Executive Assistant

Full time | Kendrick Recruitment | South Africa

Posted On 2026/01/15

Administration

DOE

City:
Bryanston

State/Province:
Gauteng

2021

Location:

Bryanston

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking a highly qualified Executive Assistant to join a luxury travel company in Bryanston. This critical role provides high-level support to the CEO and Executive Committee, ensuring smooth operations and effective coordination across the organization.

• Manage the CEO’s calendar, schedule meetings, and coordinate travel arrangements with precision and confidentiality.
• Prepare and organize financial documents for meetings and presentations.
• Provide high-level administrative support to the Executive Committee.
• Oversight and reconciliation of client accounts as required.
• Support the finance team with basic bookkeeping tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Manage travel, accommodation, and expense filing for the CEO.
• Prepare documents, presentations, and correspondence professionally.
• Maintain organized filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for special projects.
• Facilitate smooth communication between the CEO,, finance team, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of sensitive business information.
• Compile and prepare financial reports, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Develop, update, and manage databases for sales, marketing, and financial information.
• Provide accurate intelligence and insights to support decision‑making.
• Assist in monitoring and analyzing business performance metrics.
• Contribute to the development of systems and processes that improve efficiency.
• Support the CEO and Senior Management in achieving organizational goals.
• Track progress and ensure timely completion of finance‑related projects and initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant certification in Executive Assistance or Office Administration advantageous.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Executive Assistant or similar high‑level administrative role.
• Proven experience supporting C‑suite executives in a fast‑paced corporate environment.
• Strong financial administration knowledge and familiarity with bookkeeping principles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex calendars, travel arrangements, and confidential information.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and financial reporting tools.
• Experience with database management and reporting systems.
• Strong understanding of business performance metrics and data analysis.

• Exceptional organizational and time‑management skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities under pressure.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results‑driven finance and administrative professional with a passion for hospitality and operational excellence to join a dynamic team.