About Us
At Galbraith Rushby, we believe in being more than just number crunchers. Sure, tax returns, financial statements and audits are part of what we do – but what really drives us is helping businesses and individuals make smart financial decisions that set them up for long-term success.
Founded by Jeneen Galbraith and Michael Rushby, our firm has grown into a dynamic team of 100 (and growing) professionals based at our Woodstock and Tyger Valley offices. With a flexible hybrid working model, including remote work, we stay connected and adaptable to both our client and staff needs.
Our continued growth is a testament to the trust our clients place in us – something we value and work hard to uphold.
Our services go beyond the basics, covering:
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Tax Advisory & Compliance
- Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Statutory Services
- Payroll Administration
- Estate Planning & Trust Administration
- Auditing Services
Directors, Jeneen and Michael bring decades of combined expertise shaping the firm’s strong emphasis on tax structuring and compliance, particularly for high-net worth families and international clients with cross-border transactions.
Jeneen and Michael work across all disciplines which include financial statement preparation and independent reviews, for companies, trusts, non-profits, attorneys, estate agencies and more. Assurance services are also offered by Jeneen Galbraith which include DTI film industry rebate work.
At Galbraith Rushby, we take a hands-on approach – whether it’s streamlining payroll for a growing business, ensuring compliance in a complex tax landscape or guiding families through estate planning. We’re not just about the numbers; we’re about the people behind them.
Looking for a financial partner who speaks your language? Let’s talk.
Meet our team
Partners
Jeneen Galbraith
Managing Director
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1996 with PWC and a Chartered Management Accountant, Professional Accountant and Registered Auditor. Jeneen has worked in London and was a senior financial analyst for GlaxoSmithKline before moving into public practice. Jeneen is married and a mom of four children and enjoys mixing family life with outdoor activities.
Michael Rushby
Managing Director
Qualified as a member of the South African Institute of Professional Accountants in 2004 and is also a practicing member of CIMA. Specialized in tax with a post graduate higher diploma in taxation. Michael is married and a dad of three, he enjoys any outdoor sports, surfing, and mountain biking.
Senior Staff
Danielle Guignet
Internal Accounts Manager
Danielle has worked in various fields from Account Management in IT, to stores management. She is very dedicated to her role as head of internal accounts and admin department. She is a mom of two children and one of which is a Rare Disease child. She enjoys walking and loves to explore what Cape Town has to offer.
Lizette Janse van Rensburg
Tax Department Manager
Lizette is a Professional Accountant (SA) and has a B. Com Financial Accounting degree as well as a B. Com Honours in Tax, both from the University of Pretoria. Her love for tax started during her article years and soon after completing her articles she started as a Junior Tax Consultant in the Global Employment Income Solutions Department at Deloitte. Since then, she held positions at various companies as Senior Accountant, Senior Tax Consultant, Company Secretary and Tax Manager.
Genna Lezar
Audit Department Manager
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2018 and is a practicing member of SAICA and a Registered Candidate Auditor with the IRBA. Genna served her articles at Galbraith Rushby and has been with the firm for 12 years. Genna is a mom of three small children and enjoys quiet family time when she is not working.
Chantal Thompson
Tyger Valley Office Manager
Chantal served her articles at Galbraith Rushby while successfully completing her studies via University of South Africa part time. Qualified as member of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SA) as a Chartered Accountant and is in the process of registering as candidate auditor with IRBA. She loves to read a good book, enjoy a good wine and relax with the family in her spare time.
Lynn Sevenster
General Manager & Payroll Department Manager
Lynn has a wealth of experience ranging from the banking sector, where she spent 15 years and then moved to property management, where she spent 9 years. She then joined Galbraith Rushby 12 years ago in the payroll department. Lynn now heads up our Office Management, HR and Payroll departments. Lynn is married and has 1 child. Her passion is woodworking and song writing.
Ursula Thomas
Accounting Department Manager
Ursula graduated in 2001 with a BBA Degree in Financial Management and has over 20 years’ experience in bookkeeping combined with 10 years in various managerial roles. Originally from Zimbabwe, she moved to Cape Town in May 2009 and has been here ever since. In her free time she enjoys reading novels and solving crosswords and puzzles.
Carin Houliston
Front Office Manager
Carin grew up in Johannesburg and relocated to Cape Town in 1989 where she started her career as a personal assistant. She made the move to administration/client services about 25 years ago and has received numerous accolades for her service in this field. Carin has been with Galbraith Rushby for 6 happy years and strongly believes that as the ‘first port of call’ to Galbraith Rushby, the front desk/client service team needs be a remarkable experience for clients.
Join our team
At Galbraith Rushby, we’re always on the lookout for bright, motivated individuals who are passionate about making a difference – beyond just the numbers. Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll find a supportive team, real growth opportunities and a culture that values people as much as performance.
If you’re interested in doing your SAICA, SAIPA, or CIMA articles with us, please give us a call to set up a meeting. If you have a wider interest in accounting, taxation, or payroll and see yourself growing in this field, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your CV and let’s explore the possibilities together.
