Ashley Khumalo
@ashleykay
Results-driven virtual assistant streamlining calendars, inboxes, and bookkeeping for busy professionals.
What I'm looking for
I’m a results-driven Virtual Assistant with a Business Administration Diploma and hands-on training in bookkeeping, customer service, and advanced word processing. I help busy professionals reclaim their time by managing operations remotely with attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and consistent accuracy.
In my freelance role, I managed inbox and calendar workflows for a small business owner, reducing scheduling conflicts by 100% within the first month through systematic Google Calendar organisation. I drafted and proofread professional correspondence and client-facing documents, and processed weekly invoices while reconciling financial records using Google Sheets, ensuring zero discrepancies across a 3-month engagement.
I also support client-facing communication and problem resolution through email and WhatsApp, while conducting online research and compiling structured reports that saved the client an estimated 5+ hours per week. From my internship work and certifications, I bring practical finance and document-preparation skills, including accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliation, and advanced word processing with mail merge.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Freelance Virtual Assistant
Self Employed
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Managed a small business owner’s inbox and calendar remotely, reducing scheduling conflicts by 100% within the first month. Processed weekly invoices, reconciled financial records in Google Sheets, and handled customer inquiries via email and WhatsApp.
Business Administration Intern
Girls College
Jan 2024 - Apr 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Applied bookkeeping principles to maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable/receivable and bank reconciliation exercises. Created standardized document templates in Microsoft Word using mail merge, tables, and styles, and supported departmental scheduling and logistics.
Education
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Girls College
Business Administration Diploma, Business Administration
2024 - 2025
Completed a Business Administration Diploma covering finance, marketing, human resources, strategic planning, and business operations. Developed professional communication and time management skills for executive support contexts.
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