Assistant Accountant - Management Accounts & Payroll

Vertu Motors plc; Taunton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motor retailer in Taunton is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary up to £28,000 and includes responsibilities such as assisting with management accounts, payroll, and various reconciliations. Ideal candidates should have strong attention to detail and knowledge of accounting systems. The company emphasizes personal development and offers multiple employee benefits, including holidays, discounts, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Access to online rewards platform

Preferential Service Rates

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Accountant.
• Effective communication with financial and non-financial colleagues.
• Ability to work with spreadsheets and statistical data.

Responsibilities

• Support the production of spreadsheets and statistical data.
• Assist with the production of Management Accounts.
• Complete forecasts and estimates.
• Handle payroll and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Manage accruals, prepayments, and cash flow.
• Reconcile manufacturer bonuses and oversee credit control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Knowledge of Excel

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Kerridge accounting system

Job description

A leading motor retailer in Taunton is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary up to £28,000 and includes responsibilities such as assisting with management accounts, payroll, and various reconciliations. Ideal candidates should have strong attention to detail and knowledge of accounting systems. The company emphasizes personal development and offers multiple employee benefits, including holidays, discounts, and a pension scheme.