Graduate Finance Assistant

Core3 Group

  • Bristol
  • £27,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
  • Apply easily
Graduate Finance AssistantCore3 are delighted to partner with a growing professional services consultancy to recruit a Graduate Finance Assistant in Central Bristol. £26,000-£27,000 plus full study support (CIMA) and hybrid working.Why join our client?This is more than just a graduate role - it's an opportunity to join a forward-thinking consultancy that's blending professional expertise with technology and innovation. With ambitious growth plans and a supportive culture, you'll gain exposure to both the nuts and bolts of finance and the cutting-edge tools shaping the future of the profession.The environment is professional yet friendly, with a flat structure that encourages ideas and problem-solving. You'll be learning from exceptionally bright colleagues, with plenty of support from an experienced Finance Manager and the senior leadership team. Team socials, modern offices in the heart of Bristol, and flexibility to work from home part of the week make it a great place to start your career.How you'll make an impactFrom day one, you'll get stuck into real finance work - building up your technical skills while contributing to the success of a growing business.Core responsibilities:Bank reconciliationsStaff expenses processing and checking (lots of exposure due to a consultant-heavy business model)Petty cash and supplier paymentsSales invoicing and purchase ledger managementMonth-end routines and journalsYear-end audit preparationUnique opportunities to stand out:Get involved in building Power BI dashboards, turning raw data into insight for decision-making.Help shape how the finance team uses AI and Copilot to automate tasks and unlock efficiencies - you'll be joining a company already ahead of the curve with these tools.As you progress, take on more month-end responsibilities and play a bigger part in producing the monthly management accounts.Work closely with leaders who are open to fresh ideas - if you spot a better way of doing things, they'll want to hear it.Why our client is excited about youYou don't need accounting experience - just strong numeracy, ambition, and the drive to learn.Degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Maths, or another numerate disciplineA-Level Maths (or equivalent)Strong Excel skills and curiosity about data/tech toolsClear communicator who enjoys solving problems and finding better ways to do thingsProfessional, approachable, and keen to get involved in a team settingWhat you'll get in returnThis is a brilliant first step into finance with genuine scope to grow.£26,000-£27,000 salaryFull CIMA study support (fees, materials, study leave, and exam days)25 days holiday plus 3-day Christmas shutdown and bank holidaysCompetitive pension (employer contributes 5% vs 3% employee)Health cash plan, cycle-to-work schemeHybrid working (typically 3 days in the office Tues-Thurs, with flexibility once you're established)Regular socials (Bristol and London offices) and a friendly, development-driven culture

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