Are you an ambitious accounts professional looking to progress your career in financial and management accounting?
Are you AAT studier/ AAT qualified, Accounts Assistant, or part-qualified ACCA / CIMA and ready to take the next step?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing international business with operations across the UK, Europe, and the USA. Our client, based in Christchurch near Bournemouth Dorset, is a market leader with a supportive culture and strong focus on professional development.

They are seeking a hands-on Accounts Professional to perform a Financial Accountant / Assistant Accountant job and to support the wider finance team with month-end accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting.

You’ll report directly to the Group Financial Controller and work closely with the General Manager on-site — a key sole charge finance position in a small business yet part of a larger group, which can offer long term career progression and study support.

The Role will grow into the below with support and training
Financial Accountant Job Role:

• As an Assistant Accountant / Financial Accountant, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function, with responsibility for:
• Accurate and timely completion of month-end accounts (P&L and Balance Sheet)
• Intercompany reconciliations within the group
• Overseeing sales ledger, purchase ledger and cashbook
• Processing bank payments and preparing bank reconciliations
• Reviewing and submitting statutory returns (VAT, tax) 
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Liaising with external auditors during annual audits
• Improving processes and procedures
• Ad hoc project work  -eg Integration work - and supplier analysis

About You:

• We’re looking for a motivated and detail-focused AAT studier , AAT qualified or part-qualified accountant or ambitious QBE who enjoys working in a sole charge and varied role.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Good Excel and ability to work independently
• Confident communication skills and a proactive attitude
• This role would suit an experienced Assistant Accountant ready to progress, or a part-qualified accountant/QBE seeking broader exposure in a supportive ambitious environment.

What the Assistant Accountant Job can offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits circa £30,000-£35,000 
• Full study support
• Career progression opportunities within an international group
• Supportive and collaborative finance team at group level
• Office-based role in Christchurch - Dorset - Near Bournemouth

If you’re an AAT Studier/ AAT qualified, part-qualified, or assistant accountant QBE or Accounts Assistant seeking variety and progression and ready for your next challenge — we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your finance career with a leading international Dorset/Christchurch/Bournemouth based business.

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