Opportunity overview
What you should know
We checked this opportunity from Assist World. It is listed as South Africa.
The work location is South Africa. Employer-stated compensation: Salary not included in the job posting.
Job description
About this role
Job Description: We are seeking a resourceful and proactive Executive Virtual Assistant to support a software consultant with both business operations and personal administrative tasks . This role requires someone who can handle light bookkeeping, coordinate travel, manage calendars, and assist with various operational responsibilities across both personal and professional domains.
Responsibilities
- Business Support
- Run payroll and health insurance processes (with support or by sourcing providers)
- Organize and consolidate financial statements; assist with light accounting tasks
- Source service providers when needed (e.g., for accounting or insurance)
- Personal Support
- Business Support Run payroll and health insurance processes (with support or by sourcing providers) Organize and consolidate financial statements; assist with light accounting tasks Source service providers when needed (e.g., for accounting or insurance) Personal Support Plan domestic and international travel (including visa appointments, itinerary prep) Keep calendar clean and updated Organize and manage personal paperwork and records Communication & Coordination Use email and spreadsheets to manage information Communicate via WhatsApp, Slack, or preferred messaging app Operate independently and follow through with minimal supervision Must-Have
Qualifications and requirements
- 3 to 5 years experience as an EA
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets
- Familiarity with QuickBooks or willingness to learn
- Job Description: We are seeking a resourceful and proactive Executive Virtual Assistant to support a software consultant with both business operations and personal administrative tasks. This role requires someone who can handle light bookkeeping, coordinate travel, manage calendars, and assist with various operational responsibilities across both personal and professional domains.
- 3 to 5 years experience as an EA Strong organizational and multitasking skills Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets Familiarity with QuickBooks or willingness to learn Experience in payroll, insurance, or accounting support (even at light level) Experience planning and booking travel (including visas and international travel) Excellent written and spoken English Resourceful, detail-oriented, and self-managing Comfortable using client-provided email and handling sensitive information under NDA
The description, responsibilities and qualifications used for this page and its JobPosting data appear above. Use the application action in the Job snapshot to confirm any later changes before applying.
Why you may be eligible
The source lists South Africa as the eligible location. Confirm that you meet any work-authorization, time-zone and experience requirements.
Career Studio · Early access
Want help preparing your application?
Use this job to tailor your CV and prepare a focused cover letter based on the employer’s requirements.
- Job-specific CV guidance
- Focused cover-letter draft
- You review, edit and submit it yourself
How this listing was checked
- Source status
- Applicant-tracking source confirmed
- Employer or source
- Assist World
- Source checked
- September 8, 2026
- Application destination
- Employer or official applicant-tracking website
- Work setup and location
- Remote · South Africa
- Who can apply
- South Africa · Partially confirmed — review details
- Pay
- Not stated by employer
- Deadline
- Not stated by employer
We check the source and visible requirements, but the employer controls changes and the final hiring decision. Confirm the latest requirements before applying.