Accounts Assistant

Hays; Bristol; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bristol seeks an entry-level finance professional to play a vital role in financial reporting. Responsibilities include month-end activities, journal entries, and reconciliations. Candidates should have a strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and the ability to work collaboratively under deadlines.

Benefits

Parking

Study support

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of shared service finance functions.
• Ability to manage workload efficiently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end processes and ensure accurate journal processing.
• Conduct monthly ledger revaluations and reconciliations.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls & SOX compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-motivated

Task Prioritization

Collaboration

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

This range is provided by Hays. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Your new company

Bristol based employer dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and high-quality materials that enhance product protection and consumer convenience. This company operates across multiple sectors, providing advanced solutions that meets the demands of multiple industries.

Your new role

Are you a meticulous finance professional with a knack for maintaining precise general ledger accounts? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working collaboratively? If so, we want to hear from you!
We are seeking a reliable and committed individual. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting through robust month-end account closing activities, reconciliations, and journal entries.
Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting month-end processes as a key player
• Accurate and timely processing of journals
• Conducting monthly ledger revaluations
• Completing control account and balance reconciliations
• Managing monthly prepayment and accrual journals
• Uploading monthly exchange rates
• Inputting payroll journals
• Investigating and processing site recharges
• Posting journals and raising invoices as required
• Ensuring adherence to internal controls & SOX compliance
• Providing a high level of customer service
• Collaborating with teams within the team to meet deadlines
• Covering additional GL duties as necessary

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong understanding of shared service finance functions
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic with high attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage workload efficiently
• Work flexibility to meet month-end and year-end reporting deadlines

What you'll get in return

• Parking
• Study support

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. INDHAF

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Hays by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Account Assistant” roles.

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 21 hours ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 months ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Graduate Trainee Accountant - ACA & ACA/CTA - 2025 Start

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 8 months ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Bath, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Chipping Sodbury, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago

Stonehouse, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

Malmesbury, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Stonehouse, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago

Chippenham, England, United Kingdom 22 hours ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago

Bristol, England, United Kingdom 16 hours ago

Trowbridge, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

City Of Bristol, England, United Kingdom 6 hours ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.