Assistant Accountant

Job in Bath, Somerset County, BA1, England, UK

Listing for: Hays Accounts and Finance

Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-07-06

Job specializations:

Finance & Banking
Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Analyst
Accounting
Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Accounts Receivable/ Collections, Financial Analyst

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 GBP Yearly GBP 35000.00 YEAR

Your new company
A growing and ambitious SME based in Bath is seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified accountant or experienced accounts professional looking to broaden their responsibilities and develop their career within a fast-paced and supportive business environment.

Your new role

Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts
Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances
Support month-end and year-end processes
Maintain the fixed asset register and accruals/prepayments schedules
Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
Reconcile bank accounts
Maintain both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
Prepare VAT returns and other statutory submissions
Produce financial analysis and reports for management
Assist with process improvements and finance projects
What you'll need to succeed

AAT qualified, qualified by experience or studying ACCA/CIMA/ACA
Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance position
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Capable of managing workloads and meeting deadlines
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

Experience with in an SME environment would be advantageous

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options available.
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
1 day per week office-based

Working hours:

8.30am - 5.30pm
Cycle to work scheme
Health scheme
Pension scheme
What you need to do now
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