We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounting Assistant to join our Finance team at Ford Credit Britain. This role plays a key part in the UK Bank’s month-end close process and supports a wide range of accounting services across Central Office and Shared Services. You’ll collaborate with teams across Europe, including Tax, European Accounting, and the Manchester Business Centre, gaining exposure to diverse projects and financial operations.

Essential Criteria:

Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Strong understanding of general ledger, double-entry accounting, and financial statementsAnalytical mindset with attention to detail, problem-solving skills and familiarity with analytical tools such as AlteryxAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentComfortable with change and committed to continuous improvement

Additional Information:

The Company is committed to diversity and equality of opportunity for all and is opposed to any form of less favourable treatment or harassment on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or disability

This position is based in Dunton, and it is expected the successful candidate will be able to attend the Dunton office for typically 4 days a week and remain flexible on the days they are required to attend the office according to business requirements.

As part of our pre-employment checks process, successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal record check. This will be conducted in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and applied only to unspent convictions.

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Support the UK month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timelinessPrepare and present Balance Sheet and Income Statement variance analysisManage Direct and Indirect tax tasks, including VAT reconciliations and other VAT related requirements (VAT Return submission and VAT reclaims)Handle cash accounting preparation and approvalsCover key month-end tasks across the team, including Tax/VAT responsibilitiesPrepare miscellaneous journals and regulatory returns (e.g., Cashflows, Provisions, Liquidity reporting)Assist with UK statutory accounts and audit walkthroughsMaintain strong financial controls and compliance (OIC, MCRPs, Record Retention)Contribute to automation and simplification initiativesSupport ad hoc projects such as Receivables platform launch and Tax reporting database