Assistant Accountant

SF are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant based in Derby on a permanent basis with the opportunity to progress. Salary up to £31,000 Potential study support Office based - Pride park Job duties:  To ensure all given tasks are carried out accurately and efficiently.  To achieve high levels of courtesy and efficiency when dealing with customers, either directly or indirectly, in order to maximise Customer Satisfaction Performance.  To understand the goals of the CMA Business Plan and actively participate in achieving objectives. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES  Be able to carry out, advise and assist on all jobs within the department.  Assist in monthly management accounts preparation.  Ensure accuracy of vehicle finance logs and reconciliation to nominal ledger.  Ensure accounts information downloaded.  Attend and assist with annual vehicle stock takes.  Ensure monthly new and used vehicle stock checks are fully reconciled.  Reconcile and clear Nominal Ledger accounts as required.  Edit and reconcile new and used other vehicle costs.  Edit and reconcile vehicle PL accounts.  Edit and reconcile balances on VSB PL Contra account.  Control vehicle debts, daily banking and Bank statements.  Support any data entry into computer system.  Ensure manufacturer bonus accounts are fully reconciled and monies collected in a timely manner.  Assist in Annual Budget preparation.  Assist in the preparation and submission of 14 day and month end forecasts.  Agree vehicle profits to vehicle profit and loss accounts.  To assist with all month end close down procedures.  Assist in the preparation of year end accounts.  Verify monthly sales commissions in line with Group procedures.  WAS Warranty accounts reconciled.  Assist with quarterly VAT returns.  Control vehicle debtors and distribute lists weekly as required.  Admin support to AFRL/VISTA systems.  Ensure all equipment in the working area is in good order and any defects reported immediately.  To be aware of Company policy relating to Health and Safety.  Ensure security of dealership assets at all times.  Produce Excel spreadsheets as required.  Ensure orderly retention off all supporting documentation.  Maintain a good working relationship with colleagues.  Communicate effectively with management and other staff verbally or by writing, as appropriate