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Assistant Management Accountant

Job details
Posting date: 03 March 2026
Salary: £35,000 per year
Additional salary information: Fantastic Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 April 2026
Location: Chesterfield, Midlands, S40 2WG
Company: Octane Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59336632

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Summary

Assistant Management Accountant
Location: Chesterfield
Hours: 37.5 per week (8:45am–5:15pm, flexible start times available)
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 (DOE)

We’re supporting a well‑established Automotive Dealer Group in Chesterfield who are looking to appoint an Assistant Management Accountant. This is a specialist role focused on key balance sheet areas, complex reconciliations and high‑volume data work. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys accuracy, structure and getting into the detail.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, depreciation and annual asset audits across multiple sites
- Complete quarterly VAT reconciliations and ensure accurate VAT processing through the ledger
- Reconcile manufacturer/bonus income, monitor outstanding debts and support month‑end reporting
- Handle service plan reconciliations, including refunds, top‑ups and complex data analysis
- Investigate unreceived costs and vehicle cost accruals, liaising with sites to resolve queries
- Support year‑end processes and assist with stock checks

What We’re Looking For

- Previous accounts experience
- Strong understanding of VAT and VAT returns
- Excellent reconciliation experience, especially with large data sets
- Advanced Excel skills
- High attention to detail
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
- Able to work independently while supporting the wider finance team

Working Hours & Flexibility

- 37.5 hours per week (7.5 hours per day)
- Standard hours: 8:45am – 5:15pm with 1‑hour lunch
- Flexible start times available (earliest 8am)

Benefits

- Vehicle Savings Scheme: Access to discounted rates on new cars or vans through a partner scheme
- Statutory UK Benefits: Workplace pension scheme, Enhanced annual leave entitlement
- Career Development: Strong focus on training, development and long‑term progression within the finance function

Consultant: Kalum Green - Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.

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