Cooper + Cooper Solar
Book keeper and office administration
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Operations & Finance Coordinator
Location: Charlton Down, near Dorchester, Dorset (Hybrid working available)
Hours: 9:00am – 2:30pm Monday to Friday (minimum). Full-time hours available for the right candidate.
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.
About Us
Cooper & Cooper Solar is a growing renewable energy company based near Dorchester, providing high-quality solar PV and battery installations across Dorset and the surrounding areas. As our business continues to expand, we’re looking for an organised, proactive individual to become a key member of our office team.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys variety. You’ll play an important role in both the financial management and day-to-day operations of the business, helping ensure everything runs efficiently from enquiry through to installation.
The Role
This is a hybrid role combining bookkeeping, administration and job scheduling. You’ll work closely with the company director, customers, suppliers and installation teams to keep projects organised and finances up to date.
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The role is initially offered on a minimum of 9:00am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday, with the opportunity to progress to a full-time position for the right person as the business continues to grow.
Hybrid working is available, allowing a mixture of office and home working where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Bookkeeping
- Daily bank reconciliation using Xero.
- Processing supplier invoices and payments.
- Credit control and monitoring customer payments.
- Preparing management reports and assisting with cash flow monitoring.
- Liaising with our external accountant.
- Maintaining accurate financial records.
Operations & Administration
- Scheduling installation teams, scaffolding and deliveries.
- Coordinating customer surveys and installation dates.
- Answering customer enquiries via telephone and email.
- Ordering materials and managing supplier communications.
- Maintaining project documentation and compliance records.
- General office administration and supporting the wider team.
About You
You’ll ideally have:
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- Previous bookkeeping experience.
- Good working knowledge of Xero.
- Excellent organisational and planning skills.
- The ability to prioritise multiple tasks and work independently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and cloud-based software.
- A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of your work.
Experience within the construction, electrical or renewable energy sector would be an advantage but is not essential.
What We Offer
- Hybrid working with flexibility where appropriate.
- Office based in Charlton Down, near Dorchester.
- Friendly, supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to increase to full-time hours.
- A varied role with genuine responsibility and the chance to help shape a growing business.
- Ongoing training and career development.
If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real difference, enjoy variety, and become an integral part of a growing company, we’d love to hear from you.
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