Nicolene Botha is a Senior Associate with over a decade of experience in business advisory, financial accounting, and taxation, working with a diverse client base across industries and jurisdictions. Originally from South Africa, Nicolene brings international experience and perspective to her role, having worked with a broad range of businesses in both South Africa and New Zealand.
She has a strong foundation in auditing, which enhances her ability to deliver high-quality, accurate, and compliant accounting outcomes. This background supports her thorough understanding of financial reporting, internal controls, and risk management—strengths that benefit her clients across all engagements.
In her role, Nicolene partners with small and medium-sized enterprises to deliver tailored financial and strategic advice. With a background in auditing and a strong foundation in financial risk and compliance, Nicolene brings a unique perspective to advisory work—helping clients navigate complexity with clarity and confidence.
She is passionate about enabling business owners to make informed decisions, particularly during periods of change or uncertainty. Whether supporting a client through challenging cash flow scenarios or implementing scalable systems for growth, Nicolene’s focus is always on practical, forward-looking solutions that drive real results.
With extensive experience in virtual CFO services, forecasting, and systems implementation, Nicolene plays a key role in helping clients streamline operations and enhance financial visibility. Her approach is hands-on and proactive—she stays ahead of industry changes through ongoing professional development and by leveraging the latest accounting technologies to deliver smarter, more efficient outcomes.
Nicolene thrives in the dynamic SME environment, where every client has a unique story and every engagement presents an opportunity to make a tangible impact. She is known for her ability to simplify complex financial challenges and provide guidance that empowers clients to plan with purpose and grow confidently.
Her industry experience includes construction, real estate, hospitality, logistics, professional services, and retail. She also provides virtual CFO services and advisory support, including financial analysis, system implementation, and performance reporting.
At Andersen, Nicolene values the firm’s strong culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and stewardship. She is also committed to mentoring and leadership, supporting the next generation of professionals as they build their own careers in advisory.
Areas of Specialisation
- Business Advisory and Virtual CFO Services
- Accounting Systems and Process Optimisation
- Compliance and Financial Reporting
Beyond the Numbers
Outside of work, Nicolene enjoys spending time in nature with her family and finds balance in the outdoors—a grounding counterpoint to her busy professional life.