Executive Assistant (CFO/COO) and Management Accountant Roles

About the role

The National Development Agency is seeking qualified professionals for three permanent positions at its Johannesburg head office: Executive Assistant to the CFO, Executive Assistant to the COO, and a Management Accountant. These roles support senior leadership and contribute to the agency’s mission of eradicating poverty.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level secretarial support to senior executives, including managing electronic diaries and scheduling meetings.
• Handle reception duties and act as the first point of contact for visitors and callers.
• Coordinate and prepare documentation for meetings, ensuring accurate minutes and follow‑up actions.
• Maintain confidential files and correspondence for the CFO and COO.
• Prepare financial reports, budgets, and cost analyses for the Management Accountant role.

Required profile

• Grade 12 qualification (minimum).
• National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Administration/Office Administration or equivalent for executive assistant positions.
• Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Management Accounting, Cost and Management Accounting, or Financial Accounting for the accountant position.

Required skills

• Electronic diary management.
• Proficiency with computerised accounting systems such as Great Plains.
• Proficiency with computerised accounting systems such as Caseware.

What we offer

• Executive Assistant (CFO) – R562,616.55 per annum (cost‑to‑company package).
• Executive Assistant (COO) – R562,616.55 per annum (cost‑to‑company package).
• Management Accountant – R928,796.37 per annum (cost‑to‑company package).