Accounts Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
We have an exciting new opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join our flagship Derby dealership Accounts team!
If you . . .
- Enjoy putting your experience and knowledge into practice
- Thrive in a team environment
- Want to work for a company that will invest in your career
Then apply today!
Have you heard about our benefits?
When you join Pentagon, from Day 1 you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 30 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with length of service.
- Recommend a Friend Scheme.
- Discounted days out with family and friends.
- Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.
- Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
- Manufacturer specific training.
- Salary Finance.
- 24 hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.
- Team member Pension Scheme contributions.
- Friends & family Customer Referral Payments
- Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends.
We pride ourselves on offering exceptional training and development opportunities along with realistic career paths for each member of our Team.
What Will You Be Doing?
Main responsibilities of the role will include:
- General Office duties
- Reconciling supplier statements, requesting missing documents and ensuring all invoices are booked on & approved ready for payment run
- Paying due and approved invoices
- Processing petty cash
- Raising intercompany recharges by the last day of the month and ensuring the clearing account is reconciled
- Entering appropriate details from each invoice onto the computerised purchase ledger system, including payment date
The working hours for this position are Monday to Friday 0830am - 1700pm
Who Are We Looking for?
The successful candidate will have:
- A good understanding of general accounting functions i.e. invoices, credit notes, payment advice etc
- The ability to handle high volumes of detailed transactions with great accuracy
- Excellent awareness of working to strict deadlines
- Strong Excel/Data Inputting skills
- A proactive and driven attitude with the ability to perform well under pressure.
- Natural problem solving skills
- A positive, right first time attitude and a team player mentality.
Previous knowledge and/or experience of Kerridge would be a distinct advantage but not essential as training will be provided.
Why choose us?
For more information on why becoming a member of the Pentagon Motor Group team is an amazing career choice head over to our website!
https://www.pentagon-group.co.uk/recruitment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: REQ000884
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Dealers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Accounts Assistant roles across Pentagon Motor Group Ltd.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Dealers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £19,184 - £22,073 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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