Administrative Assistant jobs in South Africa

A prestigious luxury lodge & hotel group in Bryanston is seeking a skilled and dynamic Financial Executive Assistant to support the CEO and Group Finance Manager. The role will involve a blend of financial and administrative tasks, offering a fantastic opportunity for an individual with strong organizational, communication, and financial skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist with financial administration, including processing tax payments, preparing financial statements, and managing client accounts as needed.
2. Support the finance team with basic bookkeeping tasks.
3. Administrative Support: Provide executive-level administrative assistance to the CEO and senior management, including travel bookings, expense management, and document formatting.
4. Maintain and manage records for special projects and reporting requirements.
5. Reporting & Data Management: Assist in preparing financial and administrative reports.
6. Compile and manage databases for sales, marketing, and financial information.
7. Contribute to the development and maintenance of business intelligence.

System Requirements:

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), with advanced Excel skills.
2. Experience with accounting software (Pastel, ACCPAC, Sage, or similar).
3. Familiarity with CRM and Hospitality Reservations / PMS systems is a plus.

Minimum Requirements:

1. Education: Matric required; tertiary qualification in finance or related field is advantageous.
2. Experience: 2-3 years in the hospitality industry to understand the business environment.
3. Minimum 3 years' experience in financial and management accounting.
4. Skills: Strong interpersonal skills and a dynamic, self-starter attitude.
5. Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
6. Problem-solving capabilities and flexibility.
7. A presentable appearance and good command of the English language (written and spoken).