Assistant Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group

Posted 10 days ago, valid for 8 days

Southampton, Hampshire SO19 1BQ

Full Time

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Are you a part-qualified accountant looking to step into a role where you can take ownership, grow professionally, and work with a forward-thinking, mission-driven team? We’re working with a dynamic and rapidly evolving business based in Southampton.This opportunity is perfect for someone in their accounting career who is keen to gain valuable experience managing financial compliance across international legal entities. The business offers a highly collaborative and inclusive environment where development is supported and encouraged. They reward their people well—offering a benefits package that goes beyond the market average—and they’re proud to offer a workplace that’s far from ordinary.

What will the Assistant Accountant role involve?

Maintain accurate general ledger records and ensure timely month-end close.
Prepare journals, accruals, prepayments, and intercompany transactions.
Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Document and maintain a clear audit trail.
Provide ad hoc analysis and project support.

Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Accountant vacancy:

Part-qualified AAT / ACCA / CIMA, or qualified by experience.
Good knowledge of general ledger principles.
Strong Excel skills.
Team player who also works independently.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Legal Entity Accountant:

Generous benefits package.
Hybrid working model for work-life balance.
On site parking.

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