October 31st 2025, by Calvin Cooper

We're on the hunt for the next member of our team!

We're looking for someone to bolster our bookkeeping efforts, as well as our in-house admin team.

If this sounds like it could fit you, read on!

This is an Orkney-based role. You’ll work from our beautiful offices at The Old Library coworking space, alongside our existing CRC and Old Library team!

This role will require a commitment of at least 3 days per week, but could be up to full time (35 hours per week) for the right applicant.

Find out a bit more below, and how to apply!

Administrator / Bookkeeping Support

Package

  • Salary - £23,000 - £27,000 DOE (pro rata based on 35 hour week)
  • Minimum of 21 hours per week
  • 5% Employers Pension
  • Private Health Insurance (can be extended to your immediate family)
  • 30 days annual leave

What you’ll be doing

  • Dealing with client enquiries, and liaising with relevant team members
  • Helping the delivery team ensure all client information is in and complete
  • Assisting with client onboardings
  • Support with ad hoc administration for The Old Library
  • Preparing VAT returns
  • Supporting senior members of the compliance and commercial teams
  • Supporting ad hoc requests from the team
  • Leaving clients and the team with a smile on their face!

Qualifications and skills

  • No formal qualifications needed, but previous experience in a relevant role would be beneficial (customer service, administration, etc).
  • Prior experience of bookkeeping processing is essential.
  • An enjoyment of working for different clients whilst understanding their individual needs.
  • Strong computer skills, with particular experience in Excel.
  • Experience with cloud accounting systems (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks)
  • Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.

The location

We're based at The Old Library - a space which we share with a range of other great local businesses, as well as our coworking members! You can find out a little bit more about it here!

Applications open: throughout November

How do I apply?

It’s a simple two-parter.

  1. Send us a copy of your CV (the easy bit) - email calvin@crc.business
  2. Either, a covering letter, which says a bit about you, and why this role might be right for you.
  3. (Optional) Or, a short video introducing yourself, covering the points that would have otherwise been in the covering letter!

How do I get all of this to you?

The easiest way is through WeTransfer.

We'll be able to securely download your documents at this end, and can take it all from there!

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