Assistant Management Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group; Langstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leisure-based company in Langstone is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team for an initial 3-month period. The successful candidate will carry out detailed reconciling tasks, support month-end routines, and assist with financial analysis. Ideal for someone available immediately with strong attention to detail and Excel skills. Pay is £17–£20 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

37.5-hour working week

Supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Assistant Accountant or reconciliation-focused role.
• Confident working independently and resolving discrepancies.
• Excellent attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting software.
• Available immediately or at short notice.
• Strong communication skills and a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out detailed bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts including accruals, prepayments, and control accounts.
• Reviewing and clearing aged items and unmatched transactions.
• Supporting month-end routines and the production of management accounts.
• Assisting with the posting of journals and transactional data.
• Liaising with internal departments to resolve reconciliation discrepancies.
• Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting support as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Assistant Accountant available at short notice and confident working in a fast-paced finance environment? A leisure-based company is seeking a capable and hands-on Assistant Accountant to join their finance team for an initial 3-month period, focusing on key reconciliations and month-end support.

This is an exciting opportunity to support a well-known brand within the leisure industry. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Finance to ensure the integrity of the accounts through accurate reconciliations and financial housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out detailed bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts including accruals, prepayments, and control accounts
• Reviewing and clearing aged items and unmatched transactions
• Supporting month-end routines and the production of management accounts
• Assisting with the posting of journals and transactional data
• Liaising with internal departments to resolve reconciliation discrepancies
• Ad hoc financial analysis and reporting support as required

Suitable Candidate

• Previous experience in a similar Assistant Accountant or reconciliation-focused role
• Confident working independently and resolving discrepancies
• Excellent attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Proficient in Excel and familiar with accounting software
• Available immediately or at short notice
• Strong communication skills and a methodical approach

Benefits and Information

• £17 – £20 per hour depending on experience
• 37.5-hour working week
• Office-based role within a supportive and friendly finance team
• Ideal for those looking to bridge a gap between permanent roles or gain sector experience

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