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.

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

• 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.

• 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