Part-Time Administrator and Bookkeeper

Rawles Motorsport; Alton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A family run classic car workshop is seeking a part-time office administrator/bookkeeper. The role requires 18-20 hours per week, primarily on Thursdays and Fridays, and involves managing bookkeeping duties, client services, and general office administration. Candidates should have prior bookkeeping experience and proficiency in accounting software such as Sage. This friendly business offers flexibility and support, making it ideal for those looking to balance work and personal commitments.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or financial administration role.
• Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties.
• Act as the first point of contact for clients.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior staff.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Confident communication skills

Proficiency in accounting software

Microsoft Office skills

Excellent organisational skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a friendly and experienced office administrator/ Sage experienced accounts bookkeeper on a part-time basis required of 18-20 hours a week office cover with core hours on Thursday and Friday.

About Rawles Motorsport

Rawles Motorsport is a family run classic car workshop and dealership, world renowned for transforming rusty wrecks to beautiful, exceptional quality, modernised classics. We have an enthusiastic team of artisans dedicated to producing the very best for our customers. Our activities include the sale, service and restoration of classic cars with a bodyshop, paintshop, trimshop and mechanical departments in house with 40 sales cars in stock.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment tracking.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and ensure accurate financial record keeping.
• Assist with preparation of VAT returns.
• Work with accounting software – Sage experience required

Client Services

• Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors via phone, email, and in-person.
• Manage incoming enquiries and direct communication appropriately.
• Schedule appointments and maintain a central office calendar.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and general correspondence.

Office Administration & Support

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior staff or managers.
• Maintain well-structured digital and physical filing systems.
• Manage office supplies and support general office upkeep.
• Carry out additional administrative tasks as needed.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or financial administration role.
• Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Positive, reliable, and proactive approach.

Work Hours

• 18-20 hours a week (flexible)
• Thursday and Friday Hours Required
• You must provide holiday office cover Monday to Friday for 2 – 4 weeks of the year

This is a great job in a friendly well-run family business specialising in a exciting, luxury industry product. Interesting and varied job this job is ideal job for someone seeking either to reduce the hours from full time or perhaps even a working mother. You will have full support and flexibility from the directors.