Accounts Assistant

Lookers Motor Group Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lookers Motor Group Limited is seeking a dedicated Accounts Assistant for their Newcastle dealership. This full-time role entails managing daily financial operations and requires strong organisational skills. Join a supportive team recognized for accuracy and collaboration, with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays that increase with service

Critical illness cover after 2 years

Life Assurance

Smart Health - free access to support 24/7

Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Qualifications

• Keen eye for accuracy.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Handling daily banking and processing payments.
• Logging and processing supplier invoices.
• Preparing BACS transfer requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Location: Newcastle Skoda & Kia Dealership

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £23,100 – £26,250 per annum (depending on experience)

Are you highly organised with a sharp eye for detail? Do you enjoy working with numbers and thrive in a fast-paced environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join our friendly and experienced Accounts team at our multi-brand dealership in Newcastle supporting our Skoda and Kia franchises. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established team within a reputable motor trade group.

Responsibilities

• Handling daily banking and processing incoming payments across all departments
• Logging and processing supplier invoices via the purchase ledger
• Preparing and submitting BACS transfer requests
• Processing manufacturer warranty payments

Essential Skills / Experience:

• A keen eye for accuracy and a passion for getting the details right
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Confidence in working independently while also being a team player
• Great communication skills, both written and verbal
• A high level of discretion when handling sensitive financial information
• Flexibility to support the wider team during busy periods or holiday cover

Why Join Us?

At Newcastle Skoda Kia, we believe in supporting our people and providing a positive, inclusive workplace. You’ll be part of a team that values accuracy, collaboration, and personal development. Whether you're looking to grow your accounting career or bring your experience to a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Lookers are proud to be one of the top motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package, including:

• Enhanced holidays that increase with service
• Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
• Smart Health - free access to support 24/7
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave

We strongly believe in nurturing our people with manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development. We have a great team, and we celebrate success at all levels.

Lookers are an equal opportunities employer committed to a discrimination-free, inclusive environment that empowers our people to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.

If your skills and experience match what we’re looking for, please apply today. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch after reviewing your application.