Executive Assistant To Md

Summary

Join our client, a fast-growing company, as their driven Executive Assistant. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to company growth and efficiency while gaining valuable experience in business operations. You will manage communications, handle basic bookkeeping, support the MD in various tasks, and streamline operations. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and grow professionally. This position provides significant opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience with accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Xero, or similar) and basic bookkeeping tasks
• Experience handling email correspondence and responding to client inquiries in a professional manner
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Manage and respond to email inquiries, ensuring timely and professional communication with leads and clients
• Handle basic bookkeeping tasks, including the creation and sending of invoices, along with other accounting-related duties
• Utilize accounting software to track expenses, prepare reports, and maintain accurate financial records
• Support the MD in various administrative tasks and special projects
• Organize and manage the MD's calendar, ensuring meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements are efficiently handled
• Demonstrate initiative by identifying ways to streamline operations and improve processes
• Assist with internal and external communication, ensuring key messages are delivered appropriately
• Track key deliverables and deadlines for the MD, assisting in prioritization and follow-ups

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated curiosity and initiative to learn—must be tech-focused, with a keen interest in developing new skills
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in running their own venture (even if not successful) or a strong interest in entrepreneurship
• Willingness to work longer hours when needed, with appropriate compensation
• Hungry for growth, both in business acumen and personal development, with a demonstrated history of self-driven learning through courses, training, or personal projects

Benefits

• Health insurance
• All South African public holidays
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment that values collaboration and innovation
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities