Finance Officer

Finance Officer job in Bath

Your new company
Our Bath-based client is looking for a proactive and experienced Finance Officer to join their dynamic team. This position is offered as an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to transition into a permanent role.

Your new role
Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Recording and processing creditor invoices on Sage
• Recording payment of suppliers on Sage
• Recording bank payments and receipts on Sage
• Supplier reporting
• Receipt and processing of consultant and staff advance/expense payment requests
• Recording and processing revenue invoices on Sage
• Recording of bank receipts including foreign currency accounts
• Debtor reports
• Ensuring project balances reconcile
• Assistance in preparation of journal entries, accruals, prepayment and other month-end inputs
• Assistance in posting of journal entries, accruals, prepayment and other month end inputs to Sage
• Assistance in any month end reconciliations required

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience working in accounting and finance supplier processing and payments

• Essential IT skills inclusive of MS Office and desired Sage Accounting Software

• Proven ability to operate in a team environment, liaising with diverse teams.

• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise tasks, work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Experience of using your own initiative, with a proactive and problem-solving attitude.

• Good commercial acumen and attention to detail

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working options available.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Start date:
  
  January 2026
• 8% employer pension contribution after qualifying period
• Life insurance

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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