About Us
A BUSINESS-FIRST VISIONARY TURNING COMPLEXITY INTO CLARITY
I’m Lance Collop, founder of Collop Tax Collective.
Shaped by a career spanning top-tier firms like KPMG, Deloitte, and CDH, I bring entrepreneurial insight and strategic clarity to the complex world of tax.
As a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser with over a decade of experience, I’ve guided JSE-listed companies and multinational corporations through high-stakes transactions, always viewing tax as a competitive advantage.
BUILDING IMPACT ACROSS SECTORS
From high-stakes corporate transactions to shaping national tax discourse, my journey has been grounded in strategic clarity and entrepreneurial thinking:
- Former senior adviser at KPMG, Deloitte, and CDH, guiding some of South Africa’s most complex corporate tax deals
- Trusted partner to JSE-listed companies and multinational firms navigating intricate tax environments
- Key contributor to national tax policy development and a mentor to emerging tax professionals
- Regular commentator in leading financial media, offering thought leadership that drives industry conversation
WHY LEADERS TRUST LANCE
- Business-first thinking: I approach every challenge from the vantage point of commercial impact, aligning tax strategy with broader business goals
- Deep technical expertise: As a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser, I bring precision and credibility to every engagement
- Entrepreneurial leadership: I built Collop Tax Collective to challenge convention, offering agile, high-touch advisory
- Policy influence & thought leadership: From contributing to national tax reform to mentoring the next generation of professionals, I pride myself on shaping new systems
SHAPED BY A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Strategic Tax Leadership with an Entrepreneurial Lens
My career has been shaped by advising businesses across sectors, from fintech and renewable energy to real estate and private equity, each with distinct challenges, jurisdictions, and opportunities.
This broad exposure has honed my ability to navigate complexity with clarity. We don’t apply one-size-fits-all frameworks. We craft solutions informed by experience, backed by insight, and tailored to each business’s strategic context.
Clients trust us not only for what we know, but for how we think:
Strategically. Entrepreneurially. Long-term.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
”Working with Lance has been an exceptional experience. His expert advice, strategic insights, and genuine dedication have greatly impacted my personal and professional growth. Lance’s ability to simplify complex issues and offer practical solutions is unmatched. Furthermore, his extensive professional network enables him to provide comprehensive solutions across various tax aspects, ensuring well-rounded and effective advice. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and trustworthy advisor.
Anne-Lize LochnerFinance Executive at Sea Harvest
”Lance and his team are highly professional tax practitioners who take the time to understand our business and its unique needs. Their practical, solutions-focused approach and flexibility in working with us have made them a valuable partner in managing our tax affairs.
Nick GrahamChief Financial Officer at Ker & Downey
”We had the pleasure of working with Collop Tax Collective on a range of complex tax matters, including strategic tax consulting, corporate restructuring, and transaction advisory. Their team brought a depth of expertise and experience that proved invaluable to our organisation. They not only helped us navigate intricate tax regulations with confidence but also provided forward-thinking solutions that aligned with our long-term strategic goals. We highly recommend Collop Tax Collective to any organisation seeking professional, reliable and insightful tax advisory services.
Jaden StoudtJunior Administrator CFO and GM: PDI at Communicare
LET’S TACKLE COMPLEXITY TOGETHER
Whether you’re scaling, restructuring, or navigating cross-border expansion, we turn your tax challenges into strategic growth.
