for under the Tax Administration Act.

Additional income tax assessments
VAT adjustments
PAYE disputes
Disallowed expenses or deductions
Estimated assessments

SARS Objections

Notice of Objection (NOO)

The first formal step in challenging a SARS decision. We ensure submissions are technically aligned with legislation.

  • Reviewing SARS assessments
  • Analysing audit findings
  • Preparing legal grounds for objection
  • Drafting detailed objection submissions
  • Supporting document preparation
  • Tax legislation analysis

SARS Appeals

Appellate Procedures

If an objection is disallowed, we represent you in alternative dispute resolution (ADR) and preparaty phases.

  • Notice of Appeal preparation
  • Alternative dispute resolution support
  • Tax Board and Tax Court preparation
  • Legal and financial analysis
  • Negotiation support
  • Supporting affidavit preparation

Audit Disputes

Verification Support

Managing SARS engagements early during audits to prevent incorrect assessments and penalties.

  • SARS audit responses
  • Supporting documentation preparation
  • Tax reconciliation reviews
  • Financial statement analysis
  • VAT and payroll reconciliations
  • Legal response drafting

Suspension of Payment Applications

Lodging an objection does NOT automatically stop SARS from collecting debt. We apply for a formal "Suspension of Payment" to protect your cash flow during the dispute.

Legal motivation for suspension
Financial hardship representations
SARS collection management
Debt negotiation support

Estimated Assessments & SARS Debt

SARS may issue estimates when returns are outstanding or information is incomplete. These often significantly overstate liabilities.

Reviewing estimated assessments
Correcting historical returns
Reconstructing financial records
Submitting revised information
Challenging incorrect findings

Penalty & Interest Remissions

SARS imposes administrative and understatement penalties (up to 200%). We request remission based on "Reasonable Grounds" or exceptional circumstances.

Learn About Remissions

Why Choose My Accountant?

Experienced SARS tax practitioners
Knowledge of the Tax Administration Act
Assistance with objections and appeals
SARS audit support
Tax debt negotiation expertise
Online service delivery nationwide
Strategic dispute management
Professional tax analysis
Fast turnaround times
Dedicated client support

Our professionals are associated with recognized organisations including SAICA, CIBA, and SAIT.

Industries We Assist

Construction companies
Retail businesses
E-commerce businesses
Property companies
Consultants and freelancers
Production and media companies
Logistics businesses
NGOs and non-profit organisations
Professional service firms
Small and medium enterprises

SARS Dispute Resolution Across South Africa

My Accountant provides online SARS dispute resolution services to taxpayers throughout South Africa. Our secure systems allow for professional assistance from anywhere.

JohannesburgRandburgSandtonMidrandPretoriaDurbanCape TownGauteng

Frequently Asked Questions

Speak to a SARS Dispute Specialist

If you are facing a SARS audit, disputed assessment, tax penalties, or collection pressure, we can assist with professional dispute resolution services.