Accounts Assistant

Arnold Clark Automobiles Limited; Perth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an organized and approachable Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team in Perth. This full-time role involves supporting key accounts functions such as cash management, bank transactions, and ledger processing. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail and thrive in a collaborative environment. The company values diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture where unique perspectives are celebrated. If you're passionate about numbers and teamwork, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave

Flexible leave

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts role is essential.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Process daily accounts functions including cash and bank transactions.
• Attend monthly credit control meetings with department management.

Skills

Accounts experience

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Polite telephone manner

Numeracy and literacy

Team player

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We're looking for an organised and approachable Accounts Assistant to support our Perth Vauxhall/Fiat/Abarth/Jeep/Alfa branch.

We offer:

• 33 days' annual leave
• Flexible leave
• Generous employee discounts
• Private healthcare
• Workplace pension
• ...and much more

Hours

Full time: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm

About the role

As an Accounts Assistant at Arnold Clark, you will report to the Branch Accountant and be responsible for the daily processing of key accounts functions, such as cash, bank, purchase ledger and sales ledger.

The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and be a fantastic team player, with previous experience of working within an Accounts department.

Day-to-day duties

• Authorising bankline payments to customers
• Authorising vehicle settlements
• Sales and purchase ledger day-to-day accounting functions
• Processing internal payments across the Group
• Attending monthly credit control meeting with department management

Essential skills

• Previous experience of working in an Accounts role
• Great communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Polite telephone manner
• A proactive and process-driven approach
• Good levels of numeracy and literacy
• Team player who works well meeting daily demands

A strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel would be preferred, but training can be provided.

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do - diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.