Assistant Accountant

CPS Group (UK) Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company based in Central London is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This role provides a unique opportunity for individuals early in their finance career to develop core accounting skills while supporting accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash recovery processes. Ideal candidates should have AAT Level 3 or 4 (or be working towards it), along with 1–2 years’ experience or strong entry-level potential. The company offers a dynamic work environment promoting career development.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts role is ideal but flexible for strong entry-level candidates.
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Process and code supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Raise and issue customer invoices accurately.
• Proactively chase outstanding payments via phone and email.
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proactive communication

Accounting skills

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4 (or working towards), or a relevant degree

Job description

CPS Group are working with a global technology business based in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, supportive environment where you’ll build core accounting skills and develop your career.

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team. This role plays a key part in supporting Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and cash recovery processes—helping ensure smooth financial operations and healthy cash flow.

This is an ideal “foot in the door” opportunity for someone at an early stage in their finance career who is keen to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities, as well as for someone with a couple of years’ experience looking to further develop and expand their skill set.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process and code supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with payment runs and maintain transaction records
• Reconcile supplier statements and handle queries professionally
• Review employee expenses for compliance and process reimbursements

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Raise and issue customer invoices accurately
• Record incoming payments and reconcile accounts
• Monitor aged debt reports and follow up on overdue balances
• Resolve billing queries and maintain strong client relationships

Cash Recovery

• Proactively chase outstanding payments via phone and email
• Support negotiation of payment plans where required
• Track and report on recovery progress
• Work with internal teams to resolve disputes impacting collections

General Finance Support

• Assist with month-end and year-end processes
• Support audits and reporting requirements
• Provide ad hoc support to senior finance leadership

Requirements

• AAT Level 3 or 4 (or working towards), or a relevant degree
• Ideally 1–2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts role (flexible for strong entry-level candidates)
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)