Full Time
$5/hour
40
Aug 29, 2026
Short-Term Rental Experience Required | UK Property Management Company
Baystone Living is a growing London-based short-term rental and property management company looking for an intelligent, highly organised and detail-oriented Operations & Accounting Virtual Assistant to join our remote team.
Previous short-term rental (STR) and Accounting experience is required for this role.
This is not a basic administrative VA position. You will be involved in the day-to-day operation of our property portfolio as well as bookkeeping and financial administration.
We are looking for someone who can work independently, spot mistakes before they become problems, use good judgement and take genuine ownership of their responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Short-Term Rental Operations
* Manage and monitor guest communications
* Monitor reservations, check-ins and check-outs
* Handle guest issues and escalate urgent matters appropriately
* Coordinate cleaners, maintenance contractors and suppliers
* Review upcoming bookings and identify potential issues
* Monitor cancellations, amendments, refunds and booking changes
* Ensure property information and guest instructions are accurate
* Track outstanding operational tasks and follow through until completion
* Assist with listing and calendar management
* Follow company SOPs while using independent judgement when something does not look right
Accounting & Bookkeeping
* Maintain bookkeeping records in Xero
* Categorise income and expenses
* Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
* Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
* Review supplier invoices and identify discrepancies
* Reconcile Airbnb,
* Track refunds, adjustments and booking-related payments
* Assist with monthly owner statements
* Assist with property-level P&Ls and financial reporting
* Maintain accurate expense records
* Assist with month-end processes
* Liaise with our external accountant where required
Essential Requirements
You MUST have:
* Previous professional experience working in short-term rentals / vacation rentals
* Experience using Airbnb
* Experience using
* Experience using VRBO
* Professional bookkeeping/accounting experience
* Strong numerical ability
* Good Excel or Google Sheets skills
* Excellent written and spoken English
* Excellent attention to detail
* Strong problem-solving skills and common sense
* Ability to prioritise multiple issues independently
* Ability to recognise when information is incorrect or does not reconcile
* Reliable internet connection and computer
* Previous experience working remotely
An Accounting or Finance degree and/or professional accounting qualifications are strongly preferred.
Highly Preferred
* Hospitable experience
* Xero experience
* Hubdoc experience
* PriceLabs experience
* UK bookkeeping/accounting experience
* Experience reconciling Airbnb,
* Experience preparing owner statements
* Experience with property management accounting
* Notion
* Slack
Who We're Looking For
We are particularly interested in someone who thinks rather than simply follows instructions.
Hours & Compensation
* Approximately **32-40 hours per week**
* Long-term position for the right candidate
* Compensation and responsibilities will be reviewed based on performance
There is significant opportunity to take on greater responsibility as the company grows.
How to Apply
Please send:
1. Your CV
2. Details of your previous **short-term rental experience**
3. Which STR platforms/PMS systems you have personally used
4. Your experience with **Airbnb,
5. Your experience with **Hospitable**, if applicable
6. Your accounting/bookkeeping experience
7. Your experience with Xero or other accounting software
8. Your expected hourly rate
9. Your availability and preferred working hours
**Applications without previous short-term rental experience will not be considered.**