Assistant Accountant

We are currently recruiting for a newly created Assistant Accountant role to join our busy Accounts Team. This new position has been created as part of our continued business expansion, alongside internal promotions within the team. Based on site in Norwich, the role will support our Motor Retail Division and work closely with the Management Accountants in the production of monthly management accounts and monthly composites, in accordance with manufacturer requirements.

The Assistant Account will assist in providing analytical and financial information, and advice to department managers and the general manager, to assist in the achievement of their site objectives. You will balance the accounts in accordance with company procedure, advising management of any discrepancies.

You will maintain official documentation and company records according to mandatory legal requirements.

We are looking for the following candidate: -

AAT Accounting Qualification, Level 3 minimum or equivalent (will consider QBE).
 Experience of working within a busy accounts department.
Excellent numerical skills.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Honesty & integrity.
A flexible ‘can do’ attitude.
Competence in Microsoft packages.
Driven attitude keen to progress and develop.
Working knowledge of Pinnacle DMS is desired, but not essential.
Previous Motor Trade experience is desired, but not essential.
 
This role will include (but is not limited to): -

Daily authorisation of payments.
 Weekly processing of manufacturer bonuses.
 Balance Sheet reconciliations with narrative and timely follow-ups.
Work alongside the accountant to analyse current procedures and activities to identify and present opportunities for financial and operational improvement.
 Assist management with queries arising from the management accounts.
Monitor all debts within the business and regularly chase up and report on all outstanding or ageing debt.
Work with the accountant to analyse current policies and procedures to present opportunities for improvement.
Advise management of any discrepancies or other problems encountered or highlight any concerns/potential fraud.
Assist with regular stock takes (vehicles and parts) analyse for variances, and report to management team.
Assist accountant processing accruals and prepayments.

As a family-owned business, we have strong values. You will be expected to represent our family values of: Professional, Trust, Respect, Caring and Together, through your own behaviour, every day.

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