Accounts Assistant

Core 3; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking finance organization is seeking an Accounts Assistant based in Bristol. This role involves managing the day-to-day Accounts Payable process while contributing to the roll-out of AI invoice automation. The ideal candidate should have experience in maintaining accurate ledgers and performing bank reconciliations. The environment encourages growth, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement within a digital-first finance team.

Qualifications

• Experience with Accounts Payable processes.
• Familiarity with AI invoice automation systems.
• Ability to perform bank reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day Accounts Payable process and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Support AI invoice automation by refining system outputs.
• Deliver weekly payment runs and manage supplier queries.

Job description

Why join our client

Our client is a purpose-driven organisation with a close-knit finance team and a clear focus on continuous improvement. They're building a modern, digital-first finance function and value people who bring curiosity, ownership and a willingness to make things better. As an Accounts Assistant in Bristol, you'll join a team that trusts you to grow, experiment and shape how finance works as the business scales.

How you'll make an impact

Run the day-to-day Accounts Payable process and maintain accurate, well-managed ledgers.

Support the roll-out of AI invoice automation by reviewing, correcting and refining system outputs.

Move suppliers from manual checks to automated processing once controls are in place.

Deliver weekly payment runs, customer refunds and ad hoc payment requests.

Manage the AP inbox, supplier queries and statement reconciliations.

Prepare and maintain timely bank reconciliations.

Raise sales invoices and credit notes for a varied B2B customer base.

Support improvements across Accounts Receivable as new terms and processes evolve.

Assist with month-end close, including balance sheet reconciliations and account analysis.

Contribute to weekly cashflow forecasting and re...