Senior Assistant Accountant

Company: CMA Recruitment Group
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Location: Basingstoke
Job Description:

Join a forward-thinking manufacturing business based on the outskirts of Basingstoke, Hampshire. This role is newly created due to growth and comes with the potential for progression and opportunities. This role plays a key part within a busy finance function and is a great opportunity if you’re looking for a move within a stable environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Ability to support accounts payable, receivable and supplier management processes.
  • Assisting with the preparation of VAT, corporation tax and other statutory returns.
  • Helping to improve finance systems and streamline transactional workflows.
  • Assisting with payroll processing, including data collation and benefits administration.
  • Responding promptly to internal finance queries and providing day-to-day support to the team.

Suitable candidate for the Assistant Accountant role

  • Previous experience in a similar level role.
  • Able to manage multiple priorities accurately and on time.
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Excellent communication skills and process improvement focus.
  • Works effectively in fast-paced, high-volume environments.
  • Collaborates well across teams.

Additional Benefits and Information

  • Study support for professional development.
  • Flexible working arrangements with office-based work 3-4 days per week.
  • Access to health benefits such as private medical insurance and health cash plans.
  • Opportunities for career growth within an expanding organisation.
  • Salary is dependent on experience.

CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics.

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Posted: August 9th, 2026