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Afinance professionals

Afinance
Boundless ambition.
Real reinforcement.

We connect South African finance talent with leading organizations in the Netherlands. Focused on quality, built on trust, with attention for both people and results.

The future of finance starts here.

Afinance is a specialized staffing agency that connects highly qualified South African finance professionals with Dutch organizations. We place professionals such as controllers, audit specialists, and compilation accountants.

With years of experience in both the Dutch finance sector and international relocation processes, we provide sustainable solutions for staffing challenges.

Our approach is personal, transparent, and always focused on quality. We guide the entire journey – from selection, visa applications, and housing to onboarding and professional development. In addition, we also deliver finance services from South Africa under Dutch supervision. Smartly organized, without compromising on quality or compliance.

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What makes us unique

South African finance talent
Highly educated, internationally oriented, strong in IFRS, fluent in English.

Sustainable staffing  
Focused on continuity, quality, and cultural alignment.

Complete solution for employers 
From selection and visa to integration and development.

Offshore finance support
Efficiently executed from South Africa, directed from the Netherlands.

Clear communication 
Transparent processes, short lines, clear agreements.

Always compliant 
Full transparency, legal assurance, and strict quality control.

Strengthening your finance team

Struggling to find qualified finance professionals? Afinance offers a targeted solution. We deliver highly educated South African talent – carefully selected and fully supported.

From recruitment and relocation to onboarding and professional development – we handle the entire process. Our professionals are quickly deployable, fluent in English, and integrate seamlessly into Dutch teams. We provide language courses and intensive guidance, both professionally and personally.

The result: long-term reinforcement of your finance department, without complex procedures. Flexible, reliable, and fully taken care of.

Benefits of offshore support via Afinance

01.

Dutch quality standards

Directed by professionals with knowledge of Dutch finance and compliance.

02.

Engaged from day one 

Onboarding can take place partly in the Netherlands for a strong start.

03.

Full control and transparency 

Clear agreements, structured processes, legal assurance.

04.

Scalable and flexible 

Scale up or down without long-term obligations or risks.

About us

Afinance | Andrew Siebert

Andrew is a Chartered Accountant with personal experience relocating from South Africa to the Netherlands. He is responsible for recruitment and the coordination of outsourcing operations in South Africa.

Afinance | Rinus van der Veen

Rinus van der Veen

International Talent Connector

Rinus specializes in connecting South African professionals with Dutch employers. With deep experience in international recruitment, he ensures cultural fit and successful placements.

Afinance | Tessa Kalverla-Goos

Tessa Kalverla-Goos

Responsible Payroll Administration

Tessa is responsible for payroll administration at Afinance. She ensures that all professionals who work through us receive their salaries correctly and on time, with attention to legal regulations, tax obligations, and transparency.

With her organizational skills and eye for detail, Tessa ensures that payroll processes run smoothly, from payroll journals to reporting. She guarantees that salary payments are in line with the employment contracts, hours worked, and applicable collective labor agreements.

Within Afinance, Tessa is the reliable link for both professionals and clients when it comes to salaries, allowances, and administrative processing. Her accuracy and service-oriented attitude ensure that professionals look back on their collaboration with us with confidence.

Afinance | Kieran Hunter

Kieran Hunter

International Recruiter

Kieran Hunter is an international recruiter with a keen eye for talent and cultural fit. He specializes in finding and connecting highly educated finance professionals across borders, particularly from South Africa to the Netherlands.

His work involves more than just recruitment: Kieran guides candidates through the entire process, from initial contact to completion of relocation or onboarding. He ensures that the match is not only professionally sound, but also that candidates feel heard and seen throughout the process.

At Afinance, Kieran brings his expertise in cross-cultural recruitment, assessments, and international talent management. He works closely with the other team members to guarantee quality, clarify expectations, and provide a smooth experience for both candidates and clients.

Afinance | Kim Hofman

Kim Hofman

Back office professional

     
Kim is a back office employee at Afinance and plays a central role in providing daily support to our professionals in the Netherlands. Her responsibilities include payroll administration, mobility, housing, and other facilities-related matters that are important for a smooth start and stay.

Thanks to her practical attitude and service-oriented approach, Kim ensures that our professionals can focus fully on their work without worrying about peripheral issues. From well-organized transportation to comfortable housing, Kim and her colleagues make sure that everything is taken care of down to the last detail.


Within Afinance, Kim is the point of contact for practical questions and support. With her quick thinking and clear communication, she contributes to a warm welcome, smooth onboarding, and satisfied professionals who feel welcome in the Netherlands.

Afinance | Erik Nijeboer

René Timmer

Chief Financial Officer

Erik Nijeboer holds the position of Chief Financial Officer, bearing full financial responsibility within the organization. He ensures reliable financial reporting, strategic planning, and strong financial management.

With his experience as a director, Erik knows how to structure financial processes, manage risks, and translate financial insights into policy and growth. He works closely with management teams to translate objectives into concrete figures, budgets, and performance.

At Afinance, Erik contributes his expertise in financial governance, efficiency, and planning. He proves time and again that he is not only meticulous in his execution, but also makes a difference by looking ahead, optimizing, and linking financial stability to strategic growth.

Afinance | Erik Zwiers

Erik Zwiers

Entrepreneur & Founder of Employ

Erik is the founder of Employ, a staffing company focused on local and international talent. He brings entrepreneurial spirit and proven expertise in scaling staffing services to keep Afinance both scalable and personal.

Afinance | René Timmer

Business Advisor & Strategist

René is a seasoned business advisor with extensive experience in strategy, business control, and organizational development. As a lecturer at Nyenrode Business University and with over 15 years in accountancy, he helps ensure Afinance’s strategic positioning and quality assurance.

We combine our experience, networks, and vision to build Afinance into a reliable, agile, and future-focused partner in finance staffing. We believe in sustainable placements, clear communication, and personal guidance – from recruitment to integration.

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