Part-Time Bookkeeper & Office Support (On-Site Contractor)
Role: A self-employed role focused on maintaining the records and accounts, and supporting the financial wellbeing, for a small private UK group of companies in property, construction and restaurants. You will manage the day-to-day financial health of the business while providing essential support to the wider office team during busy periods or staff absences.
Location: The role requires on-site presence in our Putney (London) Head Office while working. Remote candidates not accepted.
Us: Dreamhouse (A.E.) Construction and Development Ltd and its group companies are a private family business. We were set up in 1992 and have built a successful portfolio of commercial and residential property that we self-manage, alongside a property development business and a restaurant in Pimlico. Most of our operations are in London. We pride ourselves on being a dynamic, professional team and are seeking a versatile Bookkeeper to join our Putney office.
Hours: Part-time. Preference for coverage 3-4 days per week totalling around 15-20 hours per week (e.g., M/W/F 10am-4pm). Ideally, we could accommodate someone looking for a part-time role around other commitments (e.g., childcare or other clients).
Rate: Based on experience, contractor-basis
Process: Candidates will have to apply for the role and will be subject to interviews (calls and in-person), reference checks and final round applicants may be invited to undertake a trial morning to see how they perform.
Exclusivity: Role is non-exclusive. Applicants with existing or multiple clients preferred.
Start: Summer 2026
Key Responsibilities
Financial & Bookkeeping (Primary Focus)
- Sage Management: Full oversight of Sage for multiple companies, including posting weekly takings, supplier invoices, and payroll entries.
- Reconciliations: Performing regular bank and credit card reconciliations, allocating rental payments, matching portal payments, and investigating discrepancies.
- Compliance: Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns, CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) filings, and Companies House filings.
- Reporting: Assisting with management accounts and preparing documentation for our external accountants (BGM Helmores) for year-end.
- Suppliers & Invoicing: Processing contractor/supplier payments and raising quarterly commercial invoices.
Office & Operational Support
- Financial Planning: Supporting with financial planning, such as budgets, cash flow forecasts and valuations.
- Queries: Assisting with ad-hoc requests on financial and accounting matters from our banks, accountants, HMRC and suppliers.
- Filing: Maintaining organized digital and physical records for all entities.
- Coverage & Administration: Assisting with council and utility matters, taking phone calls, and receiving office deliveries.
Candidate Requirements
- Professionalism: Honest, punctual, and a proactive team player who can solve problems pragmatically is an essential requirement for the role.
- Technical Proficiency: Prior experience with Sage is essential, and preference for those with experience using CRM systems (e.g., Arthur Property Management).
- Sector Experience: Previous experience in property/construction (including CIS) and/or the restaurant sectors is highly preferred.
- Communication: Fluent English with strong written/oral communication skills.
- Flexibility: While focused on finance, you are happy to help support general office tasks to ensure smooth operations.
Why Join Us?
This is a stable, long-term opportunity within a successful family business. We offer a professional yet friendly work environment with the flexibility to suit your schedule.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £18.00-£22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- London SW15 2NA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- How many other bookkeeping clients do you currently have and how many hours or days a week to they take up?
- Have you managed Sage accounts across multiple separate companies/entities simultaneously?
- Do you have experience with property management CRMs (e.g. Arthur, Fixflo, Re-Leased)?
- The role is self-employed. Do you understand what this means and are you happy to apply on that basis?
Experience:
- Bookkeeping: 5 years (required)
- SAGE: 5 years (required)
- bookkeeping in property, construction, or hospitality: 1 year (required)
Language:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
