Financial Accountant

Page Personnel; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Bristol is seeking a Junior Accountant to join their finance team. This role offers an opportunity to support financial operations during a period of growth, with responsibilities including banking transactions, VAT returns, and financial analysis. The successful candidate will enjoy a collaborative culture and the potential for permanent employment.

Benefits

Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office)

Excellent company benefits

Opportunity to work with a collaborative finance team

Supportive and inclusive company culture

Possibility to go permanent

Qualifications

• Junior PQ or Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience.
• Previous experience in a financial or assistant accountant role.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and month-end procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process and review daily banking transactions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements.
• Assist with monthly forecasting and variance analysis.

Skills

Excel

Financial Analysis

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

AAT

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Oracle

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• Extremely hybrid working (2 days in the office)
• Excellent company benefits

About Our Client

Our client is a respected and long-standing organisation, known for delivering high-quality solutions across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, they foster a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and professional development. Operating at the forefront of their industry, they are committed to driving excellence in both client service and internal operations. This role is part of their finance team, supporting the organisation through a period of strategic growth and operational transformation.

Job Description

• Process and review daily banking transactions
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations
• Assist with monthly forecasting and variance analysis
• Prepare and post prepayments and accruals
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC requirements
• Perform intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Support internal and external audit processes
• Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and policies
• Use Oracle for financial processing and reporting
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and support as required

The Successful Applicant

• Junior PQ or Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a similar financial or assistant accountant role
• Strong understanding of financial processes and month-end procedures
• Experienced working with Oracle.
• Excellent Excel skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.

What's on Offer

• An annual salary up to £45,000 (pro rata) depending on experience
• Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office)
• Opportunity to work with a respected and collaborative finance team
• Exposure to a wide range of financial processes and systems
• Supportive and inclusive company culture
• Possibility to go permanent

If you are ready to take the next step in your Accounting & Finance career, apply today.