Job Description

Citadel Source are pleased to be partnering with a growing business in Bristol, currently looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join their finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid finance foundation who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. The role offers plenty of variety across day-to-day finance operations, with exposure to bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT, management accounts, payments and credit control. You'll have the opportunity to take on responsibility, develop your technical skills and gain broader experience across the finance function.

About you

You are an organised and proactive finance professional with good attention to detail and a strong understanding of core accounting principles. You'll ideally have experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar role and be comfortable working across a range of finance duties. You should be confident using accounting software, have good communication skills and enjoy working as part of a team.

This role would suit someone who is AAT qualified or studying towards AAT, although relevant experience will also be considered.

As a Finance Assistant, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Processing and maintaining accurate bookkeeping
• Assisting with VAT returns and reconciliations
• Preparing balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting monthly management accounts preparation
• Posting payroll journals and maintaining control accounts
• Processing supplier invoices and payments
• Dealing with supplier and customer queries
• Supporting credit control and cash collection
• Allocating and reconciling payments
• Managing finance inboxes and responding to queries
• Assisting with cash flow tracking and forecasting
• Supporting month-end processes
• Assisting with improvements to finance processes and systems
• Providing general support to the wider finance team

What the client is looking for

• Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• AAT Level 4 desirable, although Level 3 candidates studying towards Level 4 will be considered
• Good understanding of bookkeeping, double-entry and reconciliations
• Experience using Xero or similar accounting software
• Good Excel and general IT skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage workloads and prioritise effectively
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role

What the client has to offer

• Salary of up to £30,000 depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Clear opportunities for career progression

Sound like a good fit?

If you are interested in this position, please reach out to Harry Harvey - harry@citadelsource.com at Citadel Source.