Accounts Assistant - JCB Volkswagen Ashford, Kent

The JCB Group; Ashford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Car purchase option

Job summary

The JCB Group in Ashford, England, is seeking an accounts assistant to support daily accounting tasks in a busy department. You should have strong Excel, Word and Outlook skills, and experience reconciling purchase ledgers.

The role involves banking, bank reconciliation, credit control and purchase ledger administration. We are a family-run business with 25 locations and ~600 employees, offering progression opportunities, a competitive holiday allowance, a pension scheme, and car purchase

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook and ability to reconcile purchase ledgers.
• Experience in banking, bank reconciliation, credit control and purchase ledger administration.
• Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day accounts functions including banking and reconciliations.
• Support credit control and purchase ledger processing.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure accounting procedures are followed.

Skills

Accountancy

Numeracy

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Purchase ledger software

Job description

Type: Full-timeLength: PermanentSalary: Competitive SalaryAbout UsThe JCB Group is a family-run business going through an exceptional period of growth and this is set to continue. We have 25 locations across Kent, Sussex and Essex and around 600 employees covering numerous internationally recognised brands eg Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, SEAT, SKODA, CUPRA, Kia, Renault, Dacia, Alpine, Mazda and TPS.DescriptionThis role is ideally suited to someone from an accountancy background, who is highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and good time-management skills.Do you have knowledge of Excel, Word and Outlook? Are you an expert in Excel? Do you have experience with reconciling purchase ledger accounts to statements? Then this is a great opportunity for you to work for an extremely successful and reputable company that values their staff.Core responsibilities will include assisting with day-to-day functioning of a busy accounts department including banking, bank reconciliation, credit control, and purchase ledger administration.We are looking for a highly motivated and organised accounts assistant with previous experience in a similar role. The ideal candidate will understand accounting principles and procedures with a high level of numeracy and be able to work independently and as part of a team. Previous experience and a good working knowledge of all accounting routines are preferred.Working Hours:40 Hours per weekMonday - Friday 09:00 - 17:30 with a 30 minute unpaid lunch breakBenefitsYou will be part of a varied and progressive dealer group with opportunities for progression and development.We offer a competitive holiday allowance, pension scheme, as well as the option to purchase new and used cars for yourself and your family at really competitive prices.If you feel this role is for you and would like the opportunity to work for a fantastic company who has its people and customers' very best interests at heart then apply online today.**Please note only applicants successfully shortlisted for interview will be contacted**