Our Staff
Lindy-Lee head
Lindy started her career as an article clerk at Hills Howard in 1999. At the end of her contract, she made the move to commerce, working as a Financial Accountant for Scribante Construction (Pty) Ltd. After working for Scribante for 5 years, she was offered the position of Financial Manager at Murray & Roberts Construction (Pty) Ltd. Lindy enjoyed a successful 2 years in this role before having her second child.
Lindy decided she needed a new challenge and returned to the financial sector a few months later. She worked in a managerial position at an accounting firm in Hillcrest for 4 years, overseeing all work-in-progress, streamlining workflow, managing staff, and building relationships with a wide variety of clients. Armed with this experience, Lindy and Nix founded Guardian in 2014 – by Lindy’s own admission “It is simultaneously one of the scariest and most rewarding decisions I’ve ever made. Nix and I are determined and driven business partners who dove-tail and complement each other’s skills at every turn.”
Lindy is a Professional Accountant (SA) registered with SAIPA, as well as a registered tax practitioner with SARS and a Commissioner of Oaths.
Nicola Cairns
Nix has worked in a chartered accounting environment for the last 30 years, discovering a passion for accounting very early on in her career. She left South Africa for the UK in her early twenties and ventured fearlessly into the international market, only leaving 9 years later. It was a life experience that rewarded her with a solid grounding, maturity, discipline, knowledge, and skills on which she has built a successful career.
Nix is a Chartered Business Accountant in Commerce, registered with CIBA. She continued to work as a consultant on her return to South Africa, allowing her the flexibility to build her own business simultaneously.
Nix and Lindy founded Guardian in 2014. Says Nix, “Our working relationship is so strong because we have the same ideals and work ethic – qualities we also look for in our client relationships. This is undeniably our winning formula.
Lace du Preez
BOOKKEEPER
Lace always arrives on time, ready to get to work! As a Bookkeeper, she supports the team's day-to-day financial operations while pursuing her Bachelor of Accounting, with the goal of becoming a Chartered Accountant, CA(SA). Outside the office, she is a dedicated long-distance runner, having completed a 21.1km half marathon, with a full marathon on the horizon, enjoys the occasional game of squash, an enthusiastic cat lover, and a self-confessed sweet tooth.
Nomtha Mzobe
BOOKKEEPER
A dedicated team player and a sponge when it comes to learning, Nomtha brings energy, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to everything she does. With three years of experience as a bookkeeper, she has developed a keen eye for detail and a passion for keeping things organised and running smoothly. She is currently studying towards a Diploma in Financial Management, continually growing her knowledge and skills in the field. No task is too big or too small, and she is always ready to take on a new challenge. When she’s not keeping the books balanced, Nomtha enjoys getting lost in a good novel.
Noxolo Ndlovu
BOOKKEEPER
Noxolo Ndlovu is an all-round accounting professional at Guardian with comprehensive expertise across all areas of accounting. Since joining in May 2026, I have become known for my calm, composed approach and invaluable ability to step into any role ensuring smoothly continuity and excellent service even under pressure. For relaxing I listen to music and watch tv shows on Netflix.
Tara Wichmann
BOOKKEEPER
Tara is a bookkeeper with a strong work ethic and a love of learning. She’s studying towards an accounting degree and hopes to pursue a professional qualification through SAICA, SAIPA or ACCA. Organised and always ready for a challenge, Tara enjoys putting what she learns into practice. Outside the office, you’ll find her trying a new recipe, indulging in a little retail therapy or rewatching Friends.
Sonya Uys
TAX ADMINISTRATOR
Sonya is the tax queen! With 8 years of experience in the tax industry and almost 6 years at Guardian, she has worked her way up to become a Senior in the tax department. Known for being hardworking, determined, and eager to learn, Sonya is always looking to expand her knowledge and never gives up until she finds an answer. Her problem-solving skills and persistence make her the person you want on your side when tackling difficult SARS issues. It’s a rewarding but sometimes exhausting job, so when she’s not busy solving tax problems, she loves relaxing at home, binge-watching series and switching off for a while.
Sinethemba Thwala
TAX CONSULTANT
Sne brings three years of experience in the tax industry, backed by a degree in Law and a growing passion for taxation. Determined, bubbly, funny and amazing to have around, she is the person you want on your side when dealing with SARS and getting things done. Sne is committed to furthering her studies in taxation while continuing to grow her knowledge and making every challenge a little easier (and more entertaining) along the way.
Sam Mkhize
RECEPTION & PAYROLL
Warm and friendly, Sam brings quiet determination to the Guardian team. She’s a passionate go-getter who may seem reserved at first, but her personality shines through once you get to know her. A homebody at heart, Sam loves settling in with a good book, movie or series.