Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant
Portsmouth
£35,000
Full Time | Office-Based
Permanent Role | Immediate Start Available

We are recruiting for a Financial Accounts Assistant to join a well-established, successful and growing business based in Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a stable organisation with a strong team culture, long-standing employees and a genuine focus on developing and rewarding its people.

You'll join a supportive finance team, working closely with the Financial Director in a varied and hands-on role where your contribution will be valued.

The Role:

You will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, including:

• Managing sales and purchase ledger

• Processing invoices and payments

• Bank and balance sheet reconciliations

• Assisting with month-end processes

• Maintaining the fixed asset register

• Supporting VAT and CIS returns

• Handling customer and supplier queries

The Person:

• 3+ years experience in a finance or accounting role

• Experience with accounts payable, receivable and reconciliations

• Comfortable supporting month-end processes

• AAT Level 3 or 4 (preferred)

• Strong attention to detail and organised approach

• Confident using accounting software (Xero experience beneficial)

This role would suit someone who enjoys structured, process-driven work, takes pride in accuracy and wants to build a long-term career within a professional and friendly team.

Whats on Offer:

• Permanent role with an immediate start available

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience

• Clear salary progression with structured enhancements that reward skill and flexibility

• Ongoing training and professional certifications to support your development

• Flexible holiday benefits — buy or sell annual leave to suit your lifestyle

• Access to Aviva Smart Health, discounted gym memberships and additional wellbeing perks

• Regular social events that keep the team connected and create a genuinely enjoyable working environment