Accountant

One Big Circle; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing technology company in Bristol is seeking a proactive Accountant to join its finance team. Ideal candidates will be fully or nearly qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA. Responsibilities include delivering management accounts, financial reporting, and supporting budgeting processes. The company offers a competitive salary of £40‑£50k depending on experience, alongside a range of benefits such as a pension scheme and healthcare cover.

Benefits

Auto enrolment Pension Scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Private Healthcare Cover

Complimentary snacks and refreshments

Access to Bike to Work Scheme

Secure bike storage

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a finance role.
• Experience with VAT or tax returns is desirable.
• Experience with R&D and government-funded initiatives is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly management accounts.
• Analyse and report on monthly P&L.
• Support budget planning and forecasting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Commercial awareness

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree in business or accounting

CIMA, ACCA, or ACA qualification (or nearly qualified)

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Job description

Accountant

One Big Circle – Bristol

Full‑Time 37.5 hours over 5 Days

Salary £40‑£50k depending on experience

About One Big Circle

Be part of an award‑winning workplace: The Sunday Times Best Medium‑size Technology Company 2025.

Formed in 2017, One Big Circle is a fast‑growing Bristol technology company that provides “Intelligent Video” solutions. We focus entirely on solving real‑world industry problems by fusing new technology in the fields of Video, IoT, Cloud and AI, providing end‑to‑end solutions which allow our customers to dramatically improve their operational efficiency and safety.

Our culture is one of high‑quality technical delivery and we work at a speed that many industries are unaccustomed to. We have built a team dynamic that challenges and empowers our people, creating an environment where everyone contributes and learns. We are growing, profitable and have ambitious plans to continue expansion in and beyond our existing markets.

We are looking for a proactive and motivated individual to join our team to support the business in further growing our flagship award‑winning product: AIVR. AIVR (Automated Intelligent Video Review) is a state‑of‑the‑art video technology system used by thousands of people in the rail industry. AIVR has won dozens of awards and is recognised as the market‑leading solution, but we are building many more opportunities both in existing and new markets which will further accelerate our growth.

Role Summary

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Accountant to join our collaborative finance team. This role is open to individuals who are fully or nearly qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA and who have a strong interest in financial management and business performance. If nearly qualified, we will only consider candidates who are aiming to finish their qualification and become fully qualified.

As an Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring accurate and timely delivery of monthly management accounts, management accounts analysis and reporting across different areas of the business. As a commercially aware Accountant, you have oversight of proposals and costing of projects, and how these align with the strategic aims of the business.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Analyse and report on the monthly P&L and other financial reports.
• Provide financial reporting across different areas of the business.
• Translate financial performance into meaningful insights, KPIs and targets.
• Support budget planning and forecasting processes.
• Monitor and support compliance with tax requirements and regulatory changes.
• Manage initiatives such as R&D tax credits and government schemes.
• Play a key role in capital expenditure projects.
• Support the year‑end audit process.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements across finance processes and controls.
• Informally mentor and support apprentice accountants.
• Collaborate with the wider finance team to strengthen its impact across the business.

Personal Qualities

• Commercially aware – able to see the bigger picture and link finance and commercial processes.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented – comfortable working with complex data and drawing out clear insights.
• Proactive and forward‑thinking – takes initiative, keeps up to date with tax/regulatory changes, and identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Strong communicator – able to translate financial information into clear, practical insights for finance and non‑finance colleagues alike.
• Collaborative team player – enjoys working with a diverse team and values sharing knowledge and skills.
• Supportive mentor – willing to guide and encourage junior team members, such as apprentices.
• Adaptable and resilient – flexible in responding to business needs, deadlines, and regulatory changes.
• Integrity and accountability – committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy, compliance, and ethical practice.
• Problem‑solver – solutions‑focused and able to drive process improvements.
• Organised and efficient – capable of managing multiple priorities and delivering results on time.

Experience

• Strong experience in accounting platforms such as Xero.
• 3+ years experience in a finance role.
• A degree or equivalent experience in business or accounting.
• Qualified or nearly qualified in CIMA, ACCA, or ACA.
• Experience in VAT or other tax returns (desirable).
• Experience in R&D, Innovate UK and other government‑funded schemes or initiatives (desirable).
• Proficient in Excel and Google Sheets, with experience using other Microsoft Office software.

Company Benefits

• Auto enrolment Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare Cover
• Work‑related training courses as required
• Complimentary snacks and refreshments including fresh fruit
• Office‑centric role
• Access to Bike to Work Scheme
• Secure bike storage and shower facilities
• Social events

How to Apply

Please send your CV and covering letter to [e-mail]. Find out more about us at www.onebigcircle.co.uk.

Successful applicants will be required to pass a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check.