Assistant Accountant

Are you a highly organised and efficient Assistant Accountant looking for an exciting new role? Our Birmingham based finance team (near the NEC) are on the lookout for someone with automotive experience and AAT level 3 to join the team.We’re a friendly, supportive team that values long-term growth — so you’ll enjoy great training, upskilling opportunities, and plenty of encouragement to develop your career. If you’re ready to take the next step and be part of a positive, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!What You’ll Be DoingControl of non-vehicle debtors both cash and credit customers by age and value at a Group level for Renault Retail Group (RRG)Control of vehicle debtors by age and value at a Group levelIdentify overdue accounts and chase payment at a Group level for RRGAlert the Head of Accounting to financial risk regardless of age or value for any RRG branchLiaising with an overseas accounting functionEnsure that receipts and payment are posted dailyEnsure that Bank Reconciliations are performed dailyEnsure that nominal reconciliations are performed weeklyWhat You’ll BringPrevious experience as an Assistant Accountant preferably within the automotive sectorAn accounting qualification, AAT level 3 or similarKnowledge of the CDK/Kerridge Dealer Management systemPrevious experience dealing with multiple currenciesExcellent attention to detail and good organisational skillsStrong communication and interpersonal skillsA good working knowledge of all accounting routines, including stock checks and month-end reconciliationsKnowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and v-lookups is essentialAble to work to strict deadlines whilst paying attention to detailComfortable working both as an individual and as part of a small teamAbility to juggle a variety of tasks all at the same timeAbility to work under pressureThe working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm with a 30-minute lunch break. We can offer hybrid working once you’ve settled into the role.Why join us?A salary of £32,000 paHybrid or remote working option (after 6 months service)25 days annual leave plus Bank HolidaysLoan Plan Car Option (after 3 months service)Pension scheme and family-friendly policies.Discounted gym membership to support your wellbeingOnsite free parkingShare save schemeLearning and development opportunitiesAt our core, we live by our values: we’re Solutions Driven, proud of our Heritage, committed to Integrity, always Forward Thinking, and we build Trust in everything we do. These values shape how we work, how we recruit, and how we grow - and we’re looking for someone who shares them.