Assistant Accountant

Our client, a leading diversified business group specialising in commercial vehicles, logistics, leasing, finance, fleet support, business services, and strategic investment, is seeking to appoint an Assistant Accountant at their Avonmouth head office. This is a well-regarded role designed for individuals with relevant finance experience and ambition to develop within a dynamic environment. The Assistant Accountant will be integral to the central finance team, supporting two subsidiary companies—a logistics solutions provider and a commercial vehicle dealer group.

Benefits of the Assistant Accountant:

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum, dependent on experience
40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with flexible scheduling between 8:00am-6:00pm
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Private healthcare and discounted family healthcare
Online GP, personal accident, and travel insurance
Pension scheme with employer contributions
Death in service (life assurance) at 3x salary
Staff purchase discounts and regular staff events
In-house training and career development opportunities
Refer a friend scheme (£2,000 for fully qualified Vehicle Technicians, £500 for other roles)
Duties of the Assistant Accountant:

Conduct daily bank postings, purchase ledger processing, and account reconciliations
Support payroll submissions
Prepare management accounts and monthly reconciliations
Assist with month-end closing activities and management reporting
Coordinate warranty processes and manage customer account activity
Process monthly lease and rental invoices
Support credit control functions and report on departmental performance
Assist the Financial Controller with finance projects and reporting improvements
Undertake general administrative tasks as required

Requirements of the Assistant Accountant:

Minimum GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths and English
A Level or similar accountancy qualification preferred but not essential
Prior experience within a finance or accounts environment
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with Xero accounting software advantageous but not necessary; experience with similar software acceptable
Organised, proactive, and capable of managing workloads independently
Confident, resilient team player with excellent communication skills

Contact Hamish Lowrie, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Avonmouth and Bristol, today to discover more about this fantastic Assistant Accountant opportunity.

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