Accounts Assistant

CMA Recruitment Group is supporting a fast-paced, global service business, based on the outskirts of Chichester, West Sussex. Step into a vital role at the heart of their finance operations as an Accounts Assistant. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional eager to support accurate financial management, streamline processes, and contribute to the organisation's overall success.

You ll play a key role in maintaining financial records, assisting with transactions, and ensuring timely and precise reporting in a collaborative, dynamic environment.

If you re ready to grow your finance career and be part of a supportive team where your contributions truly matter, apply now and take the next step in your professional journey.

What will the Accounts Assistant role involve?

• Manage purchase ledger activities, including processing supplier invoices, matching them against POs and quotes, and compiling weekly payment runs in line with payment terms.
• Reconcile bank and credit card statements, petty cash, and ensure accurate allocation of travel and company card expenses to appropriate projects or departments.
• Oversee accounts payable (AP) inbox, handling timely responses and maintaining financial system data entry.
• Support accounts receivable (AR) functions such as raising sales invoices, processing client credit account forms, and performing credit control to ensure prompt collections.
• Assist with month-end reporting, financial reconciliations, compliance with financial policies, and recommend improvements to accounting processes and controls.

Suitable Candidate for the Accounts Assistant vacancy:

• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software s.
• Ability to manage invoices, payments, and reconciliations effectively.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Accounts Assistant:

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Office based role working hours 8.30 5.30pm Monday to Friday with 1 hour for lunch.
• Pension scheme.
• Annual development day and charity days.
• Free parking.
• High spec offices, food and drinks provided.
• Salary dependant on experience.
• Office dog present.

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