JZA | Advisory, Tax and Accounting
JZA | Advisory, Tax and Accounting
Consisting of 5 Chartered Accountants (SA), 4 Registered Auditors, 4 Professional Accountants (SA), 1 Associate General Accountant(SA), 1 Global Chartered Management Accountant and 67 supporting team members, you know that your business optimisation and growth strategy is in good hands.
CA (SA), RA, Adv. Tax Certificate (UNISA)
Johan Zwarts completed his training contract with Deloitte & Touche in 1992 and founded the firm in the same year.
Johan has consulted for various Anglo American Companies on accounting, taxation and financial management matters. Johan served on the board of directors of two JSE listed entities, is a trustee on numerous trusts and has served on the audit committee of various public interest companies.
One of his specialties is tax structuring and his instinctive ability to identify and solve problems is unmatched. His vast knowledge and years of experience means he is perfectly positioned to provide your business with the expertise and advice to survive in today’s tough economy.
Johan’s humble and encouraging nature sets a leading example and inspires others to achieve their goals.
B. Com (Hons) Professional Accountant (SA)
Dries Britz joined Johan Zwarts in 1993 as one of the founding members of the firm. He gained experience at a Merchant Bank and the South African Revenue Service before joining the firm. With over 29 years of experience, he has gained a specific skillset of understanding the needs of his clients and his hands on approach means that he keeps a close working relationship, helping them to achieve their business goals.
Dries specializes in providing a full financial director function to businesses and make sure all companies are fully compliant. Since he, is an optimist he is always inclined to assist companies and help them grow their business by finding suitable solutions.
His considerate and compassionate nature is what drives him to lead charitable causes and social events in both for the firm and his personal capacity.
(CA) (SA), RA, B-BBEE MDP
Ferdi Wiggins completed his training contract with the firm in 2007 and qualified as a Chartered Accountant (SA) and Registered Auditor in the same year. He rapidly and successfully worked his way to audit partner, and has gained a wealth of experience in servicing the SMME and owner-managed market.
Ferdi has also served as a non-executive director of a JSE listed entity. Ferdi’s solution-orientated and forward thinking approach means he is always finding ways to optimise for growth. Ferdi has a deep desire to empower young professionals and to see people succeed in business and in life.
CA (SA)
Ryno van Zyl started at JZA’s Edenvale branch in 2013 as a junior trainee accountant and ultimately qualified as a Chartered Accountant. He has accumulated valuable audit experience over a variety of industries and sizes and is currently registered as a Candidate Auditor with IRBA.
In addition to managing audit engagements, he specialises in business valuations and assists in offering a wide range of services ranging from compilation of full IFRS financials for subsidiaries of JSE listed entities to tax and accounting advisory.
Ryno has a great deal of respect for others, based on his concern for them and his commitment to ideal standards. He likes to make sure that people can utilize their skills to be more effective in their job. Ryno is excellent in breaking down problems and following a set sequence of logical steps for the long term solution. Others may tend to seek him out for assistance or advice.
B. Com Professional Accountant (SA)
FC completed his training contract with Price Waterhouse Coopers in 1995. FC has over 20 years’ experience in auditing, accounting and taxation services. Before joining the firm, FC worked as financial manager in the wholesale industry and accountant with a Professional Accounting Firm.
FC together with Johan Zwarts opened the Centurion Office in March 1999 and he has been instrumental in growing the office. FC has vast experience in several financial fields and has a personal approach to serving clients and building long term relationships with them.
B. Com Professional Accountant (SA)
Jan-Dri Olivier joined the firm in 2007 as a trainee accountant, currently with 15 years’ experience. He rapidly and successfully worked his way to audit manager, and has gained a wealth of experience, servicing mainly small to medium-sized entities, across a range of auditing, taxation, accounting and business management issues. His approachable style makes it easy to work with him.
AGA (SA)
Chantelle joined the firm in 2013 as a SAICA trainee after completing her Accounting degree at the University of Pretoria.
After completing her articles, she qualified as an Associate General Accountant and fulfils the role of an audit manager at our Edenvale office.
She is detail orientated and has extensive experience of compiling annual financial statements and is currently studying towards her CIMA qualification. Chantelle is a hard worker and extremely efficient at her work.
CA (SA)
Heila worked as an administrator for 5 years before joining the firm in 2016 as a SAICA article clerk while studying part time.
After completing her articles she worked her way to audit manager and is currently working towards ultimately registering as an Auditor. She has gained experience in audit, accounting, and taxation in various industries during her time at the firm.
Heila is meticulous in her work and holds herself to high standards that reflect in her work. Heila is always friendly and eager to lend a helping hand and to find solutions to difficult problems.
Accounting Manager
Driekie has 16 years extensive experience in accounting services, including VAT, Payroll services. She has experience in management accounts, compiling and reviewing of financial statements. She manages the accounting department and is excellent in maintaining good client relationships.
B Compt Acc
Carmen is our Xero expert. She holds a BCompt Accounting degree and is a Certified Xero advisor, Xero Migration advisor with 6 years’ experience in accounting services, including VAT, Payroll services. She loves Xero and specialises in the implementation and conversions to Xero accounting.
Tax Manager
Mariaan worked at SARS for 16 years dealing with Individuals and Company’s assessments and audits. Thereafter she joined JZA in 2002 where she was able to apply her knowledge and skills to assist the firm with all their tax matters.
Taxation
In 1981 Petro started her taxation career at SARS as a registration clerk. Over the years she worked her way up to manager of the registration department, dealing with matters such as objections, summons, IT14’s, IT12’s and various other tax related matters.
In 2002 she joined JZA as a tax administrator where she has used her experience and knowledge to assist the firm with all their tax matters.
Audit Senior
Dawie plays an important role in our audit team. Serving as the go-to person for our Nigel branch, Dawie spearheads numerous audits with his extensive expertise. His contribution ensures not only the highest work standards but also prompt client service. He readily assists clients with tax queries about potential tax benefits, tailoring solutions to individual circumstances and the diverse demands of various industries and business sizes.
Dawie stands out as a results-driven senior clerk who is dedicated to excellence. He tirelessly dedicates himself to honing his skills, all with the goal of achieving the esteemed status of a chartered accountant. Dawie consistently achieves remarkable milestones, underpinned by his exceptional work ethic.
Flourishing in collaborative team environments, Dawie integrates effective communication, adept social interactions, and natural leadership into his skill set, offering high-quality work that consistently exceeds expectations.
Accountant and Xero advisor
Charlene is an accomplished Accountant with over five years of industry experience. Proficient in the use of Xero accounting software, she’s a driving force behind optimised financial processes, including VAT and payroll services. Her adeptness goes beyond numbers; she also shines in mentoring and training new staff and helps them understand complex concepts.
Known for her exceptional attention to detail, Charlene ensures flawless records—a quality that earns her colleagues’ trust. Yet, her talents aren’t confined to numbers; she also excels at client-relations. Her ability to connect effortlessly with clients both on a professional and personal level, makes them feel heard, understood, and valued. Charlene is also committed to ongoing learning as is working hard to complete her studies.
Creditors and Admin department
After completing his BAccounting Honours at the University of Stellenbosch, Delano completed two years of his SAICA articles at one of the “big four” auditing firms. He then joined JZA to complete his traineeship. Working at a smaller firm gave him the opportunity to practice and obtain a wide array of accounting, tax, and auditing skills.
After completing his training, he shifted from the role of audit clerk to focus more on internal work for JZA and is now an accountant for JZA’s various internal companies.
He has been part of the JZA team since 2014, making him a loyal team member. He also embodies the culture of our firm by constantly challenging himself to become more efficient in every task, especially by making effective use of technology.
Office Coordinator and Debtors Controller
As the Office Coordinator and Debtors Controller, Chenay is an integral part of our team. Her dedication to her work is evident through her meticulous organisation skills and efficient management of office processes. She also has a strong educational background in psychology and labour relations, which brings a unique perspective to both the operational and financial aspects of our organisation.
Beyond her professional capabilities, Chenay’s true passion lies in supporting her colleagues. Her friendly and positive demeanour creates a welcoming environment for everyone She goes above and beyond to create a sense of unity within the team, fostering strong relationships and promoting a positive work culture.
B. Com Professional Accountant (SA)
Stephan Knoetze is an accredited Professional Accountant (SA). He earned his BCOM in Management Accounting in 2020 while working part-time, and went on to complete his three-year SAIPA articles in 2021. In 2022, he further advanced his expertise by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Accounting (CTA). Joining JZA as a SAICA clerk in 2023, he successfully completed his SAICA articles in 2024.
Since 2025, Stephan has been leading the Accounting department at our Pretoria branch as Accounting Manager, where he brings a wealth of experience in Advisory, Tax, Auditing, and Accounting services.
Junior Management Accountant
Joshua da Silva joined JZA in 2020 as a Junior Management Accountant. During his early years with the firm, he completed his CIMA articles, gaining invaluable experience in advising small business owners on strategic tax planning and implementing cloud accounting solutions.
Joshua now focuses on building strong client relationships, specifically within JZA’s Private Wealth division. He also plays a key role in JZA’s Virtual CFO service, providing outsourced financial management to small and medium-sized businesses. His work is centred around optimizing financial operations and driving growth for these businesses.
Outside of work, Joshua enjoys spending time in nature and strives to complete at least one major overlanding trip each year. He is passionate about working with others to create positive, meaningful impacts on society.
Secretarial
Ilze van Blerk entered the industry in December 2012 and has steadily built her expertise, working her way up to become highly skilled in secretarial services. With a strong understanding of CIPC regulations, she ensures company details are accurately maintained and updated while seamlessly adapting to changes in governmental laws and requirements. Passionate about secretarial work, Ilze is dedicated to assisting clients with efficiency and professionalism, always striving to provide the best possible service. In addition to her secretarial expertise, she also offers support in accounting, further broadening the scope of her assistance.
Since joining JZA in April 2019, Ilze has been a friendly and reliable presence, always willing to help wherever needed. Her commitment to exceptional client service and her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments make her an invaluable asset to the firm.
Audit and Tax Manager
Chantal completed her SAICA articles in 2019 before transitioning into academia, where she spent five years lecturing and furthering her expertise. In 2023, she obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Taxation, strengthening her technical knowledge in the field.
She joined JZA in 2025 as an Audit and Tax Manager, bringing a strong analytical mindset and a passion for solving tax and audit challenges. Her experience spans both practical and academic perspectives, allowing her to provide well-rounded and strategic insights to clients.
Audit Senior
Selma du Toit is a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in auditing, financial management, and tax compliance. Since starting her career in 2021, she has quickly gained valuable experience in auditing, financial operations, and advanced accounting. Currently, as audit senior she oversees assurance work performed by peers and ensures everything is meticulously managed.
With a proactive "yes" attitude, Selma is always ready to step in wherever needed. She’s passionate about adding value to her clients and consistently goes the extra mile to ensure accuracy and efficiency in all financial operations. As an outsourced Financial Manager, Selma provides comprehensive financial oversight, preparing monthly management packs, handling VAT 201 submissions, managing EMP201 filings, and ensuring your financial records are always up-to-date and ready for audit.
Selma is also well-versed in tax compliance, ensuring that all filings are accurate and timely, keeping your business compliant with current regulations. Her ability to lead and drive results, combined with her commitment to providing exceptional service, makes her an invaluable asset for any business looking for reliable, expert financial management.
Audit Senior
Suné joined JZA Audit Inc. in 2022 as a SAICA and CIMA articles clerk after completing her Honours degree in Management Accounting at North-West University. She has since advanced to the role of Audit Senior.
She holds a Master’s degree in Management Accounting, with her research focusing on stakeholder theory and its influence on decision-making in the South African mining sector, particularly regarding sustainability. Her expertise extends to financial management, auditing, and sustainability reporting, allowing her to provide valuable insights into corporate governance and strategic decision-making.
Suné is detail-oriented, analytical, and highly efficient in her work. She is passionate about leveraging her knowledge to support businesses in achieving financial stability and sustainable growth while ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
Management Accounting
JP is a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in management accounting. Since joining JZA in February 2022, he has demonstrated exceptional commitment to his work and professional development. He completed his degree in Management Accounting in 2023 and successfully completed his SAIPA articles in February 2025. His leadership abilities and technical expertise have led him to take on the role of team leader within the firm.
JP plays an integral role in the team, not only through his technical expertise but also through his willingness to support colleagues and clients with queries on accounting systems and financial processes. His problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge ensure that he provides valuable guidance, helping to streamline operations and improve efficiency.
With a keen analytical mindset and a strategic approach to financial management, Jp is committed to driving efficiency and delivering meaningful insights that support business growth. His attention to detail and ability to simplify complex financial concepts make him a trusted resource within the firm.
Dedicated to continuous learning and professional development, JP aims to further refine his expertise in financial management and advisory, ensuring he remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
Audit and Accounting
Jay-Jay plays a key role in our audit team, bringing a strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills to every engagement. Currently in the final year of SAICA articles, he has gained valuable experience in both audit and accounting services, ensuring well-rounded expertise. After successfully completing his BCom in Forensic Accountancy, he is now furthering his qualifications by completing his CTA. Committed to excellence, he delivers high-quality work while maintaining strong client relationships. With a keen eye for detail and effective communication skills, he thrives in a team environment, consistently contributing to efficient and successful audit outcomes.
Are you looking for a place to complete your SAICA/SAIPA/CIMA articles and think you have what it takes to add your value to our innovative team?