Executive Assistant

Gap Consulting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Consulting is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support senior executives in the Accounting, Audit or Financial Services sector. The role requires 7+ years of EA experience, a relevant tertiary qualification, and expert MS Office skills.

Fluent in English and Afrikaans, with a valid driver’s license and own transport. The successful candidate will manage diaries, board packs, client communications, and co-ordinate meetings with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience as an Executive Assistant supporting Senior Executives, preferably in Accounting/ Audit/ Financial Services.
• Relevant tertiary qualification is required.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel and MS Outlook.
• Experience with Sage Accounting or Xero Accounting is advantageous.
• Diary & calendar management, inbox management, client correspondence, meeting coordination, board packs, and deadline follow-up are essential.
• Experience liaising with clients, banks, brokers, financial advisers, auditors, and legal/government departments is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Afrikaans; valid driver's license and own transport; contactable references and payslips.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive calendars and coordinate meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare board packs and ensure deadlines are met.
• Handle client correspondence and maintain organised inbox management.
• Liaise with banks, brokers, advisers, auditors, and government departments as needed.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Sage Accounting

Xero Accounting

Job description

Minimum Requirements:

• Must have a minimum of 7 years experience as an Executive Assistant supporting Senior Executives, preferably within the Accounting | Audit | Financial Services Industry
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification required
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word | MS Excel | MS Outlook essential
• Experience with Sage Accounting | Xero Accounting will be advantageous
• Strong experience in Diary & Calendar Management | Inbox Management | Client Correspondence | Meeting Coordination | Board Packs | Deadline & Follow-Up Management essential
• Experience liaising with Clients | Banks | Brokers | Financial Advisors | Auditors | Legal Advisors | Government Departments beneficial
• Strong English and Afrikaans Written & Verbal Communication Skills essential
• Valid Drivers License and Own Transport required
• Contactable References and Payslips required

Salary Structure:

Basic Salary negotiable based on experience

(Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days)