Our story
Where precision meets perspective
Narrative Numbers was built on a simple belief: that great financial and compliance work is as much about clarity of thought as it is about technical mastery.
Why we exist
We founded Narrative Numbers because we saw a gap in the market — businesses that needed more than just a number-cruncher. They needed a partner who could translate complexity into strategy, and compliance into competitive advantage.
Too often, accounting and tax advice arrives as a stack of forms and a bill. We believe it should arrive as insight — clear, contextualised, and actionable. That is the narrative we bring to every engagement.
From XBRL reporting to trademark protection, from VAT disputes to HR compliance, we have built a practice that covers the full spectrum of what a growing South African business needs to stay protected and move forward.
The founders
Kimmon Swart
CBA (SA), TTP (SAIT)
Co-Founder
Kimmon brings deep expertise in tax compliance and business accounting, holding designations as a Chartered Business Accountant (SA) and Tax Technician Practitioner through SAIT. His approach combines technical rigour with a strategic lens — helping clients not just meet their obligations, but understand them.
Jade Henning
Professional Accountant (SAIPA)
Co-Founder
Jade is a Professional Accountant registered with SAIPA, with a focus on financial reporting, VAT, and HR compliance. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail and her ability to communicate complex regulatory requirements in plain language that clients can act on.
What we stand for
Precision
Every figure, filing, and recommendation is held to the highest standard of accuracy. We do not cut corners — ever.
Perspective
Numbers without context are just noise. We bring the strategic perspective that turns data into decisions.
Partnership
We work alongside our clients, not just for them. Your success is our measure of success.
Clarity
We translate the complex into the clear — no jargon, no ambiguity, just honest and direct guidance.
Ready to work together?
Whether you need tax compliance, XBRL reporting, or strategic financial guidance — we are here.