Easy accounting software for small businesses

Sage Accounting is designed for high performance even on low internet speeds. A standard phone connection (with typical mobile 3G speed) has you covered.  

For those of you interested in the specs, a minimum download speed of 2mbps is essential to keep Sage Accounting up to date and to take full advantage of its features. Your smartphone will give you more than enough speed to use Sage Accounting smoothly. 

For optimal performance we also recommend that you use the most up-to-date version of your web browser. You can take a no-risk, no-obligation free trial to see whether you’re happy with the speed of Sage Accounting on your internet connection. 

Sage Accounting is a monthly subscription service. You can set up a direct debit or pay with your credit or debit card. To set up a direct debit you need to have a bank account in South Africa with a local currency in Rands (R). 

The VAT per month is 15% of the product’s monthly price. There are no hidden costs and never will be.  

A free 30-day trial is also available. It takes only 2 minutes to get set up. You don’t need to provide a credit card to get started - you will never be charged during your trial. 

After filling in your details, you will be taken to your Login page where you can get started straight away.  

We’ll send you a welcome email with a quick-start guide, tips, and helpful resources, including how to get support any time you need it. 

Both packages (Start and Standard) give you the fundamental features you need to manage your accounting.

• Accounting Start is ideal for businesses who are starting out. This version of the software is popular with sole traders and micro-businesses.
• Accounting Standard is ideal for small businesses. It offers everything Start offers, plus more advanced features plus more advanced features, including multiple currencies and inventory management. For example, the Standard package lets you upload information by simply snapping a photo of receipts, invoices, and supplier statements.

You can upgrade, change, or cancel plans at any time.

Sage Accounting works on any PC or laptop (including MAC and Windows), any smartphone (such as iPhones and Android phones), and any tablet device (such as iPads or Android tablets). Sage Accounting also comes in an app for iOS and Android.  

Because Sage Accounting works in the cloud, you don’t have to install anything – you simply access the product through your internet browser.   

The mobile version has a slightly more simplified feature list, but you have access to the core features across all devices. Any work done on one device will be automatically updated across all devices. You can use all three devices or just use one device if you prefer. 

Your data is protected by bank-level security at all times and is automatically backed up in the cloud. You never have to worry about losing any of your work if your internet connection goes down. 

Absolutely. It’s simple and straightforward to import your current data from Excel (and other spreadsheets and data systems) into Sage Accounting, including your customer and supplier details, your products and services, opening balances, transactions from bank statements, invoices, and your chart of accounts. We’re on hand to show you how, or you can watch our step-by-step video guides. 

You will get free, award-winning support by phone, email, online chat, and live online Q&As.  

• Telephone support is available 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 9am - 1pm on Saturday.
• Pre-recorded webinars are available to watch any time that suits you. 

You will also get 24/7 access to the following support resources: 

• Our online community Sage City: Ask questions, share ideas, and solve issues with Sage Accounting customers and product experts.  
• Step-by-step video guides.
• Instructor-led courses: For anyone wanting to take their skills to the next level, we have hundreds of courses designed for multiple experience levels and job roles. Get certified and earn badges that show your expertise and build up your resume. 

We also have support channels on Twitter and Youtube. We are committed to providing you with world-class support for Sage Accounting at every step of your business journey.