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Executive Assistant / Operations & Admin VA

Philippines, South Africa
9600.00 – 13200.00 USD
Philippines, South Africa (Remote)RemoteFreelanceAssist WorldNEW

🇿🇦 Your real take-home in South Africa

Upper band · est.

Gross / yr

$13k

Before tax

Tax & SS

−$4k

~30% effective

Net / yr

$9k

≈ $770/mo

Purchasing power vs NYC

$22k/yr NYC-equiv

58% cheaper than NYC · est. rent + living: $1,100–1,900

+$13k lifestyle boost

~30% (progressive income tax). Estimates only — not tax advice.

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Description (EN)

Overview

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Virtual Assistant to support a VP of Operations & Finance at a fast-growing company.

This role is a blend of executive assistance, operations support, and light finance/admin coordination, helping streamline day-to-day workflows, reduce operational bottlenecks, and bring structure to a fast-moving environment.

The ideal candidate is someone who can take ownership, bring order to chaos, and act as a true right-hand support.

Key Responsibilities

Admin & Organization (CORE)

  • Digitize and organize large volumes of documents (Google Drive)
  • Maintain structured filing systems (digital + inbox)
  • Organize inbox using folders, labels, and automations
  • Reduce clutter and improve information accessibility
  • Light HR admin work ( maintenance of the paperwork and upkeep in our system).

Expense Tracking & Light Bookkeeping

  • Track and manage corporate credit card expenses

  • Match receipts to transactions

  • Prepare expense reports for accounting

  • Ensure accurate documentation of company spend

Project & Operations Support

  • Support ongoing construction project coordination

  • Track invoices and ensure proper documentation

  • Maintain and update budget tracking files

  • Ensure all paid invoices are stored and organized

Calendar & Scheduling Management (VERY IMPORTANT)

  • Manage both personal + professional calendar

  • Prevent double bookings

  • Schedule meetings, appointments, and commitments

  • Book personal appointments (e.g. doctors, gym, etc.)

  • Proactively optimize calendar usage

General Executive Support

  • Act as a right-hand support to a senior executive

  • Help prioritize tasks and improve workflow efficiency

  • Assist with ad hoc admin tasks

  • Potentially support light HR admin (forms, submissions)

Tools & Software

Must Have:

  • Google Workspace (Docs, Drive, Gmail)
  • Calendar management tools
  • Microsoft Office

Nice to Have:

  • Sage Intacct (or any accounting software)

  • Light bookkeeping experience

  • Experience with automation tools

  • Comfortable using AI tools

Ideal Candidate

  • 3+ years experience as a VA / EA / Operations Assistant

  • Strong organizational skills (borderline OCD in a good way)

  • Proactive and independent (doesn’t wait to be told everything)

  • Comfortable supporting senior-level executives

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Able to handle both structured and unstructured environments

  • Trustworthy and reliable

Why Join Assist World?

100% REMOTE
$50 birthday bonus
$200 testimonial bonus
$500 entry monthly raffle
NO TRACKER. NO PROBLEM

Originally posted on Himalayas

Published 1 day ago

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