Meet the Team – Solaris Advisory Group

Our People

The Minds Behind Solaris

A team of passionate, credentialed advisors who believe great financial guidance changes businesses — and lives.

100+

Clients Served

10+

Years of Excellence

5

Core Services

24h

Funding Access

Meet the Team

The People Behind Your Success

Every member brings specialist expertise and a shared commitment to quality, precision, and genuine client care.

Likhwa Nkomo
Founder & MD

Likhwa Nkomo

Managing Director

· Johannesburg, SA

Likhwa is a Chartered Business Accountant (CIBA) and registered Tax Practitioner (SA) with over 15 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial advisory across diverse industries. Having trained with Grant Thornton Zimbabwe and gained international experience in both the United States and South Africa, Likhwa brings a uniquely global perspective to every client engagement.

"We don't just crunch numbers — we build relationships that drive real business growth."

Credentials

CBA (CIBA)Registered Tax Practitioner (SA)Xero Certified Advisor & TrainerGrant Thornton Alumni
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Sandile Dulini Ncube
Accounting Lead

Sandile Dulini Ncube

Head of Accounting

· Johannesburg, SA

A CGMA (ACMA) eligible candidate, PMP and FMVA qualified finance professional with over 10 years of experience in financial accounting, reporting, and commercial finance across consulting, NGOs, and corporate environments. Sandile holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting with strong expertise in IFRS, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.

"Precision in numbers creates clarity in business decisions."

Credentials

CGMA (ACMA) EligiblePMP CertifiedFMVA QualifiedIFRS Specialist
Melinda Zulu
Strategy & Growth

Melinda Zulu

Business Strategist

· Johannesburg, SA

Melinda is the Business Strategist at Solaris Advisory Group, where she applies the principle "we know numbers" to drive digital and financial transformation. With over a decade of experience at Standard Bank — transitioning from Private Banking to specialist Business Analyst — she bridges high-level finance with modern API integrations and process automation.

"Technology and strategy together unlock a business's true potential."

Credentials

BCom DegreePostgrad Diploma in IT ManagementRE5 CertifiedStandard Bank Alumni

Why Work With Us

A Team That Genuinely Cares About Your Business

We're not a faceless firm. We're a close-knit team of specialists who take the time to understand your business, your goals, and your challenges — then build solutions that actually work for you.

"We don't just crunch numbers — we build relationships that drive real business growth."

— Likhwa Nkomo, Managing Director

Dedicated account manager for every client

Proactive communication — we reach out before you need to

Regular workshops and financial literacy sessions

Cloud-based tools for real-time visibility

Fast turnaround times on all deliverables

Transparent pricing with no hidden fees

Grow With Us

Internship & Graduate Programme

We believe in nurturing the next generation of South African finance professionals. Our internship programme offers hands-on experience across accounting, payroll, tax, and business advisory — mentored directly by our senior team.

Real client work from day one

No coffee runs — you'll work on live client files under close supervision.

Mentorship from qualified professionals

Learn from a CBA, CGMA-eligible, and RE5-certified team.

Cloud-first environment

Get certified on Xero and SimplePay — skills that set you apart.

Pathway to permanent employment

Top performers are offered full-time roles as the firm grows.

3–6 months

Programme Duration

Full-time internship

Paid

Stipend Offered

Performance-based

Xero + SimplePay

Certifications

Included at no cost

Johannesburg

Location

Hybrid / in-office

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