Senior Executive Assistant – Finance & Board Liaison

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

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.