Assistant Acountant

CMA Recruitment Group; Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established SME in Gosport is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. In this office-based role, you will manage sales and purchase ledgers, support credit control activities, and assist in month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have previous transactional finance experience, strong attention to detail, and intermediate Excel skills. The position offers a supportive team environment, 25 days annual leave, and additional benefits including death-in-service coverage and AAT study support.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Early finish on Friday

Death-in-service benefit (2× salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Statutory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar transactional finance role.
• Ability to manage sales and purchase ledgers accurately.
• Skills in handling credit control activities and reconciling invoices.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring timely processing of invoices.
• Handle credit control activities and reconcile warranty invoicing monthly.
• Support month-end processes including audit preparation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Confident communication

Intermediate Excel skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified by experience or AAT study support

Tools

Navision

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be working with a well‑established SME in the Gosport, Hampshire area to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative finance team within a growing manufacturing business that values initiative and teamwork. The vacancy has arisen due to an internal move and offers genuine scope for development. You’ll work closely with the Financial Controller, supporting day‑to‑day transactional finance processes and contributing to month‑end routines.

What will the Accounts Assistant role involve?

• Managing sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and credits.
• Handling credit control activities, including credit checks, account openings, and chasing overdue payments.
• Reconciling warranty invoicing monthly.
• Processing staff expenses and credit card transactions.
• Assisting with prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supporting month‑end and year‑end processes, including audit preparation.
• Liaising with internal departments to ensure smooth cash flow and timely dispatch of goods.
• Maintaining compliance with company policies and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

Suitable Candidate for the Accounts Assistant vacancy:

• Previous experience in a similar transactional finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work methodically under pressure.
• Confident communicator who can build relationships across the business.
• Intermediate Excel skills (VLOOKUPs and pivot tables desirable).
• Knowledge of Navision is advantageous but not essential.
• AAT study support available, though qualified by experience candidates are equally welcome.

Additional Information for the Accounts Assistant role:

• Office‑based role within a supportive and friendly team environment.
• 25 days annual leave
• Early finish on a Friday
• Death‑in‑service benefit (2× salary) and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Statutory pension scheme.

This is a busy, hands‑on position suited to someone calm under pressure, proactive, and eager to learn. If you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact and develop your skills within a stable, growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics.