Financial Accountant

Location Bath
Discipline: Accounting & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £45000.0
Contact name: Tom Ralph

Contact email: tom.ralph@wh-employment.co.uk
Job ref: 6775
Published: about 5 hours ago
Are you a part-qualified accountant looking for a role where you can genuinely develop, add value, and be supported by an experienced finance team? Or perhaps you are currently an Assistant Accountant, looking for that next step up?

We’re recruiting a Financial Accountant to join a well-established manufacturing business in Bath. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with accurate financial data, collaborating across teams, and building a strong technical foundation for their career.

The Role
You’ll play a key role in maintaining the integrity of financial records, supporting month-end and year-end processes, and contributing valuable insight to the wider business. Working closely with qualified colleagues, you’ll gain exposure across a broad range of accounting activities, with clear development and progression opportunities.
Support is available for candidates who wish to continue or complete their professional accountancy qualifications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with monthly and annual financial statements (UK GAAP)
  • Maintain the general ledger and perform balance sheet reconciliations
  • Process staff expenses
  • Prepare quarterly VAT returns
  • Monitor capital expenditure projects against approved budgets
  • Support accounts payable and payroll as required
  • Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
  • Provide audit support and respond to information requests
  • Analyse financial performance and investigate variances
  • Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement
What’s On Offer
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience and qualifications)
  • 25 days’ holiday
  • Private family healthcare (once eligible)
  • Enhanced pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution)
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee assistance programme and shopping discounts
  • Professional body membership fees reimbursed
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Eye care support and contribution towards glasses
If you’re looking for a role where your work matters and your career can grow, this could be the perfect next step.

Apply now to find out more.