Accounts Assistant - Record to Report

Pendragon Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in London is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Finance Shared Service Centre. This role includes handling Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, and Credit Control, with hybrid working flexibility. The ideal candidate will have experience in an accounts department, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. You will be part of a collaborative team focused on career development and providing excellent service to dealers.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

31 days holiday

Exclusive company discounts

Qualifications

• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in accounts department is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing bonus and warranty documents.
• Review and analyze ledger information for accuracy.
• Raise queries with manufacturers to resolve aged debts.
• Conduct write-offs following policy.
• Reconcile bonus nominal ledger accounts.

Skills

Experience in an accounts department

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Record to Report

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cda85a8ef7fc

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Posted: 12.08.2025

Job Description:

Pendragon Head Office - Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week

We offer a competitive salary, pension, critical illness pay, life assurance, 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), and exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals, and aftersales services.

Are you passionate about finance? Join us as an Accounts Assistant during a period of growth and expansion. This role is based in our Finance Shared Service Centre, supporting our nationwide network of retailers with over 140 team members committed to career development.

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll handle Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Credit Control, and cashiering duties. You will work three days a week at Head Office and have the flexibility to work from home for two days.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing bonus and warranty documents against ledger balances
• Review and analyze ledger information for accuracy, taking corrective actions as needed
• Raise queries with manufacturers to resolve aged debt items
• Conduct write-offs following policy after investigations
• Reconcile bonus nominal ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Provide excellent customer service to dealerships and manufacturers

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience in an accounts department with understanding of accounting principles
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of ERP systems is desirable

At Pendragon, we foster collaboration and empower our employees to grow. We welcome individuals with the attitude and drive to succeed and make an impact.