Finance AssistantLocation: Bristol (Blended office and home working)Job Type: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: Competitive
We are working with a professional services firm with a strong reputation and a progressive approach. They are looking for a Finance Assistant to join an established finance team, supporting a range of core finance activities across the business.
Day-to-Day of the Role
* Support the day-to-day finance operations, including invoicing, processing purchase and sales ledger transactions, handling write-offs, transfers, and other finance administration tasks as required.
* Assist with billing and e-billing processes, ensuring invoices are raised and submitted accurately and in line with agreed timescales, including use of client portals where required.
* Maintain and manage Work in Progress (WIP) and debtor balances, supporting the team to ensure timely billing and cash collection aligned with client expectations.
* Work closely with the Finance Manager and wider team to identify opportunities to improve finance processes and ensure consistent practices across the business.
* Ensure all finance activities comply with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and client-specific guidelines.
* Support month‑end processes, including reconciliations and reporting where required.
* Actively engage in learning and development, with regular reviews of skills and performance objectives alongside your line manager.
Skills & Experience Required
* Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or similar finance administration role, ideally within a professional services environment.
* Exposure to billing, WIP, purchase ledger, or sales ledger processes.
* Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and ownership of tasks.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to work to deadlines.
* Confident using MS Office and able to learn and adapt to new finance systems.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive and problem‑solving mindset.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Hybrid and flexible working
* Generous annual leave
* Pension scheme
* Health and wellbeing benefits
* Season ticket loan
* Family‑friendly policies
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discretionary bonus
* Employee discounts and benefit schemes
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