Part Qualified Accountant-STUDY SUPPORT DAY 1

Your new company
Bristol based business

Your new role

Key Responsibilities and Daily Duties:

General Ledger Operations:

• Post and maintain journal entries for daily transactions including payroll allocations, vendor accruals, facility-related expenses, and intercompany charges.
• Maintain the general ledger and ensure all financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Manage the integrity of the chart of accounts and assist with account mapping for new services or locations

Account Reconciliation:

• Perform monthly reconciliations of key accounts, including bank accounts, prepayments, fixed assets, accruals, and deferred revenue.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies, ensuring supporting documentation is complete and audit ready.
• Monitor balance sheet activity and flag unusual variances.
• Month-End and Year-End Close:
• Contribute to the monthly close process by preparing and posting standard entries and ensuring accuracy in financial results.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to confirm accruals, revenue recognition, and cost allocations.
• Assist with preparing financial statements, working papers, and schedules for management and external stakeholders.

Financial Reporting and Analysis:

• Support the preparation of internal financial reports, including variance analysis of actual results to budget or forecast.
• Analyse cost trends across multiple locations and flag any anomalies or unexpected changes.
• Assist in compiling information for board and executive-level reporting.

Compliance and Controls:

• Ensure financial transactions adhere to internal policies and applicable accounting standards (GAAP/IFRS).
• Help maintain internal controls and documentation to support strong financial governance and accountability.
• Stay current on financial regulations and compliance requirements relevant to the organisation's operations.

Audit and Documentation:

• Provide audit support by preparing requested schedules and gathering necessary documentation.
• Assist with internal and external audits, including those related to funding or regulatory compliance.
• Maintain organised and accessible records to ensure transparency and traceability.

Cross-Department Collaboration:

• Work closely with departments such as Operations, HR/Payroll, and Procurement to validate accounting inputs.
• Provide guidance to operational staff on coding and expense classifications as needed.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACCA / CIMA part-qualified ideally
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Intercompany/recharges practical experience.
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, etc.).
• High attention to detail, integrity, and the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options available.
• Parking.
• Study support.
• Career development.

What you need to do now
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