Part-Time Bookkeeper - Construction Sector Experience Preferred - Remote

Overview

We’re hiring a meticulous and experienced Bookkeeper to support a UK-based property development company. This part-time opportunity is ideal for a highly organised finance professional with experience in managing multi-entity accounts. You’ll work closely with the founder to maintain accurate financial records, assist in reporting to lenders, and optimise bookkeeping processes.

If you’re highly proficient in Xero and Excel, have a strong understanding of financial best practices, and enjoy working independently, this is your chance to play a pivotal role in a growing UK business – all from the comfort of your home in South Africa.

In Short

• Maintain accurate financial records across five entities using Xero, integrated with Dext and Cresco.
• Perform monthly bank and invoice reconciliations.
• Use or quickly learn tools like Fathom for cash flow forecasting.
• Prepare and submit monthly drawdown schedules for development finance.
• Compile and send accurate lender reports, including Excel schedules and invoice packs.
• Track and analyse cost variances between fee proposals and actual invoices.
• Support the founder in analysing budget vs actual performance across developments.
• Assist with data management from appraisal spreadsheets and forecasts.
• Identify inefficiencies and propose improvements in finance workflows.
• Reduce manual oversight by ensuring precision and consistency in financial processes.

Requirements

• Experience in bookkeeping, preferably in the construction sector.
• Proficiency in Xero and Excel.
• Strong understanding of financial best practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple accounts.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Strong analytical skills for cost tracking and variance analysis.
• Experience with financial reporting and lender communications.
• Familiarity with cash flow forecasting tools.
• Ability to identify process inefficiencies and propose solutions.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation.

Benefits

• Flexible working hours.
• Work from home.
• Opportunity to work with a growing business.
• Gain experience in the construction sector.
• Collaborate directly with the founder.