Meet Our Team

André van Niekerk

Owner

I have over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, with a strong background in tax, accounting, financial management, and financial planning. My qualifications include a BCom, PGDFP, and AdvPGDFP. I am a Professional Accountant (SA), Tax Practitioner, and Certified Financial Planner. My professional registrations are with SAIPA (93130), SARS (PR0004021), and the Financial Planning Institute of SA (105571).

Mandie van Niekerk

Short Term Insurance

I started my career with the Master of the High Court as an Estate Controller, responsible for overseeing the winding up and distribution of deceased estates. I hold a BIuris law degree.

My current role is to manage a short-term insurance portfolio, dealing with quotations, renewals, underwriting, and claims.

Inge de Villiers

Company Secretary

With 10 years of experience in the financial world – administering Pension- and Provident funds for Alexander Forbes and doing Company Secretarial Work for prominent bookkeeping firms in Stellenbosch, Inge enjoys working in our vibrant team.

Her motto in life: You have one life – live it to the fullest!

Jessica van der Merwe

Associate

Jessica van der Merwe is a Chartered Accountant. She started her career as an external auditor at PricewaterhouseCoopers for 6 years before moving into industry as a Financial Accountant and Finance Manager for privately traded companies.

Jessica specializes in financial statement preparation and financial accounting.

“With a deep understanding of accounting principles and a commitment to providing personalized solutions, I strive to deliver exceptional service that fosters long-term financial success. Whether you need assistance with daily accounting services or financial reporting, my expertise is here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s work together to achieve your financial goals with confidence and clarity.”

You can contact Jessica on jessicavdmerwe13@gmail.com

Andries Coetzer

Associate

Andries is a seasoned Tax Practitioner and General Tax Practitioner with extensive experience in South African and US tax compliance, including preparation of tax returns, SARS disputes, and financial statement compilation. Holding a B.Com. in General Accounting and a Postgraduate Diploma in Accountancy from Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, he has worked in various roles, from Tax Compliance Officer to self-employed consultant at Side Effect Investments (Pty) Ltd (‘SEIT’). His expertise spans tax planning, payroll, VAT, and company registrations, complemented by strong skills in bookkeeping and management accounts. Andries is proficient with SARS interaction, and has a knack for anything IT.

www.seit.co.za