Accounts Assistant

Pear Tree Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful family-run manufacturing company in Bristol is seeking a highly efficient Accounts Assistant. This role involves supporting the finance function, processing transactions, and maintaining financial records. Ideal applicants will have 1-2 years of accounts experience, proficiency in Excel, and an AAT qualification is preferred. The position offers excellent opportunities for career development and training.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Workplace Pension Scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience within accounts work.
• Attention to detail and basic accounting knowledge required.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Prepare and reconcile invoices and bank statements.
• Maintain accurate financial records in accounting software.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Excel

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

AAT level 2 or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Brislington, Bristol

Privately owned, highly successful family run manufacturing company based in Bristol are seeking a highly efficient Accounts Assistant to support the team in all aspects of the Finance function. As part of a small team in a busy and friendly office the successful applicant be hungry to develop their career in accounting and will ideally possess some relevant experience.

Applicants must have previous experience of working with Excel, will have gained 1-2 years' experience within accounts work and possibly be AAT qualified to level 2 or 3.

This is a superb opportunity if you are looking to further develop your career in finance and accounting. You'll be fully trained and will support on all administrative tasks, assisting with accounting functions, and ensuring accurate financial records. This role requires attention to detail, accounting knowledge, and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Duties and responsibilities within a small accounts team:

• Assist in processing accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Prepare and reconcile invoices, bills, and bank statements
• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records by entering data into accounting software
• Support month-end and year-end close processes
• Assist in resolving accounting discrepancies and irregularities
• Respond to enquiries from clients, vendors, and employees regarding accounting matters
• Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, and organising financial documents

Experience and skills required:

• The role would suit applicants with some experience of working within a finance function and / or AAT level 2 or similar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite - specifically Excel and Word
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and practices
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Team working and accountability for own tasks and workload
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to prioritise and to meet deadlines

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (the office is closed between Christmas and New Year usually for 3 days which are deducted from holiday entitlement)
• Workplace Pension Scheme, childcare vouchers and cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking

Hours:

8.30am - 5pm Monday - Friday (40 hrs per week)