Accounts Assistant

Command; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading car dealership in Letchworth is seeking an Accounts Assistant to manage Purchase Ledger duties. Candidates should have solid experience in accounting and be adept with various financial processes. The role offers a salary of up to £28,000 with excellent study support, annual leave, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Full study support (ACCA CIMA AAT)

32 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)

Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption packages

Life Assurance from day one

Preferential staff discounts on vehicles

Long service recognition (every 5 years)

Free eye tests

Employee Assistance Programme

Tech purchase scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Strong purchase ledger experience in accounting.
• Experience with accounting software and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts paperwork daily for manager authorization.
• Ensure supplier invoices are processed promptly.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly and chase invoices.
• Accurately record and bank all receipts.
• Conduct credit references for new customers.
• Produce and send client statements each month.
• Maintain filing systems for records.
• Support the dealer accountant with monthly accounts.

Skills

Accounting Software

Time Management

Accounts Administration

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Reconciliation

Administrative Skill

Leadership skills

Communication

Analysis Skills

Relationship Management

Team Player Spirit

Budgeting Skills

Accounts Payable

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Assistant Car Dealership

Location : Letchworth

Salary : Up to 28000 (depending on experience) excellent benefits & study support

A well-established and fast-paced car dealership representing a global automotive brand is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant with strong purchase ledger experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation working as part of a close-knit accounts team alongside the on-site Accountant and Accounts Assistant.

Main Purpose of Role

You will focus primarily on Purchase Ledger duties matching batching and coding invoices while also supporting wider accounts functions. This includes banking allocation of receipts reconciliations and ensuring payments are processed in line with company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts paperwork daily and distribute for manager authorisation.
• Ensure supplier invoices are processed promptly and in line with company procedures.
• Reconcile supplier statements monthly chase outstanding invoices and process payments to agreed terms.
• Accurately record process and bank all receipts.
• Conduct credit references for new customers in line with company policy.
• Produce and send client statements within 24 hours each month.
• Maintain filing systems for easy access to records.
• Support the dealer accountant with any issues that may affect monthly accounts production.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to 28000 (DOE)
• Full study support (ACCA CIMA AAT) including tuition fees exam fees & study leave
• 32 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays) increasing with service
• Birthday off option to buy additional annual leave
• Family‑friendly benefits : enhanced maternity paternity & adoption packages
• Life Assurance from day one
• Preferential staff discounts on vehicles & maintenance
• Long service recognition (every 5 years)
• Free eye tests & Employee Assistance Programme
• Tech purchase scheme & Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a staff benefits portal with hundreds of retail & hospitality discounts

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant with purchase ledger expertise and looking for a supportive employer that invests in your career wed love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Command Recruitment for further information.

Key Skills

• Accounting Software
• Time Management
• Accounts Administration
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounts Reconciliation
• Administrative Skill
• Leadership skills
• Accounting & Finance>
• Accounts Management
• Communication
• Analysis Skills
• Relationship Management
• Team Player Spirit
• Budgeting Skills
• Accounts Payable

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1