Accounts Assistant

Vertu Motors; Stafford; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team at a leading Motor Retailer in Stafford. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support the dealership's accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial procedures. You'll engage in diverse tasks, from managing daily banking to assisting with monthly accounts. With a commitment to personal development, the company provides ongoing training and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous holiday allowances and a pension scheme. If you're detail-oriented and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Access to Online Rewards Platform

Preferential Service Rates

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension Scheme

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts preferred; motor industry experience advantageous.
• Candidates working towards relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sales and purchase ledger tasks, including invoice checks.
• Support production of monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliation.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Excel Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Focus

Education

Relevant Accounting Qualifications

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vertu Accident Repair Centre - Based in Stafford

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our VARC Hub located at Ford Stafford. If you wish to be part of one of the UK's largest Motor Retailers, this could be an ideal opportunity for you.

We offer a salary of up to £25,000 depending on experience, along with a comprehensive range of company benefits.

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the smooth operation of the dealership's accounting and financial procedures. Key duties include:

1. Assisting with sales ledger and purchase ledger tasks such as checking invoices, filing invoices and statements, and handling purchase inquiries.
2. Supporting the production of monthly management accounts.
3. Reconciliation of balance sheets.
4. Managing daily banking, cash flow, and credit control.
5. Performing ad-hoc accounting duties as required.

We are looking for candidates with the following attributes:

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience in accounts is preferred but not essential; experience in the motor industry would be advantageous.
• If lacking experience, candidates working towards relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply.
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to work well within a team.

We are committed to investing in our colleagues' personal development. Successful applicants will have access to ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and benefits including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Access to our online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts.
• Preferential service rates.
• Colleague purchase scheme.
• Share incentive scheme.
• Pension scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

Apply today to be considered for this role! Successful candidates will undergo employment checks, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, and criminal record.