Assistant Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group; Sherborne St John; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Revenue/Assistant Accountant to join a global finance team. This part-qualified accountant role offers exposure to advanced technologies like Power BI. Responsibilities include managing monthly revenue journals, ensuring compliance with IFRS, and collaborating across teams. The position provides a hybrid working model, study support for ACCA/CIMA qualifications, and a competitive salary with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Study support for ACCA/CIMA qualification

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• Experience in revenue accounting, ideally in a global or multi-entity environment.
• Strong understanding of International Accounting Standards related to revenue recognition (IFRS 15).
• Desirable experience with multi-currency and intercompany accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly revenue-related journal entries using complex data sources.
• Work with management reporting colleagues to ensure financial accuracy across global entities.
• Review contracts for compliance with IFRS and internal policies.
• Manage and reconcile P&L and balance sheet accounts efficiently.
• Contribute to year-end audits and system upgrades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Experience with large datasets

Education

Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent

Solid academic background in finance

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Power Automate

Power Query

Job description

Overview

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to build your career in a global organisation committed to innovation and learning? Our client is based in Basingstoke, Hampshire, they are a world leader in their field, and they are looking for a Revenue/Assistant Accountant to join our growing accounting team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified accountant to work at the heart of a complex, global finance operation. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, we're embracing technologies like Power BI and AI-driven automation, giving you exposure to forward-thinking tools and projects that go beyond traditional accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly revenue-related journal entries using multiple complex data sources
• Work closely with management reporting colleagues to ensure financial accuracy across global legal entities
• Review customer contracts to ensure compliance with IFRS and internal revenue recognition policies
• Coordinate with business teams and accounts receivable to ensure timely and accurate invoicing
• Manage and reconcile P&L and balance sheet accounts, ensuring high accuracy and audit readiness
• Contribute to year-end audit and other ad-hoc projects, such as system upgrades and implementations
• Collaborate with IT teams to maintain data integrity in financial systems

Suitable Candidate

• Part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent, with a solid academic background in finance
• Previous experience in revenue accounting, ideally in a global or multi-entity environment
• Strong understanding of International Accounting Standards, especially those related to revenue recognition (IFRS 15)
• Comfortable reviewing and interpreting customer contracts for accounting treatment
• Advanced Excel skills and confident working with large datasets
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and analytical with strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills—able to work collaboratively with both finance and non-finance teams
• Eager to learn new tools and technologies, including Power Automate and Power Query
• Experience with multi-currency and intercompany accounting is desirable

Benefits and Information

• Hybrid working model with flexible working hours
• Study support for ACCA/CIMA qualification
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Opportunities to be involved in process automation and system enhancement projects
• Collaborative and inclusive working culture within a respected global brand
• Access to a range of internal learning platforms and professional development resources
• Work with passionate teams on a mission to advance discovery globally

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