Accountant

Lindley's Auto Centres; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing automotive service company in Colwick seeks an experienced Accountant. The successful candidate will lead financial services, mentor a small team, and support clients with accurate management accounts. A people-first culture and opportunities for progression are part of the offering, along with a competitive salary of £43,000 to £45,000 plus a study package.

Benefits

Study package

Free onsite parking

Company events

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounting.
• Practice or commercial experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accurate, timely management accounts.
• Ensure VAT returns are completed and compliant with UK regulations.
• Oversee bookkeeping quality-checks performed by team members.
• Act as a day-to-day contact for client queries.

Skills

Finance experience

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Strong Excel knowledge

Education

Qualified or part-qualified accountant

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Accountant Permanent Colwick/WB area - £43000 -£45000 plus study package

We re looking for an Accountant to join our busy Colwick office at coLaunch. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves finance, enjoys variety, and thrives in a forward-thinking, client-focused environment. As our business grows rapidly, we need a positive, energetic team player who can produce monthly accounts, build strong client relationships, manage a small team and fit seamlessly into our supportive culture.

Company Overview:

• coLaunch specialises in bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounting services for the independent automotive industry.
• Clients range from start-ups to established multi-site businesses.
• Focus on precision, insight, and care in financial processes.
• Collaborative, growing team with a non-traditional firm environment.

Role Overview:

• Lead delivery of core financial services (bookkeeping, VAT returns, management accounts) for a group of clients.
• Mentor and review the work of a small team of four.
• Work closely with clients, offering support and professional advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review accurate, timely management accounts.
• Ensure VAT returns are completed, reviewed, and submitted in compliance with UK regulations.
• Oversee and quality-check bookkeeping carried out by team members.
• Monitor data accuracy and reconciliation across all client records.
• Act as a day-to-day contact for client queries.
• Coach and support junior staff (4) to maintain high standards and improve processes.
• Maintain well-organised working papers for internal use and handover to external accountants.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 5 years experience in a finance or accounting role (multi-client experience desirable).
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounting.
• Qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Practice or Commercial experience.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (Not Essential), strong Excel

Why Work With Us:

• Salary: £43,000 to £45000 depending on experience plus Study Package
• Growing company with room for progression. Friendly, people-first culture.
• Casual dress code and company events. Free onsite parking.
• Exposure to dynamic businesses and opportunity to make a real impact.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday.
• 9am 5pm 45 mins lunch
• 20 days holiday plus stats

Requirements:

• Must reliably commute or plan to relocate to Nottingham NG2 4EU before starting work.

Experience Required:

• Accounting: 5 years (required).