Financial Executive Assistant

SUMMARY:
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.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

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

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

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