Assistant Accountant

Vertu Motors; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Assistant Accountant at Vertu Hyundai Exeter. This part-time, fixed-term role involves producing management reports and supporting financial decision-making processes. The ideal candidate will have proven accounting experience, effective organization skills, and a strong attention to detail.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to online rewards platform for discounts

Preferential Service Rates

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting role is essential.
• Knowledge of Kerridge accounting system is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production of Management Accounts.
• Manage forecasts, estimates, and cash flow.
• Perform payroll and reconcile the balance sheet.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Experience as an Assistant Accountant

Tools

Kerridge accounting system

Job description

Vertu Hyundai Exeter

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our team at Hyundai Exeter. This is a fixed-term 12-month contract to cover maternity leave.

We are offering a basic salary of up to £27,000 pro rata. This is a part-time role working 24 hours per week, with flexible days and hours.

You will work alongside the accountant, producing spreadsheets and statistical data to support management and aid business decisions.

The role includes responsibilities such as:

1. Forecasts
2. Estimates
3. Assisting with the production of Management Accounts
4. Payroll
5. Balance sheet reconciliations
6. Accruals and Prepayments
7. Cash Flow management
8. Reconciling Manufacturer Bonuses
9. Credit Control

The ideal candidate will have experience as an Assistant Accountant. Knowledge of Kerridge accounting system and Motor Trade experience are advantageous but not essential. Effective communication with colleagues, clients, and customers is required.

Desired attributes include:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills

We invest heavily in our colleagues' personal development, offering ongoing training, career progression, and benefits such as:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Access to our online rewards platform for discounts and cashback
• Preferential Service Rates
• Colleague Purchase Scheme
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Pension
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity leave

Apply today! Successful applicants will undergo employment checks, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, criminal record, and driving license.