Job Title: Part‑Time Bookkeeper / Property Accounts Administrator
Location: Chester City Centre (Hybrid – minimum 1 day per week in the office)
Hours: Part‑time, flexible between 12–25 hours per week
Salary: £40,000 FTE (pro‑rata depending on hours)
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Free parking, flexible hours, hybrid working, supportive team environment

About the Business

A well‑established, family‑run property management business based in Chester City Centre, operating for over 20 years. The company is bespoke and niche, managing property portfolios for private investors. The team is small, professional, and collaborative, with a strong focus on long‑term relationships and high‑quality service.

The Role

This role has been created due to an upcoming retirement and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper to join the business on a part‑time basis. Hours are flexible between 12–25 per week, with potential to increase over time. The role supports the property management team by managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping and associated administrative processes linked to rental portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

-Managing rent collections across multiple client portfolios
-Recording income and expenditure relating to rental properties
-Processing and paying approved supplier invoices
-Completing regular bank reconciliations
-Preparing client profit and loss statements for year‑end submission to external accountants
-Collating and maintaining financial documentation for accountants and clients
-Supporting finance‑related administration within the property management function
-Assisting with payroll, if required (with potential to bring payroll in‑house)

Systems & Tools
-Currently using QuickBooks, with a planned transition to Xero
-Strong Excel skills beneficial

About You

-Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally within property, practice, or multi‑client environments
-Comfortable managing multiple rental income streams and reconciliations
-Highly organised with strong attention to detail
-Able to work independently while integrating into a small, close‑knit team
-Professional, reliable, and personable – cultural fit is key
-Happy to commit to at least one day per week in the office

What’s on Offer

-£40,000 FTE (pro‑rata for part‑time hours)
-Flexible part‑time working (12–25 hours per week)
-Hybrid working with office presence required
-Free parking in Chester City Centre
-Opportunity to grow hours and responsibilities over time
-Long‑term role within a stable, friendly, and dedicated team