Executive Administrative Assistant – Accounting & Tax Support
Job Type: Part Time, 20 hours
Location: South Africa or Latin America preferred
Working Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM EST, Monday to Friday
Salary Range: $700 - $800 USD/month, depending on experience
Type of Contract: Independent Contractor
About the Role:
Our client is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support their accounting and tax team. This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you'll help keep the back office running smoothly, managing documents, handling invoicing, tracking tasks, and assisting with client communications.
You don’t need to be a tax expert, but if you love structure, know your way around spreadsheets, and enjoy supporting a team, you’ll thrive in this role. The environment is fast-paced and performance-driven, so strong communication and attention to detail are key.
If you're proactive, tech-savvy, and can juggle multiple priorities with ease, we’d love to connect with you.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide support with bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping.
- Assist with preparation and organization of tax return files and workpapers.
- Help prepare financial schedules and reports for internal and client use.
- Upload and maintain documents in the firm’s management system (Canopy).
- Support client communication by helping follow up on missing information.
- Assist with payroll and related calculations as needed.
- Provide general administrative support to the accounting team.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Basic familiarity with accounting and payroll processes preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; experience with accounting software is a plus.
- Willingness to learn and take direction from senior team members.
Role Details
- Part-time position with flexible hours.
- Training will be provided.
- Opportunity for growth and increased responsibility over time.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re organized, motivated, and ready to support a busy accounting team, we’d love to hear from you.