Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant – Shift your Career into a Higher Gear

• Location: Nottingham, Head Office
• Salary: £25,000 – £28,000 a year, depending on experience
• Hours: 40 hours a week, Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 17:15
• Job Types: Permanent, Full-Time, in office

Are you passionate about numbers, eager to grow, and ready to be part of an award-winning team? RH Commercial Vehicles is on the hunt for a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join us at our state-of-the-art Head Office in Nottingham. If you’re looking for an exciting role with fantastic growth opportunities and a supportive environment, this is your chance to shine!

Why Join Us?

• Career Development. We’re serious about your growth! With access to ongoing training and clear progression paths, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to advance you career.
• Innovative Environment. Be part of a forward-thinking company in a brand-new office designed to inspire creativity and collaboration
• Boost Your Health. Enjoy a large range of perks to keep your mind, body and health in peak condition. We offer company pension schemes, sick pay and holiday allowance.
• Extra Benefits! Enjoy free gym facilities, designated break areas kitted out to boost your downtime, fantastic company events, Christmas Gift Cards, and free access to our well-being programme which includes plenty of Highstreet discounts.
• AND MORE!

The Challenge…

As an Assistant Accountant, you’ll work closely with the Management Accountant and Finance Controller to support the smooth running of our finance function.

You will be responsible for:

• Process hourly payroll and reconcile control accounts using SAGE 50 payroll
• Handle general ledger cashbook postings and multi-company bank reconciliations, including intercompany transactions.
• Support prepayments, accruals, and balance sheet reconciliations with the Management Accountant.
• Oversee expenses, credit card functions, and transaction processing in QuickBooks.
• Assist sales and purchase ledger functions, resolving complex queries and reconciling supplier statements.
• Provide holiday cover for team members across sales and purchase ledger roles.
• Contribute to implementing new technologies and systems in the finance function.
• Lead or support ad hoc tasks and projects for the Management Accountant and Financial Controller.

Be a key player in enhancing our finance operations and driving efficiencies across the team!

What we are looking for…

• A detail orientated and accurate Assistant Accountant
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, including double entry and standards.
• 5+ years’ experience in an accounts department or a standalone role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, capable of balancing priorities and supporting the team during busy periods.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to collaborate across multiple sites.
• Adaptable and responsive to dynamic business needs.
• Positive, eager to learn, and committed to personal and team development.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel with a mindset for continuous improvement.

You’ll really hit the ground running if you have…

• Previous experience in the commercial vehicles and vehicle rental industry
• Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics GP, Business Central and Quickbooks
• Fully Qualified AAT

Who are RH Commercial Vehicles?…

At RH Commercial Vehicles, we’ve been driving excellence in the commercial vehicle market for over 40 years. As proud members of the Renault Trucks and Isuzu Trucks network, we operate from six sites across the East Midlands, delivering fast, reliable service our customers can depend on. Now, we’re offering you the chance to join our dedicated, professional team as we continue to expand!

Our Accounts team is a vital part of the business, and we’re looking for an ambitious Assistant Accountant to play a key role in supporting our finance function. Whether you’re an experienced professional or looking to grow your career, you’ll work closely with the Management Accountant and Finance Controller on a variety of exciting projects and tasks. With the opportunity to take on new responsibilities over time, this role is perfect for those eager to grow and make an impact.