Jayden Schutte
Assistant Manager
Career History
I have nearly eight years of experience in audit, working with businesses across a diverse range of industries. I began my career in South Africa before relocating to the UK, where I joined Clive Owen. For the past four years, I have been part of the CFO team, supporting clients with a broad industry knowledge and a practical approach to problem-solving.
Qualifications
- Degree: Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Sciences) – University of Pretoria
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Experience and expertise
Worked in audit across a variety of industries, including:
- Manufacturing
- Food and Beverage
- Solicitor Practices
- Medical Aids
- Wealth Management
- Wholesale
- Academies
- Entertainment
- Publishing
SAICA Articles (South Africa) – 3 years
Total time worked in SA – nearly 3.5 years
Time at CFO – just over 4 years now
Professional memberships
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Corporate social responsibility
Committed to giving back to the community and promoting sustainable choices. Through a love of hiking and travelling, I’ve developed a strong appreciation for environmental conservation and responsible stewardship of natural resources.
Career highlights
Progressed professionally from South Africa to the UK, gaining extensive experience across a wide range of client sectors and jurisdictions.
Did you always want to be an accountant?
It was widely assumed I'd become a solicitor, and for a brief moment I considered a career in medicine. But numbers have always been my favourite, so rather than choosing accountancy, I’d like to think accountancy chose me.
Hobbies and interests
Outside of work, I enjoy hiking, travelling, reading, cooking, and baking. As a self-confessed food enthusiast, I love discovering new cuisines and I’m always happy to plan a trip around a restaurant recommendation. When I’m not exploring the outdoors or turning pages in a good book, I’m usually perfecting a recipe, or at least trying to.
