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Posted 21 July, 2026

Interim Finance Assistant

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Bristol, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • £27,000 - £30,000 per annum
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  • Monday & Friday working from home
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Role OverviewThe Bookkeeper willplay a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting theday-to-day finance operations of the business. You will ensure the smoothrunning of transactional finance processes and contribute to the overallfinancial health of the organisation.Key Responsibilities

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  • Maintain accurate financial records including sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general ledger
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  • Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing and payment collection
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  • Perform regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations
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  • Assist with month-end processes, including preparation of journals and accruals
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  • Support payroll processing and related reconciliations
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  • Manage expense processing and employee claims
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  • Prepare financial reports and assist with management accounts
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  • Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures
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  • Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve queries
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  • Support year-end audit preparation where required
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Key Requirements

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  • Previous experience in a Bookkeeping or similar finance role
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  • Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage or QuickBooks)
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  • Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles
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  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
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  • Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
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  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
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  • Intermediate Excel skills
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Desirable Skills & Experience

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  • AAT qualified or studying towards a finance qualification
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  • Experience working within a technology or services-based business
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  • Exposure to multi-entity or project-based environments
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What's on Offer

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  • Competitive salary and benefits package
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  • Hybrid working model
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  • Opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative environment
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  • Ongoing professional development and training support
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  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing business
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