Meet The Team

The team behind your firm’s growth!

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Edward Gyde, (ACA)

Partner, Head of Accounting

Ed leads our team of accountants, overseeing client communications and driving strategic growth for our clients. With a sharp focus on delivering excellence, he ensures our services align with each client's vision.

Fun Fact:
When he’s not steering business success, you’ll find Ed playing football and learning languages.

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Toby Finneran

Partner, Head of Growth

Toby leads our growth strategy by driving advancements in tech, building efficient operations, and guiding our sales and marketing teams. His focus on innovation ensures we stay adaptable and client-centered.

Fun Fact:
When Toby’s not analyzing data, you’ll find him competing in triathlons or out in nature.

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Michael Watson, (SAIPA)

Senior Manager

Michael is a Professional Accountant (SA) specializing in tax and financial planning. He focuses on optimizing high-quality accounting processes and ensuring client satisfaction.

Fun Fact:
Outside of work Michael loves rugby, football, and spending time with friends and family.

Matt Mitton

Head Of Partnerships

Matt drives client success by building strong partnerships, understanding unique business needs, and delivering tailored solutions. He ensures our clients achieve impactful results through every engagement.

Fun Fact:
When Matt’s not crafting strategies, you’ll find him in the mountains! His love for adventure keeps him energized.

Anna Van Niekerk, CA(SA)

Senior Manager

With a passion for auditing, Anna focuses on implementing strong controls and effective automations in accounting processes to minimize errors. She enjoys training team members and supporting career growth within the firm.

Fun Fact:
A hiking enthusiast and foodie, Anna has a knack for baking, even making wedding cakes for friends!

Haley Ahrendse, CA(SA)

Senior Manager

Haley excels at performing reconciliations and ensuring that every account lines up accurately. Her meticulous nature and dedication to detail help keep client books in perfect order.

Fun Fact:
Early mornings often find Haley hitting the hiking trails with her husband and children (an energizing start to any day!)

Eon Du Toit, (SAIPA)

Senior Manager

Eon, a SAIPA- professional, brings experience in finance and bookkeeping, ensuring high-quality, efficient accounting processes. He helps tackle complex challenges while enabling growth.

Fun Fact:
When not working, Eon enjoys computer gaming, watching series, and hitting the gym!

Cidney De Wet

Bookkeeping Manager

With nearly six years of accounting experience, Cidney excels at bookkeeping! Especially when it comes to reconciliations. She’s known for her tenacity in problem-solving and resolving discrepancies.

Fun Fact:

An avid camper and wine enthusiast (after work, of course), Cidney also enjoys murder mystery shows and staying active!

Renne Temmers

Bookkeeping Manager

Renne brings a wealth of experience in finance and bookkeeping, ensuring seamless processes and accurate reporting for every client. Her focus on efficiency helps clients stay organized and confidently move forward with their financial goals.

Fun Fact:
When Renne isn’t crunching numbers, she’s indulging in arts and crafts or planning her next travel adventure.

Abigail Du Toit

Bookkeeping Manager

Abigail plays a key role in maintaining precise financial records, bringing a keen eye for detail and a genuine passion for bookkeeping. Her organized approach ensures clients’ accounts stay accurate and up to date.

Fun Fact:
Abigail loves animals and enjoys making memories with her dogs. In her spare time, you’ll find her gaming or lost in a good book.

Savannah Bakker

Office Manager

Savannah oversees the day-to-day operations at Remote Professionals, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. With a background in accounting practice and administration, she helps keep the team organized and focused.

Fun Fact:
When she’s not managing the office, Savannah loves gaming and watching anime.

Joshua van Rensburg

Growth Operations and Business Intelligence

Joshua handles internal operations at Remote Professionals, focusing on data input, reporting, and data management. His support ensures smooth processes, allowing the team to stay efficient and focused on growth.

Fun Fact:
When he’s not working, Joshua enjoys reading and discussing world events.

Michael Liebenberg

Marketing Manager

Michael drives growth at Remote Professionals by building data-driven marketing campaigns, optimizing brand communications, and leveraging marketing automation.

Fun Fact:
Outside of work, Michael enjoys padel, wine, bird watching and outdoor adventures.

Our Expert Accountants

Remote Professionals

Here’s an updated version tailored for your accountants working for other accounting firms and their clients: Our team of accountants brings decades of experience to support your firm’s workload, providing precise financial management and strategic insights. We handle the accounting details for your clients, ensuring efficiency and accuracy, allowing your firm to focus on advisory and growth.

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We help your firm grow by ensuring you have the right talent and expertise to handle your accounting needs. Our solutions adapt to your firm’s needs, providing seamless support that empowers your team and boosts efficiency.