Accounts Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | £30,000 to £35,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | RG1 0AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | CMA Recruitment Group |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HS65143-42626 |
Summary
For over twenty years, our client has been delivering high-quality services and they are based in central Reading, Berkshire. With strong connections, empowerment, integrity and inclusivity they are leaders in their field. Due to growth they are working exclusively with CMA in order to increase their finance department. The Accounts Assistant will provide essential support to the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and assisting with month-end activities. This role is key in maintaining smooth financial operations and fostering strong relationships with suppliers.
What will the Accounts Assistant role involve?
• Process invoices and ensure timely payments to subcontractors and suppliers
• Perform monthly supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare payment run files for approval and bank upload
• Resolve supplier queries efficiently and professionally
• Assist with month-end closing tasks and other ad hoc finance duties as required
Suitable Candidate for the Accounts Assistant vacancy:
• Experienced in transactional finance or accounts work
• Reliable, approachable, and friendly
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills
• Able to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent in communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, team-oriented, and collaborative
Additional benefits and information for the role of Accounts Assistant:
• Study support towards a professional accounting qualification
• 25 days annual leave (increasing with length of service)
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Stakeholder pension scheme
• Access to an employee voucher platform
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
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