Accounts Assistant in Birmingham

Renault Retail Group is looking for an experienced, hands‑on Accounts Assistant to join our Central Accounts Team. This is a busy, high‑volume operational role suited to someone who enjoys being in the detail, takes ownership of their work, and can keep things moving in a fast‑paced environment. You’ll be part of a small, close‑knit team, working across a large, multi‑site business with an outsourced accounting function in India. This means you’ll need to be organised, proactive, and confident managing work that spans internal and offshore teams. This is a DOER role, not a reviewer role. There is no management layer or progression pathway in the short term. If you’re looking for immediate promotion or a step into management, this role won’t be the right fit. However, if you’re someone who takes pride in delivery, thrives on staying busy, and enjoys getting things done properly and efficiently—this could suit you very well.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Processing and allocating high volumes of daily receipts (cheques, PDQs, BACS)
• Managing payment allocations end‑to‑end, resolving missing remittance details directly
• Monitoring debtor balances and proactively identifying and addressing overdue items
• Completing bank and nominal reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies
• Processing purchase invoices and credit notes using systems such as CDK / Kerridge / Keyloop Drive
• Supporting month‑end deadlines, ensuring all transaction data is accurate and complete
• Liaising with internal stakeholders and the outsourced finance team in India to ensure smooth workflow and issue resolution
• Maintaining accurate records and handling general administrative finance tasks

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a busy Accounts Assistant / Ledger role
• Comfortable working in high-volume, deadline‑driven environments
• Strong attention to detail without losing pace
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Confident communicator, able to chase, resolve, and follow through
• Proactive mindset – you take ownership rather than waiting for direction
• Good working knowledge of Excel (sorting, filtering, basic formulas)

You’ll Thrive If You:

• Prefer being hands‑on rather than supervising or reviewing others’ work
• Enjoy working at pace and staying productive
• Are resilient under pressure and can juggle competing priorities
• Take pride in accuracy and getting things done properly
• Are comfortable working in a small team without a defined progression ladder
• Can work effectively with offshore / outsourced teams

Hours & Pay:

£30,000 per annum, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Benefits:

• 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays (option to buy or sell additional days)
• Pension scheme which includes permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit
• A family new car scheme is available for close family members from £139 per car per month (1st car after probation, 2nd car after 12 months service). Car insurance is included on this scheme.
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Staff discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, servicing, and accessories
• Eye‑test voucher scheme
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, including e‑bikes
• Discounted gym membership