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32 results for Assistant Accountant in Bristol, Bristol, City of

Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Bristol, Bristol
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 25000 - 28000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting are currently recruiting for an Interim Accounts Receivable Clerk on to join a client based in North Bristol for a period of 3 months. This role is office based and has free parking available. </p><p> </p><p>This is initially 3 months with the view to become permanent</p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Accounts Receivable Clerk</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£25,000 - £28,000 (Depending on experience)</p><p><strong>Duration: 3</strong> months (With the view to then become permanent)</p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>ASAP</p><p><strong>Working pattern:</strong> Office based, 37.5 hour working week</p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities include: </strong></p><ul><li>Processing invoices - maintaining the accounts receivable ledger</li><li>Bank reconciliation</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders</li><li>Cash allocation</li><li>Assisting with queries</li></ul><p> </p><p> <strong>Skills/Experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>High attention to detail</li><li>Accuracy</li><li>Team player</li><li>Computer literate</li><li>Previous experience managing sales ledger - preferable</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjIzNTI4LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-09-19T15:06:16Z
Reconciliations Specialist
  • Bristol, Bristol
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 200 - 250 GBP / Daily
  • <p>Robert Half are pleased to be supporting a Bristol based client to recruit experienced project accountants with strong reconciliation expertise to join a short-term contract running from <strong data-end="459" data-start="422">Monday 18th August to mid-October</strong>.</p><p>This is a fast-paced role focused on delivering critical clear-up work ahead of year-end.</p><p style="padding-left: 30px;"><strong>Project Accountant - Reconciliations Specialist</strong><br /><strong>Contract | Hybrid (50/50)</strong><br /><strong>Up to £250/day via Umbrella</strong><br /><strong>Start ASAP until mid-October</strong></p><p><strong>Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage reconciliation activities across both vendor accounts (P2P) and bank accounts (O2C) for key entities.</li><li>Identify and resolve issues such as missing invoices, mismatched payments, open refunds, and unallocated bank items.</li><li>Ensure timely clearance of all transactions and accurate posting to the appropriate accounts.</li><li>Monitor and manage P&amp;L impacts throughout the reconciliation process.</li><li>Collaborate with both finance and non-finance teams, including in-country and offshore teams, to resolve discrepancies and ensure deadlines are met.</li></ul><p><strong>Experience/Qualifications required:</strong></p><ul><li data-end="1216" data-start="1165">Ability to work independently and take ownership.</li><li data-start="1219" data-end="1256">Inquisitive and analytical mindset.</li><li data-end="1304" data-start="1259">Agile, proactive, and highly target-driven.</li><li data-end="1390" data-start="1306">Proven experience in a reconciliations project.</li></ul><p data-start="1306" data-end="1390">For more information or to apply, please contact Ben Williams @ Robert Half on 01179 935400 or apply directly to this advert.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmVuLndpbGxpYW1zLjU1MTc1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-08-12T15:58:48Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Bristol, Bristol
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 27000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently supporting a business based in Central Bristol, who are looking for a Interim Payroll Administrator to join their team.</p><p>This role presents an opportunity for an individual with either Payroll experience, administration or finance experience to contribute to the effective running of the Payroll Administration. Although payroll experience is beneficial - If you have willingness to learn, training will be provided.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Role: </strong>Payroll Administrator </p><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Central Bristol</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 3 Months</p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£27,000 - £30,000</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Working pattern: </strong>Office based, 35 hours a week</p><p> <strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li> Process weekly payroll</li><li>Process adjustments</li><li>Manage new starters, leavers, and employee records</li><li>Process expenses &amp; credit card transactions</li><li>Distribute payslips</li><li>Provide accounts administration support</li><li>Assist daily cash postings</li><li>Assist sending customers statements out</li><li>Adhoc duties as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Most important skills/experience:</strong></p><ul><li>Good excel skills</li><li>Organised</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Fast Learner</li><li>Previous Payroll experience - Desirable as training will be provided</li><li>Previous office experience is essential whether that be administration, finance or payroll </li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjM4MDUyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-08-13T11:33:06Z
Payroll Officer
  • Bath, Somerset
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Finance &amp; Accounting are supporting a business based in Bath who are looking for a Payroll Officer to join them on an interim basis for 9 months. </p><p><strong>Start date: </strong>October </p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>9 months </p><p><strong>Salary: </strong>£32,000 - £35,000 </p><p><strong>Working hours: </strong>Full time is 35 hours however will consider candidates looking for part-time hours. There is also flexible working with core hours. </p><p><strong>Hybrid: </strong>1 x day a week in the office </p><p><strong>Role: </strong></p><ul><li>Processing payroll amendments, reconciliation of control accounts</li><li>Processing pension contributions, including reconciliation of pension payments and submission of pension data</li><li>Entering transactions, setting up new accounts (e.g. new clients and suppliers)</li><li>Arranging payments and entering cash received</li><li>Answering simple queries from clients, suppliers and colleagues in the firm</li><li>Processing petty cash vouchers and other expense claims, including maintenance of petty cash book</li><li>Other Accounts Department duties that may arise from time to time to assist the wider team</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Skills/Experience needed:</strong></p><ul><li>End to end payroll experience as a minimum</li><li>AAT studies are useful but not essential</li><li>Excel ability - VLOOKUP, Pivot table, SUMIF</li><li>Additional accounts/finance experience is desirable but not essential</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/U3RlcGguTWFubGV5LjY3OTA0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
  • 2025-09-23T11:03:09Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Bristol, Bristol
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 25000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a business just outside of central Bristol on the recruitment of a Payroll Officer to join their finance team on a full-time and permanent basis.</p><p> Our client adopts a hybrid working model, with 3 days per week in the office, with plenty of free parking available.</p><p> We are open to considering candidates with payroll experience, but also candidates with previous administrative experience who are keen to forge a career in payroll and with an attitude to learn.</p><p> Responsibilities of the Payroll Officer will include but not be limited to:</p><ul><li>Working closely with the payroll bureau, providing them with all of the information required.</li><li>Acting as the 1st point of contact for all employee enquiries in relation to payroll.</li><li>Managing delivery of payroll in line with the schedule and ensuring the up most accuracy.</li><li>Processing all monthly starters and leavers, overtime, additional payments, expense claims and more.</li><li>Managing both internal relationships to ensure efficiency across payroll processes, and external relationships with HMRC, pension providers and other third parties.</li></ul><p> Your Profile:</p><ul><li>Payroll knowledge/qualification is a desirable for this role, but our client is also prepared to teach someone with the right attitude.</li><li>Strong IT skills, notably with Excel able to do V look ups, pivot tables etc.</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship management skills.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail, organisational and problem-solving skills.</li></ul><p> In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of between £25-35k (dependant on experience) plus benefits including 22 days holiday (+ bank holidays), private medical insurance, income protection, health cash plan, discount scheme and more.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi43NTA3Ni4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2025-08-28T10:56:45Z
Reconciliations Clerk
  • Cardiff, Cardiff
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 28000 - 30000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Specialty Reconciliation Officer (Global)<br />📍 Location: Cardiff, United Kingdom<br />💼 Job Type: Permanent | 💰 Salary: £30,000<br />🕗 Office Hours: 8am - 4pm | 🏡 Hybrid Working<br />🌴 Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays<br /><br />Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a gloobal organisation who are hiring for a newly created role in our UK Finance team: Specialty Reconciliation Officer (Global). This is your chance to be part of something meaningful-protecting client funds and ensuring financial accuracy across a variety of portfolios.</p><p>🔍 What You'll Do<br />* Safeguard client trust accounts and ensure financial integrity<br />* Reconcile bank accounts and ledgers with precision<br />* Resolve discrepancies and support audit processes<br />* Collaborate with global teams and maintain strong client relationships<br />* Drive continuous improvement in financial operations<br />* Support the Client Accounts Manager with quality assurance and process design</p><p>🎯 What You'll Bring<br />* Strong financial analytical skills and attention to detail<br />* Advanced Excel proficiency and confidence with financial data<br />* Experience in global banking and insurance (Aviation/Marine preferred)<br />* A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement<br />* Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities<br />* Ability to work flexibly to support global clients<br />* Multilingual skills are a plus</p><p>🎁 What You'll Get<br />Compensation &amp; Flexibility<br />* £30,000 salary<br />* Hybrid working model<br />* 25 days holiday + bank holidays<br />* Office hours: 8am-4pm<br />Health &amp; Wellbeing<br />* Private healthcare (including pre-existing conditions)<br />* Life assurance &amp; income protection<br />* Employee assistance programme<br />Extras &amp; Perks<br />* Self-Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)<br />* Voluntary benefits: dental cover, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan<br />* Discounts on a wide range of products and services</p><p>Ready to Make an Impact?<br />feel free to contact me on the details below </p><p></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/R2F2aW4uV2lsbGlhbXMuMTg1NTAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-09-15T16:42:06Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 32000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half Ltd are pleased to be working with an organisation based near Chipping Norton that are looking for a <strong>Payroll Clerk</strong> to join them on a <strong>part-time</strong> bases. This role will take ownership of payroll, as well as supporting the wider team. Offering up to <strong>£35,000</strong> (FTE) and <strong>hybrid flexible working</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities; </strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end payroll, including weekly and monthly</li><li>Administer statutory payments including; Statutory Sick Pay, Statutory Maternity Pay, Statutory Paternity Pay</li><li>Ensure accurate processing of PAYE and National Insurance contributions</li><li>Prepare and submit P11D forms and other statutory returns as required</li><li>Handle internal and external queries</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What they're looking for: </strong></p><ul><li>Previous payroll experience, handling multiple entities/clients</li><li>Ability to work independently and as a team</li><li>Good IT skills</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNzI5NzkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2025-09-11T11:10:56Z
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