Finance Assistant

CPM UK; Stokenchurch; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

26 days leave

ACA/ACCA/CIMA study

Pension 5%

Peppy wellbeing

Digicare+ wellbeing

Flexible benefits

Employee discounts

Enhanced parental leave

Two charity days

Free on-site parking

Job summary

CPM UK is hiring a Finance Assistant to support both Financial Accounting and Commercial Accounting. The role offers hybrid working in Stokenchurch, with up to 29k GBP depending on experience. You will gain hands-on exposure to financial and commercial finance processes while studying towards ACA/ACCA/CIMA.

Key duties include managing balance sheet reconciliations, processing invoices and journals, and supporting audits. A proactive, detail-oriented communicator will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounting environment.
• Willing to study ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Detail oriented and accurate.
• Able to meet month-end and quarter-end deadlines.
• Confident communicating financial information to stakeholders.
• Proactive and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of at least six balance sheet accounts, including reconciliation, review and transaction management.
• Manage weekly Finance post, ensuring correspondence is distributed and actioned promptly.
• Audit monthly billing activity, ensuring invoices are accurate and compliant with company procedures.
• Prepare and process recharges to client projects and overhead accounts.
• Maintain finance records, including Direct Debit and recurring transaction documentation.
• Support continuous improvement and take ownership of finance processes as your experience develops.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Raise client invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare and post journals.
• Provide ad hoc support across the wider Finance team as required.

Skills

Finance experience

ACA/ACCA/CIMA study

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Collaborative

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA study

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking to develop your finance career within a dynamic and fast-paced business? CPM is seeking a Finance Assistant to join our Finance team, providing support across both Financial Accounting and Commercial Accounting functions. Up to £29k DOE.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance experience who is keen to broaden their knowledge across a wide range of accounting activities while receiving support towards a professional accounting qualification. If you're detail-oriented, proactive and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Ideal location: Stokenchurch, United Kingdom, HP14

The Role

As a Finance Assistant, you'll play a key role in ensuring financial transactions, reconciliations and records are processed accurately and efficiently. Working closely with colleagues across the Finance team, you'll manage multiple priorities and contribute to the smooth running of departmental activities.

This role offers hands‑on exposure to financial accounting, transactional finance and commercial finance processes, providing an excellent foundation for career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of at least six balance sheet accounts, including reconciliation, review and transaction management.
• Manage weekly Finance post, ensuring correspondence is distributed and actioned promptly.
• Audit monthly billing activity, ensuring invoices are accurate and compliant with company procedures.
• Prepare and process recharges to client projects and overhead accounts.
• Maintain finance records, including Direct Debit and recurring transaction documentation.
• Support continuous improvement and take ownership of finance processes as your experience develops.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Raise client invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare and post journals.
• Provide ad hoc support across the wider Finance team as required.

About You

We're looking for someone who combines strong attention to detail with excellent communication and organisational skills.

You'll Bring

• Previous experience working within a finance or accounting environment.
• A desire to study towards (or already be studying) an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• The ability to manage workload effectively and meet month-end and quarter-end deadlines.
• Confidence communicating financial information to a variety of stakeholders.
• A proactive, inquisitive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• A collaborative attitude and commitment to being part of a supportive team.

Benefits Include

• Hybrid working
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with service
• Study support towards ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualifications
• Employer pension contribution of up to 5%
• Access to Peppy and Digicare+ wellbeing apps
• Flexible benefits, including the option to buy or sell holiday
• Employee discount schemes
• Enhanced parental leave options
• Two paid charity days each year
• Free on-site parking

Why Join CPM?

At CPM, you'll be part of a supportive and collaborative Finance team where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged. You'll gain practical experience across multiple finance disciplines while building towards a professional qualification and long-term career success.

CPM is a gold Investors in People business and proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.