Assistant Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be exclusively supporting our Bournemouth, Dorset who is currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their busy finance team. This is a high volume multi entity business. As Assistant Accountant you will be working in a centralised finance team supporting the Group accountants with the day to day and month end processes.

What will the Assistant Accountant role involve?

• Supporting daily transactional activities, including bank reconciliations and processing transactions for multiple entities within the group
• Contributing to month-end processes, assisting with journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing key financial schedules
• Assisting with internal controls, VAT returns, and relevant reconciliations to ensure compliance with financial procedures
• Engaging in system testing and process reviews related to the organisation’s new ERP implementation, helping identify opportunities for process improvement
• Building effective working relationships across the finance team and wider business, supporting continuous improvement and operational efficiency

Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Accountant vacancy:

• Expereince working in a similar position previously
• Finance professional qualifications held, actively studying or qualified by experience
• Possesses relevant accounting experience, with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident in using finance systems, and able to adapt to new technolog
• Demonstrates clear communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and task ownership.
• Exhibits a professional attitude and desire to progress within a supportive team environment

Additional benefits and information for the role of Assistant Accountant:

• Opportunity to be involved in system testing and process optimisation projects
• Great public transport links
• Up to £35,000 salary depending on experience
• Free parking
• 35 hours full time week

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