Bookkeeper/Finance Assistant (Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract)

Job Posted: 29 April 2025

• Contract Term: Fixed Term
• Location: West Wight, Isle of Wight
• Contract Type: Part time
• Salary: Highly competitive salary in line with market expectations
• Industries: Accounting Administration General Office HR & Training

Bookkeeper/Finance Assistant (Part-Time, Fixed Term Contract)

Overview

Our client is a vibrant, successful and popular Restaurant Group based on the Isle of Wight who are looking for a Part Time Bookkeeper/ Finance Assistant on an initial 6-month fixed term contract. 2 Days a week.

In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Head of Finance during their busy season working on administrative tasks whilst utilizing Xero software. 

Our client is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences and fostering a collaborative, inclusive workplace. They encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. Please note that this position is only available as an “On-Site” role. 

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records for multiple restaurant sites using Xero.
• Record daily financial transactions, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
• Process accounts payable invoices & cash & card expenses into the system, assisting with supplier reconciliations, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconcile bank statements, invoices, and receipts to ensure all transactions are accounted for and accurate.
• Assisting in the posting of month end journals, Depreciation, stock movements (generated from the external system).
• The accurate counting & recording of End of Day cash, tips etc.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations & financial reports.
• Using our scheduling software to check & export data to assist with weekly & monthly payroll preparation. (Payroll calculations themselves are outsourced).
• Assisting with New staff joiner paperwork, system setup & ID verification checks.
• Perform general finance administration, including ad hoc requirements to support finance, payroll & HR as required. We are a small team so help out wherever necessary.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper, HR or finance assistant, ideally within the hospitality or restaurant sector.
• Proficiency in Xero accounting software is essential.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other office software.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritise tasks.
• A level of understanding & knowledge of accounting principles and practices is desirable.
• Relevant qualifications in accounting, finance, or business are desirable but not essential. 

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary in line with market expectations
• 25% off meals at their restaurants
• A chance to make new friends and memories with a fun and passionate team alongside a highly supportive and hands on management team.

All applications are treated with the upmost confidentiality.

AI generated cover letters and CV's will be rejected. 

Isle of Wight Jobs Recruitment Ltd is acting as an employment agency and business on behalf of this employer. We will be providing a pre-qualified shortlist of applicants to the management team within this company. We are unable to publicly release further details regarding this employer; however, we will be able to freely discuss the specifics with suitable applicants. 

To apply for this fantastic opportunity please attach your CV below and include a cover letter outlining why you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position. Please also share with us your relevant experience that you have gained throughout your career.

For an informal chat, please call Alanna on 01983 475 110