Accounts Assistant
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £28,000 to £32,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 February 2026 |
| Location: | SO14 3BH |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | CMA Recruitment Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OW67860-42626 |
Summary
An established manufacturing business is currently seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. The organisation operates within a specialist technical sector, delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to a diverse client base across commercial and regulated markets.
The role will be primarily based from an office location in Southampton three days per week, with one day per week based on the Isle of Wight (paid travel), plus one day working from home.
What will the Finance Assistant role involve?
• Processing a high volume of supplier invoices
• Managing and responding to supplier queries
• Monitoring and managing the finance inbox
• Supporting the implementation of Accounts Payable invoice automation software
Suitable Candidate for the Finance Assistant vacancy:
• Previous experience working within a Purchase Ledger role
• Able to work in a stand alone capacity
• Strong communications skills
Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Assistant:
• Hybrid working model
• Expensed travel to the IOW one day a week
• Parking on site
• Flexible working hours
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