Rossella is an award-winning, family-run Italian restaurant with locations in Kentish Town and Muswell Hill. Alongside our busy restaurants, we also operate a growing online deli & takeaway, delivery business.
As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced and highly organised Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Administrator to join our team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, growing family business. Our current bookkeeper is retiring after many years with us, so you’ll benefit from a structured handover and several months of training before taking full ownership of the role.
The Role
You will be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping and finance administration across both restaurant locations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day bookkeeping across our two restaurants.
- Process supplier invoices, payments and bank reconciliations using Xero and Dext.
- Prepare and process payroll, pensions and employee finance administration.
- Reconcile daily sales, cash, card and delivery platform takings.
- Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for the directors.
- Assist with VAT preparation and work closely with our external accountant.
- Support staff onboarding and general business administration.
- Help improve financial systems and processes as the business continues to grow.
Essential Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ bookkeeping experience.
- Strong working knowledge of Xero.
- Experience processing payroll.
- Confident using Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Desirable
- Hospitality experience.
- Experience using Dext.
- Experience using Lightspeed POS.
- Experience using Shopify.
- Experience using OpenTable.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £33,000–£35,000, depending on experience.
- A structured handover with our current bookkeeper.
- Long-term career progression within a growing business.
- A supportive, friendly family-run working environment.
- Staff discount across both Rossella locations.
- Company pension.
- Paid holiday.
Bookkeeper employer: Rossella
At Rossella, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, especially as we embark on this exciting new venture in Muswell Hill. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our focus on ongoing training and multi-section development, ensuring that every team member can enhance their skills while enjoying a supportive work culture. With benefits like guaranteed birthday off, generous discounts, and a close-knit team environment, we offer a rewarding workplace for passionate chefs looking to thrive in the culinary world.
