Junior Accounts Assistant Fareham | £27,000 £28,000 + Bonus | Full-Time | Office-Based
Trafalgar Talent is proud to be partnering with a fast-growing, modern business in Fareham that is looking to hire a Junior Accounts Assistant to join its expanding finance team.
This is a fully office-based role, ideal for someone early in their finance career who wants hands-on learning, real-time support, and daily interaction with an experienced team. If youre studying AAT (or planning to) and want proper exposure, not just transactional processing, this is a strong opportunity.
?? What Youll Be Doing Youll gain practical experience across:
Purchase ledger & invoice processing
Sales invoicing & credit control support
Bank & credit card reconciliations
Journal preparation
Supplier payment runs
VAT return data preparation (UK & international exposure)
Month-end and audit support
You wont be siloed, youll be involved across the function.
?? Why Office-Based Works Here This business has built a strong, collaborative culture. Being on-site means:
Immediate mentoring from senior finance professionals
Faster development through hands-on learning
Better exposure to wider business operations
A supportive, team-driven environment
For someone building their career, that daily interaction can be invaluable.
?? What Theyre Looking For Essential
Basic understanding of bookkeeping
Strong attention to detail
Good Excel skills
Organised and reliable
Keen to develop a long-term career in finance
Desirable
Studying towards AAT Level 3
Previous finance or accounts experience
Experience using Xero
Attitude and willingness to learn will carry a lot of weight.
?? Training & Progression Youll receive:
Structured on-the-job training
Exposure to UK & international VAT processes
Support towards AAT qualifications (where applicable)
Mentoring from senior finance team members
Increasing responsibility as you grow
This is a genuine development role with progression potential.
?? Salary & Benefits £27,000 £28,000 (DOE)
Up to 10% annual performance bonus
Company pension
Private health & dental cover
Death in service benefit
Breakfast, lunch, snacks & drinks provided
Onsite gym
Corporate golf membership
Food allowance at local restaurants
Additional lifestyle perks
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