Accounts Assistant

Lithia UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive parts retailer as an Accounts Assistant, where you will play a vital role in the Finance team. The position offers a dynamic work environment with full training provided, making it ideal for those looking to start their career in finance. You will assist in daily operations, ensuring accuracy in financial documents, and provide exceptional customer service. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation and personal growth, all while enjoying excellent company benefits and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Pension

Critical Illness Pay

Life Assurance

33 Days Holiday

Exclusive Company Discounts

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and numeracy skills are essential.
• Full training will be provided; no prior accounting experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing purchase ledger documents and credit control.
• Review and analyze supplier statements for accuracy.
• Provide excellent customer service to sites, suppliers, and customers.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Numeracy Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Literacy

Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of ERP Systems

Job description

Salary: Up to £25,480 with excellent company benefits

Accounts Assistant

Location: Quickco Head Office - Manchester Trafford Park

Salary: Up to £25,480, including pension, critical illness pay, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), and exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals, and aftersales services.

Are you ready to drive beyond the possible? Join an industry game-changer with inspirational people and the opportunity to thrive in your career.

As one of the UK's leading automotive parts retailers, we are dedicated to providing an incredible customer experience. We seek someone to make an impact and bring our vision to life.

Our head office supports a network of warehouses nationwide. We continually improve our service and adopt the latest technologies, seeking motivated individuals for limitless careers with us.

Our Associates distinguish us from the competition—people who make a difference to our environment, customers, and their experience. As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be an integral part of the Finance team, assisting with Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Credit Control, and cashiering duties.

Your Journey as an Accounts Assistant:

1. Assist the day-to-day operations of the Accounts department, including processing purchase ledger documents, credit control, and daily banking.
2. Review and analyze supplier statements to ensure accuracy and completeness, taking corrective actions as needed.
3. Raise queries with suppliers and customers to resolve aged invoices.
4. Support general admin tasks and assist the wider business as required.
5. Provide excellent customer service to sites, suppliers, and customers by responding to calls and emails efficiently.

Are You Ready to Embrace the Challenge?

We are looking for someone with:

• Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail, and numeracy skills.
• The motivation and ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills, computer literacy, experience with Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of ERP systems (desirable).
• No prior accounting experience needed—full training will be provided.

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people. As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we're passionate about transforming personal transportation and setting new standards for customer experience. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—drive everything we do. Join us to be part of a team that embraces innovation, personal growth, and celebrates success.

Diversity is Our Strength: Lithia UK values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you have the motivation, skills, and potential we seek, get in touch. We are an equal opportunities employer.