Job title: Assistant Accountant
Emp type: Full-time
Salary: negotiable
Location: Bristol, UK
Job published: 04-11-2026

Job Description

Citadel Source is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join a well-established business based in Bristol, offering a hybrid working arrangement.

 

About you

You will be a driven and organised finance professional with a keen eye for detail and a collaborative approach. You may be studying towards a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or ACA) and will have experience working within a finance team. You will have a solid understanding of core accounting principles, month-end processes, account reconciliations and financial reporting. Strong Excel skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders are essential.

 

The role

This is a varied position that will support the wider finance function, providing assistance with financial reporting, accounting processes and maintaining strong financial controls. The role offers excellent exposure across multiple areas of finance and is ideal for someone looking to further develop their accounting experience.

 

As an Assistant Accountant, your role will include, but not be limited to:

  • Supporting month-end accounting activities
  • Preparing journals and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Assisting with management reporting and analysis
  • Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
  • Assisting with VAT and statutory reporting requirements
  • Assisting with system and process improvements
  • Helping ensure compliance with company policies and financial controls

 

What the client has to offer

  • Salary £30,000 - £35,000
  • Hybrid working
  • Study support and ongoing development opportunities

 

Sound like a good fit?

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Anna Wozniak at anna@citadelsource.com or apply today through Citadel Source.