It’s time to solve
your tax problems
Specialist support for SARS disputes, objections, appeals, voluntary disclosure applications and complex tax matters.
Unicus Tax Specialists SA helps individuals, businesses, advisors and professional firms resolve complex tax problems with a practical, strategic and legally informed approach.
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Proven tax dispute expertise
We Solve the “Unsolvable” Tax Problems
Proven SARS dispute experience with 100% success rate
We have a 100% success rate in resolving disputes with SARS to the benefit of our clients, as well as a 100% VDP success rate. Unicus Tax Specialists SA has built a reputation for delivering clear, strategic solutions in high-stakes tax matters.
Trusted by professionals and high-stakes clients
Our clients include large international organisations, JSE-listed companies, high net-worth individuals and audit and law firms who come to us to solve their clients’ tax problems. Our unique approach has enabled us to save clients literally hundreds of millions of rands in undue taxes and penalties.
Recognised tax expertise
Founder Nico Theron is the author of Lexis Nexis’ publication: Practical Guide to Handling Tax Disputes and lectures on tax dispute resolution at postgraduate level at the University of Pretoria. Nico regularly contributes to leading news/tax publications, speaks at industry events, and is trusted by both practitioners and taxpayers for his practical, results-driven approach.
Our specialities
Specialist tax services for complex SARS matters
SARS objections and appeals
For disputes that have stalled, failed or require a stronger strategic response.
Tax dispute strategy
Practical support for taxpayers and professional advisors dealing with high-stakes SARS matters.
Voluntary Disclosure Programme applications
Specialist guidance for VDP applications where eligibility, timing and SARS process matter.
Training and professional support
Tax dispute training and specialist input for firms, practitioners and professional teams.
Knowledge. Experience. Strategy.
Led by recognised tax dispute specialist Nico Theron
BCom law (Cum laude); LLM (Tax Law); BCom Honours Taxation and MCom Taxation (SA and International Tax)).
Nico Theron combines advanced tax law qualifications, postgraduate teaching experience and practical SARS dispute expertise. His work focuses exclusively on tax, with a particular emphasis on resolving complex and high-stakes tax matters.
Tax disputes require more than technical knowledge. They require strategy, persistence and the ability to apply the law practically. That is where Unicus Tax Specialists SA focuses its work.
Who we work with
Who we help
Professional development
Join our Fellowship Program
The Unicus Tax Fellowship Programme is an initiative launched by our Founder, Nico Theron, to meet the high demand of people (young and old and across various industries) requesting mentorship guidance from him.
When specialist help matters
When to speak to a tax specialist
You have received a SARS assessment, audit finding or penalty you disagree with.
Your objection or appeal has stalled or failed.
You are considering a voluntary disclosure application.
You are an advisor dealing with a complex SARS matter for a client.
The financial, legal or reputational stakes are too high for a standard tax response.
Our approach
We are Different
Pragmatists
Practical, not theoretical
No amount of theory or pages from any textbook alone can solve your tax problem. We are known for applying exceptional tax knowledge in a practical way, drawing from years of experience to help solve complex tax problems.
Strategists
Strategic from the start
Solving problems in practical way often requires forward thinking. From the moment we accept an engagement we think of a strategy that will resolve the problem as quickly and easily as possible. We don’t want matters to drag on anymore than you do.
Tenacity
Persistent where it matters
To do what we do, you certainly need to be tenacious. If one were to bow out at the first sight of push back from SARS, we can’t expect to go very far. We stop pushing for resolution only once it has been resolved or it no longer makes sense to pursue it further.
Realists
Honest about prospects
If we believe there is no practical way forward, or that the available options are unlikely to justify the cost and effort involved, we will tell you honestly. Our aim is to give you clear, realistic guidance, even when that means having a difficult conversation.
Testimonials
What clients and professionals say about us
Latest insights
Latest tax insights and updates
Key Changes in SARS’ VDP Guide Issue 2
TAXPAYER EPP VS CSARS
Binding Private Ruling 428
Chapter 15 penalties and holding SARS Accountable
SARS objections and appeals
For disputes that have stalled, failed or require a stronger strategic response.
Voluntary Disclosure Programme applications
Specialist guidance for VDP applications where eligibility, timing and SARS process matter.
Tax dispute strategy
Practical support for taxpayers and professional advisors dealing with high-stakes SARS matters.
Training and professional support
Tax dispute training and specialist input for firms, practitioners and professional teams.
our experience
Who we help
“I would like to express my profound appreciation for the truly excellent result you achieved … Your masterful strategy in slowly and tactically building the case was, I believe, central to SARS abandoning the fight. The care and detailed diligence you showed in assembling and presenting our argument was truly impressive. I can confidently say that I have never worked with any other professional who brought both your high level strategic approach together with your focus on the nitty-gritty detail – which is truly a deadly combination. I admire you unreservedly and wish you every success … I look forward to many years of association and will confidently and wholeheartedly recommend you to others.”
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“Throughout our dealings with Unicus Tax, we have experienced an outstanding level of service. We have found the following: A distinctive appreciation and consideration of the practical business application and impact of advice provided; Immediate or exceptionally prompt response, to all questions and service requests; Expert level of knowledge in the vast number of tax specialty areas affecting our tax affairs; and Fair fees considering the levels of service provided and effort involved.“
Michael Franas CA (S.A.)
Group Financial Director
“I would like to thank Nico and his team for the high level of expertise, competence and professionalism in dealing with our recent income tax review and ancillary matters. In addition to these highest levels of expertise and ability to assist us to practically apply the law, I have found the Unicus team to be very accommodating to our challenging time frames. They were always available and/or quick to respond to all of correspondence and questions. In short, excellent service! Thank you.“
Group Financial Director
The Doshi Group of Companies – South Africa
“Unicus has given Natures Garden a professional service and delivered on our requests timeously and efficiently. They have a good practical knowledge of the SARS processes and gave excellent advice on how to handle our tax affairs.“
Group Financial Officer
Natures Garden (Pty) Ltd
Proven SARS dispute experience with 100% success rate
We have a 100% success rate in resolving disputes with SARS to the benefit of our clients. We also have a 100% VDP success rate. Unicus Tax Specialists SA, he has built a reputation for delivering clear, strategic solutions in high-stakes tax matters.
Recognised tax expertise
Founder Nico Theron is the author of Lexis Nexis’ publication: Practical Guide to Handling Tax Disputes and lectures on tax dispute resolution at postgraduate level at the University of Pretoria. Nico regularly contributes to leading news/tax publications, speaks at industry events, and is trusted by both practitioners and taxpayers for his practical, results-driven approach.
Trusted by professionals and high-stakes clients
Our clients include large international organisations, JSE-listed companies, high net-worth individuals and audit and law firms who come to us to solve their clients’ tax problems. Our unique approach has enabled us to save clients literally hundreds of millions of rands in undue taxes and penalties.
You have received a SARS assessment, audit finding or penalty you disagree with.
Your objection or appeal has stalled or failed.
You are considering a voluntary disclosure application.
You are an advisor dealing with a complex SARS matter for a client.
The financial, legal or reputational stakes are too high for a standard tax response.
main REASON TO CHOOSE US
When to speak to a tax specialist
You may need specialist tax support if:
