Job Description

Job Title - Financial Accountant - Coaching

Location - Bristol - Lawrence Hill

Contract Type - Full-Time, Permanent

About Us

First Bus is one of the country's largest bus operators - taking 1.6 million customers to their destinations every day. We're a forward-looking business at the forefront of bus technology, leading the way on contactless payments, mobile Apps and real time information. Our investment in state-of-the-art, new buses is just one part of our transition to a low-carbon future. It's an exciting time to be here.

Basic Purpose of Role

This role involves the production of robust financial statements including Management Accounts and responsibility for balance sheet reconciliations and all other financial information for coaching unit (LBU), whilst ensuring the timely delivery of the period end close process for the relevant (LBU) including the delivery of all required internal reporting and Management Information. The role will be responsible for the completion of Balance Sheet Reconciliations for all statutory entities within your LBU ensuring that risks and opportunities are identified and that all balances held can be appropriately justified and lead in the improvement of processes and procedures to ensure the highest quality of timely and accurate financial information.

Accountabilities

Production of periodic management accounts, reports and other financial information Completion of balance sheet reconciliations for each period ensuring robust justification for balances held Assist with external audit Assist with tax related queries, PSA returns, statutory accounts etc Assist Management Accountant and Financial Controller with budgets and forecasts as required Support Financial Controller in explaining financial results to operational management teams Maintain and produce external reporting requirements, such as concessions returns, local authority data requests Maintain spreadsheet models in line with standardized processes and local terms. Lead the delivery of a robust internal control environment ensuring compliance with all internal procedures and reporting standards. Ensure that journals are posted within the required deadlines, are accurate and appropriately approved. Responsible for maintaining the accuracy of all financial and non-financial records

Skills, Experience and Qualifications Required

Computer literate - advanced Excel, Word. Power BI and SAP experience preferred but not essential. CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE) or part qualified but working to complete Commitment to work to deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work well within the team High degree of attention to detail Ability to learn and take responsibility of tasks quickly

Rewards & Benefits

Your health is important to us which is why we offer Simply Health & Smart Health for you and your dependents at no cost to you! This offering includes cash back benefits across optical & dental as well as virtual GP appointments, mental health support and nutrition and fitness advise. Our EAP provision offers 24hr, 365 days a year mental health support We are also committed to your financial wellbeing, and we offer a platform with many discounts on high street brands and supermarkets etc Working at First you also receive discounted train travel for you and your family after 6 months service as well as a free bus pass Cycle to work scheme 25 days' holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme and chance to buy discounted First Group shares Enhanced maternity / paternity pay Flexible working

We put a big focus on physical and mental wellbeing at First Bus. We recognise that anyone can be affected by the stresses and strain of work, or life outside it. You'll find a range of health-promotion initiatives, and you will have 24/7 access to our confidential Employee Assistance Programme.



Please apply now. We look forward to receiving your application.


Public transport serves everyone, whatever their differences. At First Bus, we want to be an employer open to you, no matter what your differences are. We aspire to be an inclusive organisation because diverse backgrounds, thinking and experiences bring so many benefits to our customers, communities and people. We welcome applications from all.


Applicants are advised that background checks will be conducted as a standard part of our recruitment process.