Accounts Assistant

Greenhouse Group; Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer group in the UK is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to support the busy Accounts team. Responsibilities include processing supplier invoices, reconciling statements, and handling account queries. The ideal candidate should have excellent numeracy and Microsoft Office skills, and experience in a similar role in the automotive industry is desirable. The position offers competitive benefits, including a generous holiday package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

30 Days Holiday Including 8 Bank Holidays

Company Sick Pay

Pension Contribution

Career Development Opportunities

Employee Discounts

Qualified Mental Health First Aiders

Free Will Writing Service

Free Mortgage Advice Service

Free Eye Tests

Free Flu jabs

On-Site Parking

Cycle To Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in the motor trade, automotive, or car dealership is desirable.
• Confidence in managing queries face-to-face, via telephone, and email.
• Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices accurately.
• Reconcile statements and handle account queries.
• Support the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger.

Skills

Excellent numeracy skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Ability to work under pressure

Confidence to handle queries

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Education

Previous experience in a similar role

Tools

Kerridge

Keyloop system

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Greenhous is looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our busy Accounts team in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-focused finance professional to play a key role within a fast-paced and growing fleet operation.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for the accurate processing of supplier invoices, reconciling statements, handling account queries, and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the purchase ledger. You'll work closely with internal departments and external suppliers to ensure financial accuracy and timely payments.

Other duties may be required of the post holder in addition to those listed above and below to ensure that the requirements of the business are met at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Chasing vehicle debtors.
• Using email, telephone and sending copies of documentation.
• Using Kerridge to extract and import information needed in the nominal ledger, sales ledger, purchase ledger and vehicle stock books.
• Using the fleet database for exporting information.
• Extract information and convert documents into Excel spreadsheets.
• Posting cash payment as required during normal day-to-day duties.
• Profitability reporting for the corporate debtors, adding bonuses and costs.
• Holiday cover for purchase ledger.

Ideally, we are looking for:

• Excellent numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word and Outlook).
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain accuracy.
• Confidence to handle queries face to face, over the telephone and via email.
• Capable of prioritising workload.
• Motor trade, automotive or car dealership experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of Keyloop system would be advantageous.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Previous experience in a similar role is essential.

In return we'll offer:

• 30 Days Holiday Including 8 Bank Holidays
• Company Sick Pay That Increases With Length Of Service
• Pension With Greenhous Contribution
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts On A Range Of Products And Services Including Holidays, Days Out And Supermarket Shops
• Qualified Mental Health First Aiders
• Free Will Writing Service
• Free Mortgage Advice Service
• Free Eye Tests For VDU Users
• Free Flu jabs if you are ineligible through the NHS
• On-Site Parking (Site Specific)
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• EAP - Employee Assistance Program

Who we are:

Greenhous is firmly established as one of the largest dealer groups in the UK and has over 100 years' experience in the franchised dealer world. We are a leader in the supply of dealer services for some of the world's leading manufacturers. Our network of Car and Commercial dealerships now stretches across Shropshire, Staffordshire and the West Midlands and includes a number of different franchises including Vauxhall, Nissan and DAF.