Finance Assistant

Medirest Signature; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team in Bristol. You will be responsible for supporting the finance department by processing invoices, preparing payments, and reconciling accounts. This role requires ACCA qualification or being part-qualified, along with a commitment to high standards and accuracy in financial tasks. The position offers various benefits, including a pension scheme and professional development allowances, fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Matched contributory pension up to 8.5%

£3000 annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance

Study Leave – 5 days per year

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working conditions

Health insurance through Vitality (UK)

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role required.
• Strong commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
• Eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices and expenses in Oracle ERP.
• Preparing weekly supplier payments and performing month-end procedures.
• Reconciling bank accounts and releasing sales invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Team player

Autonomy

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Education

ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified

Tools

Oracle Cloud ERP

Job description

Job description

As a Finance Assistant within Nova Systems International, you will be part of the Finance team providing accountancy support across the UK, Norway, and Ireland.

What you’ll be doing:

• Processing invoices and expenses in Oracle ERP system
• Preparing weekly supplier payments and setting up new suppliers
• Performing month-end procedures for Cash, Payables, and Receivables
• Reporting weekly cash balances and updating cash flow
• Reconciling bank accounts across all companies weekly
• Releasing sales invoices and liaising with the Project Services team
• Providing information for Norway VAT returns and preparing Irish VAT returns
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Reconciliating credit card transactions
• Monitoring the Finance inbox daily and clearing queries
• Auditing expense claims
• Collating information for Norway payroll
• Posting journals as required
• Reporting on debtors as needed
• Providing ad hoc assistance as required

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Attributes:

• ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified (close to qualifying preferred)
• Experience in a similar finance role
• Ability to complete tasks accurately and on time with autonomy
• Positive, flexible team player committed to high standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
• Strong attention to detail
• Eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship

What’s in it for you?

• Up to 8.5% matched contributory pension
• Up to £3000 annual Personal and Professional Development Allowance
• £300 towards Professional Membership subscriptions
• Study Leave – 5 days per year
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Flexible working conditions
• Health insurance through Vitality (UK)
• Discounts at leading retailers
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and family
• Inclusive and supportive culture
• Reward & Recognition Program
• Cycle to Work Scheme

The Team:

Led by Mark Longhorn, Head of Finance, the UK team includes a Financial Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Payroll Manager, and two Finance Assistants. All are based in Bristol, with a minimum of three days onsite.

Platforms and applications we use:

Oracle Cloud ERP, SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Location:

Filton, North Bristol. Free parking available, with good bus routes and Abbey Wood train station 15 minutes walk from the office.

About Nova Systems:

Nova Systems is a global engineering services and technology solutions provider with offices in the UK, Ireland, Norway, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. We focus on keeping the global community safe, delivering solutions timely, and leveraging scale for our clients.

Our people are our strength—bringing together talented individuals to challenge, collaborate, and innovate. We see things differently and value diverse perspectives.

Our Vision: Smart People. Solving Complex Challenges. Making our world safe and secure.

We are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and supporting military personnel and their families through our support of the Armed Forces Covenant. We promote flexible working and mental health awareness, and support wellbeing initiatives. Please inform us of any access requirements.