Assistant Accountant

CV Screen; Bath; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant Accountant in Bath. The role involves processing invoices, reconciling records, and supporting management accounts. Candidates should have relevant experience, proficiency in Sage 50, and strong Excel skills. The position offers a salary up to £30,000 with benefits such as flexible hours and 26 days of annual leave.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

On site parking

Flexible hours

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting role is essential.
• AAT qualification is desirable but not mandatory.
• Proficiency in Sage 50 is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and manage BACS payments.
• Maintain records and reconcile petty cash.
• Support monthly management accounts.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Excellent Excel skills

Sage 50 experience

Education

AAT Qualification

Job description

Overview

Assistant Accountant
Bath
Salary up to £30,000

CV Screen is recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join a fantastic not-for-profit business based in Bath. The role will see you joining a friendly business who are committed to providing exceptional service in their everyday work.

WHO WOULD THIS ROLE SUIT

You should be an enthusiastic individual, looking for an exciting challenge in a fast-paced role. The ideal candidate will have experience working within a similar role.

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Process invoices, resolve queries, and manage BACS payments.
• Maintain records and reconcile petty cash, bank, and cards.
• Record income, raise sales invoices, and manage credit control.
• Support monthly management accounts with accruals, prepayments, forecasts, and analysis.
• Assist with year-end, audits, Gift Aid, VAT claims, and stock counts.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• AAT Qualification would be desirable — but not a must.
• Sage 50 experience is highly desirable.
• Excellent Excel skills.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• Salary of up to £30,000.
• Company pension scheme.
• On site parking.
• Flexible hours.
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Birthday off.
• Beautiful place to work.

LOCATION

This is an office-based role in Bath. Hybrid working could be accommodated for the right candidate.

TO APPLY

Please send your CV to Matt Wright at CV Screen in strict confidence or apply directly to this job posting. CV Screen is the recruitment agency managing this vacancy.

ALTERNATE JOB TITLES

Accounts Assistant | Bookkeeper | Assistant Accountant | Finance Officer