Job Description

The Role

One day a week in our office. In-person (Totnes, South Devon). Exact location to be decided.

To apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining why you'd be a great fit for the role to hello@restandwild.co

About REST + WILD

We offer people space to switch off.

We place beautifully designed cabins in some of Britain's most exceptional landscapes.

We are the gold standard in this space.

We host thousands of guests each year, with high occupancy year round.

We are in pursuit of excellence, growing only when it means we don't compromise. We have rejected over 160 locations. We have launched three.

Where You Fit In

We're looking for an experienced, reliable Bookkeeper to take ownership of our day-to-day finances and management reporting.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys bringing order, structure, and clarity to a growing hospitality business.

We're looking for an individual who takes pride in their work, communicates clearly, and feels real accountability for getting things done, ideally someone who can work alongside the founder, from our Totnes office when needed (exact location to be decided).

Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Financial Control

Own the day-to-day bookkeeping across the business, ideally with experience of multi-site hospitality or accommodation businesses. Ensure transactions are accurately recorded and allocated correctly across sites and cost categories. Maintain clean, up-to-date records at all times.

Management Accounts, Reporting & Modelling

Produce monthly management accounts, owning the P&L and Balance Sheet. Support the creation and maintenance of budgets and financial forecasts, including cashflow forecasting. Prepare clear, reliable reports including: Revenue reports for Site Managers Monthly sales reports Overall business performance and tracking spreadsheets Ensure reports are delivered on time and can be trusted for decision making.

Payments & Cashflow

Be responsible for taking payments from guests and paying suppliers. Keep a clear handle on cashflow, timing, and upcoming liabilities. Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and on time.

Efficiency & Cost Control

Price compare suppliers and services where appropriate. Identify efficiencies and opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality. Flag issues, anomalies, or risks early.

General Financial Administration

Handle day-to-day financial admin as needed to keep the business running smoothly. Work closely with the founders and wider team, answering questions and providing clarity where needed. Liaise with external accountants where required.

About You

An experienced bookkeeper, ideally with hospitality or multi-site accommodation experience. Highly organised, detail focused, and methodical. You take pride in getting things right. Reliable, communicative, and accountable. You do what you say you'll do. Comfortable owning financials end-to-end and working independently. Practical and hands-on, with good commercial awareness. Happy working part-time (3-4 days per month) and ideally able to work from our Totnes office. You value clarity, good systems, and well run businesses.
Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 20.00-25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 - 8 per week

Work Location: In person