Group Accounts Assistant - #1743774

Group Accounts Assistant - 12 Month FTC

Core3 are delighted to recruit a Group Accounts Assistant opportunity for a leading infrastructure business in Central Bristol. £30-35,000, full-time, fixed-term contract with excellent benefits and hybrid working.

Why join our client?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large, purpose-driven infrastructure group during a pivotal stage of its finance transformation. You'll be part of a collaborative and values-led team where your ideas are welcomed, and your contribution genuinely matters. With a strong focus on sustainability, employee well-being, and career development, this business blends scale with heart.

You'll benefit from hybrid working, a generous benefits package, and the chance to make an impact in a visible group-level role.

How you'll make an impact

As Group Accounts Assistant, you'll play a central role in the smooth running of the Head Office finance function. Reporting to the Group Finance Business Partner and working closely with a highly supportive team, you'll be involved in a mix of accounting, reporting, cash management, and compliance work.

From processing purchase orders and managing supplier payments to contributing to statutory accounts and month-end reporting, this is a varied role that offers great exposure across the business. You'll also support process improvement initiatives, system upgrades, and internal control enhancements.

What you'll be doing

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  Process supplier invoices and manage purchase orders across Head Office entities

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  Raise and issue sales invoices, ensuring accurate coding and timely collection

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  Support credit control reporting and cash collection activity

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  Prepare payment proposals and manage supplier queries professionally

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  Assist in the production of monthly management accounts and journals

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  Perform bank reconciliations and support VAT return preparation

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  Maintain master data in SAP and support internal system training

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  Contribute to year-end statutory account production and intercompany reconciliations

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  Support employee expense and corporate card claim processes

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  Identify opportunities for process improvement and support internal controls

Why our client is excited about you

You'll be a motivated finance professional with experience in accounts payable, receivable or general accounting, ideally gained in a mid-sized or large business. You'll be tech-savvy and confident working with ERP systems (SAP is a plus) and Excel, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines.

You may be studying AAT/ACCA/ACA, or already have equivalent knowledge. Most importantly, you're organised, diligent, and a team player who's confident communicating with suppliers and colleagues alike.

Benefits

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  25 days holiday, increasing with service

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  Private medical insurance & healthcare cash plan

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  Pension scheme

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  Enhanced family policies

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  Hybrid and flexible working

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  Study support (if part-qualified)

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  Excellent career development opportunities

Location

Bristol - Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in office)