Finance Administrator / Personal Assistant (Remote)

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Finance Administrator / Personal Assistant (Remote) – Cape Town, Western Cape

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa (Remote/Work From Home)
Company: RecruitMyMom
Job Type: Independent Contract (Part-Time)
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: R200 – R240 per hour
Working Hours: 2–3 Hours Per Day (Flexible)
Posted Date: 11 June 2026
Job Reference: ZR_16981_JOB

About the Opportunity

An exciting remote opportunity is available for an experienced Finance Administrator and Personal Assistant to join a private family office environment. This flexible, part-time role is ideal for a highly organised professional who enjoys combining financial administration, executive support, and household coordination responsibilities.

Working approximately 2–3 hours daily, you will provide essential support in maintaining financial accuracy, coordinating administrative activities, and ensuring the smooth operation of personal and estate-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Administration & Bookkeeping

  • Maintain accurate financial records and transaction categorisation.
  • Perform regular account reconciliations.
  • Monitor financial activities and ensure clear financial reporting.
  • Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.

Accounting Coordination

  • Serve as the primary contact for accounting-related matters.
  • Prepare financial documentation for accountants and tax practitioners.
  • Manage invoices and financial records.
  • Coordinate with external accounting professionals.

Personal Assistant Duties

  • Manage diaries, calendars, and appointments.
  • Handle professional and personal correspondence.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements and schedules.
  • Provide ad-hoc administrative support when required.

Household & Estate Administration

  • Coordinate household service providers and contractors.
  • Manage utility accounts and service-related administration.
  • Oversee maintenance schedules for private properties.
  • Assist with estate and household logistics management.

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be permanently based in Cape Town, Western Cape.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in finance administration, executive assistance, bookkeeping, or related roles.
  • Previous experience within a family office, HNWI (High-Net-Worth Individual), investment, or financial services environment.
  • Strong bookkeeping and financial administration skills.
  • Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
  • High level of discretion and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Relevant qualification or certification in Administration, Bookkeeping, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience managing household logistics or estate administration will be advantageous.

Required Software Skills

  • Xero
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Google Docs

Benefits

  • Fully remote work arrangement.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Competitive hourly remuneration.
  • Opportunity to work within a professional family office environment.
  • Excellent work-life balance with only 2–3 hours required daily.

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for an experienced finance and administration professional seeking a flexible, remote position while remaining actively involved in financial coordination, executive support, and estate administration. If you have strong bookkeeping skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience supporting high-level professionals, this opportunity offers both flexibility and rewarding responsibility.

Application Closing

Applications are currently open. Early applications are encouraged.

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