Accounts Assistant - Record to Report

Lithia UK; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lithia UK is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our Finance Shared Service Centre. The role offers a salary of up to £26,479, with hybrid working options and extensive company benefits, including a strong focus on personal growth and customer experience. You will be responsible for managing Purchase and Sales Ledger operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting while providing excellent service to dealerships.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Extra day off on your birthday

Paid day to volunteer

Tailored training and career growth opportunities

High street discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts department with understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles.
• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
• Motivated to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations of the Accounts department.
• Review and analyze bonus and warranty ledgers for accuracy.
• Conduct write-offs following policy.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Experience in an accounts department

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Salary: Up to £26,479 with excellent company benefits

Accounts Assistant - Record to Report

Location: Lithia UK Head Office - Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week

Salary: up to £26,479, pension, life assurance, 31 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals, and aftersales services

Are you passionate about finance? Join us as an Accounts Assistant!

Due to our ongoing growth, we are seeking talented individuals to join our processing teams in this exciting role. Based in our Finance Shared Service Centre, you'll support our nationwide network of retailers. With over 140 team members, we focus on growth and development, offering limitless career opportunities.

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll handle Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Credit Control, and cashiering duties. You will work physically from Head Office three days a week, with two days flexible for remote work.

We are a leading automotive retailer committed to providing excellent customer experiences online and in dealerships. We seek someone to make a significant impact and help us grow and realize our vision.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations of the Accounts department, processing bonus and warranty documents against ledger balances
• Review and analyze bonus and warranty ledgers for accuracy and completeness, taking corrective actions as needed
• Raise queries with manufacturers to resolve aged debt items
• Conduct write-offs following policy, after investigation with dealership and regional teams
• Reconcile bonus nominal ledger accounts and investigate discrepancies
• Provide excellent customer service to dealerships and manufacturers by responding promptly to calls and emails

Candidate Requirements

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

What We Offer

• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Extra day off on your birthday
• Family Leave Policies for support when it matters most
• Paid day to volunteer
• Recognition for long service milestones
• Tailored training and career growth opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
• High street discounts
• Internal referral rewards

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people. We are passionate about transforming transportation and setting new standards for customer experience. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—drive everything we do. Join us to be part of a team that embraces innovation, personal growth, and success. Make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change. We look forward to welcoming you!