Job Title: Accounts/Finance Assistant
Location: Bristol
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £13-£15 per hour
Temporary 3-6 months, with a potential to go to permanent.
About the Role:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts/Finance Assistant to join our finance team. The role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, and supporting month-end reporting through journal entries and bookkeeping tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in accounting fundamentals who wants to grow their skills in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare and post journal entries accurately and in a timely manner.
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Maintain day-to-day bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable.
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Process payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
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Reconcile bank statements and ledgers regularly.
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Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes.
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Support the finance team with ad-hoc reports and financial queries.
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Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and statutory regulations.
Skills & Qualifications:
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Experience with bookkeeping and accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, or similar).
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Experience in payroll processing.
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Strong numeracy and attention to detail.
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Understanding of journal entries and basic accounting principles.
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Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
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AAT qualification or studying towards an accounting qualification is desirable.
Personal Attributes:
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Highly organized and methodical.
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Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners.
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Trustworthy with confidential financial information.
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Proactive, flexible, and willing to learn.
