Accounts Assistant

Arnold Clark.; Stanley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group is looking for an organised and approachable Accounts Assistant to support their branch in Perth, Scotland. The role involves managing key accounts functions, such as cash and bank processing, and requires attention to detail and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an Accounts role and a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. The position offers full-time hours, generous leave, employee discounts, and a supportive company culture.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave

Flexible leave

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in an Accounts role.
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
• Polite telephone manner and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Processing daily accounts functions including cash, bank, purchase ledger, and sales ledger.
• Authorising bankline payments to customers and vehicle settlements.
• Attending monthly credit control meeting with department management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Communication skills

Numeracy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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