Tax Made Easy.
Your Compliance,
Our Priority.

Over a decade of experience navigating South Africa's tax landscape. We deliver expert tax advisory, compliance, and consulting services so you can focus on what matters.

13+
Years Experience
1000+
Clients Served
Big 4
Firm Background
SAIT
Registered Practitioner
Merryll Daniels — MD Tax Consulting

Expert Guidance in
South Africa's Tax Landscape

MD Tax Consulting is led by Merryll Daniels, a dedicated and detail-oriented Tax Consultant registered as a General Tax Practitioner with the South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT).

With a strong track record spanning PricewaterhouseCoopers, KPMG, and Old Mutual, Merryll brings deep expertise in managing diverse client portfolios and delivering tailored tax advisory services. Her ability to minimize tax risk, ensure compliance, and provide strategic solutions makes her a trusted partner for individuals and businesses alike.

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Compliance First

Proactive risk management & regulatory adherence

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Strategic Advisory

Tailored solutions for complex tax matters

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Client Focused

Clear communication & trusted relationships

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Detail Driven

Meticulous accuracy in every filing

Qualifications & Registration

Professional Registration
General Tax Practitioner
South African Institute of Taxation (SAIT)
Practitioner No. PR0094845
2022 – 2023
Honours in Taxation
University of Cape Town
2007 – 2012
BCom Accounting
University of the Western Cape

"Passionate about minimizing tax risk, ensuring compliance, and providing tailored solutions."

Comprehensive Tax Solutions

From personal tax returns to corporate compliance, we provide end-to-end tax services tailored to your needs.

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Personal Tax Returns

Accurate preparation and submission of IT12 returns for individuals, ensuring compliance with current legislation and maximizing your tax position.

from R950
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Business Tax Returns

Preparation and submission of IT14 returns for companies, trusts, and exempt institutions, ensuring full compliance and optimised tax outcomes.

from R1,200
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Provisional Tax

Calculation and submission of IRP6 provisional tax returns across all periods, with payment guidance and strategic planning to manage cash flow effectively.

from R650 per period
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Tax Dispute Resolution

Preparation of ADRs, notices of objection, disputes to penalty assessments, and notices of appeal for Income Tax, PAYE, and VAT. We fight your corner with SARS.

from R950 per hour
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Expatriate & Cross-Border Tax

Tax return preparation for expatriates and international clients, covering residency implications and cross-border compliance. We help global citizens stay on the right side of SA tax law.

from R1,300 per hour
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Crypto & Gambling Tax Advisory

Specialist advice on cryptocurrency CGT events, FIFO cost base tracking, gambling classification (casual vs professional), and SARS reporting obligations.

from R1,500
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SARS Compliance & Queries

Expert liaison with SARS on your behalf. We handle objections, appeals, ADRs, penalty disputes, and audit queries with professionalism and persistence.

from R950 per hour
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VAT & PAYE Submissions

Monthly and bi-monthly VAT returns and EMP201 submissions to keep your payroll and indirect tax obligations on track.

from R800 per month
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Tax Clearance Certificates

Applications for good standing, tender, immigration, and foreign investment tax clearance certificates, processed efficiently through SARS eFiling.

from R450

A Career Built on Excellence

From Big 4 foundations to corporate tax leadership, a track record of delivering results at every level.

April 2023 – March 2026
Old Mutual Limited
Tax Consultant: Old Mutual African Region Segment Group Tax
Responsible for SA corporate and indirect tax compliance across the Old Mutual Africa Regions segment. Supports tax reporting, governance, advisory requirements, and maintains relationships with tax authorities.
June 2021 – March 2023
C2M Chartered Accountants
Tax Compliance Officer
Managed a portfolio of 1,000+ clients across all tax types. Oversaw tax administrators, handled SARS disputes, objections, and appeals, and ensured portfolio compliance.
November 2018 – May 2021
Cecil Kilpin & Co
Tax Compliance Officer
Full scope tax compliance including returns preparation, SARS liaison, capital gains calculations, EMP501 reconciliations, and staff training.
November 2017 – October 2018
MGI Bass Gordon GHF
Tax Compliance Consultant
Tax compliance services across individuals, trusts, companies, and exempt institutions, including NPO registrations and SARS monitoring office engagements.
May 2016 – November 2017
KPMG
Tax Consultant: Tax Services
Tax calculations, returns, and advisory for corporate companies, public benefit organisations, trusts, and high net worth individuals.
January 2014 – April 2016
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Tax Consultant: Human Resources Services
Tax return preparation for expatriates and local clients, first review of junior consultants' work, and SARS liaison for national and international clients.
November 2012 – December 2013
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Assistant Administrator: Human Resources Services
Risk management procedures, client onboarding, database maintenance, and supporting senior consultants with tax return preparation.

The Cost of Not Knowing Your Tax Status

Government suppliers who don't actively monitor their SARS compliance status face real financial consequences. When tax status can't be verified at award time, bids are rejected. The numbers below show just how large that problem has become.

Figure 1 · CSD Supplier Base

From 150,000 to 1.1 Million Suppliers

South Africa's Central Supplier Database grew more than sevenfold in seven years. That growth means hundreds of thousands of businesses are now bidding for government contracts, many without realising their tax status changes over time and needs active management before each tender.

Source: National Treasury Annual Reports (2020/21, 2021/22); Government Gazette 2022/23; Gov.za CSD Milestone Statement 2016.
Figure 2 · Central Scenario · 2021/22

R11.5 Billion in Lost Sales Across Sectors

When suppliers lose government contracts due to unverifiable tax status, the impact is spread across every sector of public procurement. Construction and health bear the largest share, but no sector is immune. Staying compliant is not just a legal obligation, it protects your revenue.

Source: Modelled central scenario. Sectoral allocation is illustrative (assumption-based proxy).
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A simple tax compliance check before submitting a government tender can protect millions in potential revenue. If you supply to the state or plan to, proactive compliance management is one of the highest-return actions you can take.

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Let's Make Tax Simple.

Avoid penalties. File correctly. Reach out today for expert tax assistance. We serve clients across South Africa.

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Serving clients across South Africa
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Virtual Consultations
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SAIT Tax Practitioner  ·  PR0094845
B-BBEE Level 1 Contributor
Reg. No. 2024/033897/07
AI-Powered

Smart Tax Tools

Free, interactive tax calculators powered by current SARS rates. Get instant insights into your tax position, explore optimisation scenarios, and make informed decisions.

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Smart Salary Tax

Calculate your net take-home pay and compare optimisation scenarios including retirement, travel allowance, home office deductions and more.

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Home Office Optimizer

Calculate your SARS home office deduction, check qualification criteria, and estimate your annual tax saving. Includes CGT exposure warnings.

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Crypto & Gambling Tax

Track crypto disposals, gambling wins, and calculate your CGT liability with FIFO cost base tracking and double-tax chain analysis.

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Gambler Classifier

Are you casual or professional? Answer 9 questions based on SA Tax Court precedent and get your SARS classification with tax implications.

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SARS Assessment Checker

Enter your IRP5 data and SARS assessment, flag discrepancies, and see exactly where SARS may have over- or under-assessed you with a full breakdown.

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Retirement Tax Optimizer

Model RA top-ups, compare pension vs provident fund, see exact rand saved per contribution level, and project your retirement tax benefit over 5–20 years.

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BEE Tax Incentive Tracker

Calculate your B-BBEE scorecard level, model Section 12H learnership allowances, and quantify the rand value of BEE compliance for your business.

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Smart Salary Tax SA

SARS 2024/2025 Tax Year • Scenario Optimiser
Your Details
Annual Gross SalaryR 600,000
R 100,000R 3,000,000
Retirement Contribution (Annual)R 50,000
R 0R 350,000
Travel Allowance (Annual)R 0
R 0R 200,000
Medical Aid Contributions (Annual)R 24,000
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Home Office (% deduction proxy)0%
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Other Allowable DeductionsR 0
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Income Tax
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Medical Aid
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Home Office Optimizer

SARS 2024/2025 • Section 11(a) & 23(b)

Crypto & Gambling Tax

SARS 2024/2025 • CGT 8th Schedule • FIFO Method
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Gambler Classifier

SARS Amateur vs. Professional • Based on SA Tax Court Precedent
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SARS Assessment Checker

IRP5 vs SARS Assessment • Discrepancy Analysis • 2024/2025
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Retirement Tax Optimizer

RA Top-ups • Pension vs Provident • Multi-Year Projection • 2024/2025
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BEE Tax Incentive Tracker

B-BBEE Amended Codes • Section 12H Learnership Allowance • 2024/2025

These tools give estimates. For tailored advice on your specific situation, speak with a registered tax practitioner.

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