Bookkeeper - Part Time

Harringtons Foods Ltd • Cranbrook • Finance & Accounting
Part-time Mid

Description

About Us

We’re a fast-growing entrepreneurial organisation with two thriving food ventures and an expanding property portfolio (rentals and developments). As our operations grow, we’re looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Part-Time Bookkeeper to join our team in Cranbrook, Kent.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the right individual to work in a high-growth, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. You’ll be a key player supporting the financial side of multiple ventures - helping us make smart decisions and keep everything running smoothly.

Please note: This is an office-based role only.
We do not offer remote or hybrid working - as we believe in the energy, creativity, and collaboration that comes from working together in person.

What You’ll Be Doing
• Maintain accurate financial records across multiple ventures
• Prepare monthly management accounts to support informed decision-making
• Draft and submit VAT returns, including experience with zero-rated VAT businesses
• Manage accounts payable and receivable including chasing overdue invoices
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements
• Use cloud-based tools and systems to manage financial data
• Organise receipts, invoices, and digital records
• Collaborate directly with the owner on financial insights and planning, by producing monthly management accounts

What We’re Looking For
• Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting (2+ years preferred)
• Knowledge of VAT rules, including experience with zero-rated VAT
• Some knowledge & experience of CIS scheme accounting would be useful, but not essential
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and cash flow management
• Confident using:
• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Dext (Receipt Bank)
• Google Sheets
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Proactive, can-do attitude with strong communication skills
• Able to manage multiple tasks across different ventures
• Must be available to work in person at our office in Cranbrook, Kent

Why Join Us?
• £18-£20 per hour (depending on experience)
• Flexi-time offered (as long the needs of the business are being met)
• Exciting opportunity to grow with a fast-scaling organisation
• Peaceful, countryside office setting – enjoy fresh air and focus
• Free on-site parking
• Friendly, entrepreneurial, and supportive team
• Optional weekend overtime available - help us to staff our busy food events calendar if you'd like to earn some extra cash (not essential!)

Schedule
• Part-time (est. 5-10 hours per week)
• Weekday hours (flexible)
• Optional weekend event work available

Work Location
• Cranbrook, Kent (in person only – no remote/hybrid work)
• We strongly believe in the power of in-person collaboration, and our team thrives in a shared, energised workspace surrounded by nature.

How to Apply

If you’re a detail-driven bookkeeper looking for a flexible and impactful role in a fast growing and fun organisation, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you're the perfect fit!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £18.00-£20.00 per hour

Benefits:
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Experience:
• Bookkeeping: 2 years (preferred)

Language:
• Fluent English (required)

Work authorisation:
• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person