Group Assistant Accountant

McDermott Group; Perth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 30 days

Buy back 5 days

Pension

Study support

Employee Referral Scheme

10% Discount card – Tradepoint/B&Q

Job summary

The McDermott and DRVN Group of Companies in the UK is seeking an experienced Group Assistant Accountant to support the finance team across its multi-entity businesses. Reporting to the Group Financial Officer, the role covers accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, VAT returns, and management accounting support, with clear opportunities for career progression.

Based in Perth, Scotland, the role is office-based, Monday to Friday 9:00–5:00, with benefits including 30 days’ holiday, pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an accounting/finance role, ideally within a multi-company or automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, including pivot tables, lookups, SUMIFS and data analysis.
• Experience with Sage 50, Sage 200, Sage Payroll and Salesforce would be advantageous but is not essential.
• AAT qualification (Level 3/4) or equivalent; working towards ACCA/CIMA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to.
• Oversee accounts payable & receivable, ensuring timely processing across multiple businesses.
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions, and assist with the preparation of VAT returns.
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliations in line with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and the processing of journal entries, including accruals and prepayments.
• Maintain financial records, assist with audits, and liaise with external accountants.
• Create and maintain accounting procedures with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Work closely with management to improve financial reporting and processes.
• Work alongside the Group Financial Officer to support and develop the finance team, while remaining hands-on and covering transactional accounting duties when required.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Organizational skills

Financial reporting

Intercompany accounting

VAT knowledge

Education

AAT Level 3/4 qualification

ACCA/CIMA in progress

Tools

Sage 50

Sage 200

Sage Payroll

Salesforce

Job description

The McDermott and DRVN Group of Companies is a leading privately owned group of diverse businesses operating throughout Scotland and the UK. With over 50 years of sustained organic growth, the Group has built an outstanding reputation across a broad range of industries, including automotive manufacturing, construction, technical consultancy, composite manufacturing, property investment and land development, mechanical, heating, plumbing and electrical services, renewable technologies, software development, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Joining the team means becoming part of a well-established organisation that values collaboration, professionalism and continuous development.

Due to continued growth, the Group is looking for an experienced Group Assistant Accountant to support the finance team across its multiple companies.

Reporting to the Group Financial Officer and working within a finance team of five, this role requires strong accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to manage financial processes efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-company environment.

The successful candidate will receive broad exposure across a dynamic multi-entity business, and clear opportunities for career progression through working closely with the Group Financial Officer.

Overview of the Role

• Holidays: 30 days. Additional days per year of service, maximum of 5. Buy back scheme of additional 5 days
• Pension
• Study support for relevant professional qualifications
• Employee Referral Scheme
• 10% Discount card – Tradepoint/B&Q
• Location – Perth (Scotland)
• Office-based, Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all company policies and procedures are adhered to
• Oversee accounts payable & receivable, ensuring timely processing across multiple businesses
• Prepare and review bank reconciliations and intercompany transactions, and assist with the preparation of VAT returns
• Monthly balance sheet reconciliation s in line with m onth-end and year-end closing processes
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and the processing of journal entries, including accruals and prepayments
• Maintain financial records, assist with audits, and liaise with external accountants
• Create and maintain accounting procedures with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement
• Work closely with management to improve financial reporting and processes
• Work alongside the Group Financial Officer to support and develop the finance team, while remaining hands‑on and covering transactional accounting duties when required
• Proven experience in an accounting/finance role, ideally within a multi-company or automotive environment
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT, and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel experience, including pivot tables, lookups, SUMIFS and data analysis, together with proficiency in accounting software. Experience with Sage 50, Sage 200, Sage Payroll and Salesforce would be advantageous but is not essential
• Excellent organi s ational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• AAT qualification (Level 3/4) or equivalent; working towards ACCA/CIMA is a plus

Right to Work

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Right-to-work checks will be carried out in accordance with Home Office requirements.

Equality & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you