Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper

Company: hays-gcj-v4-pd-online
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

About thepanyA growing SME with a turnover of approximately £10m, looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join our friendly finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their bookkeeping skills and gain exposure to a broad range of accounting duties within a supportive business environment. The RoleReporting to the Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and maintaining accurate financial records using Sage 200 .Key ResponsibilitiesPurchase Ledger

  • Processing supplier invoices and credit notes
  • Reconciling supplier statements
  • Assisting with weekly payment runs
  • Resolving supplier queries
  • Sales Ledger

  • Raising and posting customer invoices
  • Allocating customer receipts
  • Reconciling customer accounts
  • Assisting with credit control activities
  • Banking & Reconciliations

  • Posting bank transactions
  • Performing bank reconciliations
  • Processing employee expenses
  • General Finance Support

  • Maintaining accurate financial records
  • Supporting month-end processes
  • Assisting with journals and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Providing administrative support to the finance team as required
  • About YouEssential

  • Previous experience in a finance, accounts, bookkeeping or administrative role
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy
  • Strong organisational skills
  • Goodmunication skills
  • Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
  • Desirable

  • Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software
  • AAT qualification or currently studying AAT
  • Experience with reconciliations and journals
  • Understanding of bookkeeping principles
  • What’s On Offer

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Posted: August 23rd, 2026