Nyhof Penderis studied Accounting and obtained a National Higher Certificate in Accounting as well as National Diplomas in Cost Management Accounting and Company Administration. He then continued his studies through the ICSA and qualified as a Chartered Secretary in 2012. Nyhof has over 16 years'  of experience in the many disciplines of this transitional line of work. In 2013 he was presented the opportunity of Managing the Company Secretarial Department at CAP. Nyhof's integrity, dedication, vast knowledge and specialised skill set awarded him the offer of Partnership of the Company Secretarial Department as of 2017.

Gustav has 22 years of experience in management accounting, taxation and auditing.  Gustav's area of expertise includes tax planning, management consultation, comprehensive forecasting, valuations, corporate governance and value added auditing, especially in the SME sector.

Christine is a Chartered Accountant and Registered Auditor with more than 21 years of experience in auditing and taxation. Christine's area of expertise includes agriculture, manufacturing, retail, import and export businesses, professional services, financial services as well as service organisations, the SME sector and start-up of international companies in South Africa.  Christine further holds a Masters’ Degree in Taxation and has presented national tax update courses on behalf of FASSET for five years.  Christine is the Chairperson of the Southern Regional SAICA SMP Committee, a member of the aforementioned committee’s National arm and a member of the SAICA Southern Region Council.  Christine also contributes technical articles with the latest one being in the agricultural industry, focusing on the draft policies available for public comment.

Christine won the Mentor of the Year award at the TOPCO Top Women Awards 2011.

She serves on the regional and national Small and Medium Practices Committee of SAICA.

Elaine completed her SAICA articles and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in December 2014, however by demonstrating a quick understanding of the audit environment and solutions to client challenges, was given managerial duties with effect from June 2014. She joined our firm in January 2016 as Senior Audit Manager. Her exposure to a variety of clients over the past years has enabled Elaine to enhance not only her technical expertise, but also the ability to effectively manage the people dimension of the work from both an external and internal stakeholder point of view. She is inspired by institutions with strong values and enjoys being part of a dynamic team.

Jaco studied BCom (Management accounting) at Stellenbosch and thereafter finished the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants management level. He plans to have his professional qualification with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants by May 2017.

Jaco joined CAP Chartered Accountants in 2014 straight out of University as a bookkeeper and quickly took over the role as business service consultant.

Jaco is a firm believer of integrating the right accounting structures and tools for small to medium size enterprises as he believes that this will help the business owner and staff concentrate on what they do best and not have the hassle of struggling with the company’s books.

He has strong interpersonal and leadership skills and is technically strong. Jaco has accounting experience in various industries including but not limited to financial services, property development, general practices and non-profit organizations.

Pieter is a manager in our Audit Division. He joined CAP in August 2014, completed his articles in October 2015, where after he was appointed as Audit Senior in November 2015 and appointed as Audit Manager in November 2016.

Pieter has experience in various industries, including the mining industry. 

Elzette completed her SAICA articles in November 2010 at AC Venter & Kie Incorporated and was promoted to Audit Senior.

Due to Elzette’s hunger to grow, expand her industry knowledge and experience, she accepted a position as Audit Manager effect from April 2013 at Orkin Brown & Associates.

She shortly after qualified as a Chartered Accountant in December 2013.

She joined our firm in November 2017 as Senior Audit Manager.

Elzette is always seeking the opportunity to utilize her technical skills and experience in a professional environment.