Accounts Assistant- York/Grimsby

D.M.Keith Ltd; York, Grimsby; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive business is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their team in York and Grimsby. The role requires accounts experience and offers world-class training, competitive benefits, and opportunities for progression. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in finance and a detail-oriented approach.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave

Preferential rates for servicing and repairs

£25 contribution to eye tests

Long service awards

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Accounts experience is essential; motor trade experience is beneficial.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Keeping financial records updated and accurate.
• Preparing reports and reconciling bank statements.
• Performing administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Initiative

Interest in Accounting

Job description

Flexible covering York and Grimsby, United Kingdom | Posted on 06/05/2025

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our accounts team covering Grimsby and York.

About the Business

Our business started over 60 years ago and has been in the same family ever since. From our humble beginnings, we have grown to be in the top 50 car dealers in the country. Across our 26 businesses, we have a stable workforce of over 600 people, many of whom have been with us for years. We are always on the lookout for genuine, caring people with a can-do attitude.

Our recruitment philosophy is to recruit for attitude and train for skills. While we often look for specific technical skills, if you enjoy working with customers and align with our Family Values of Fit, Fun, Family, and Fearless, you’ll fit in well here. We welcome applications even if you have no automotive industry experience.

We expect you to work hard, and in return, we offer an industry-leading package and opportunities for progression. We prefer to promote from within, which you will see across our sites. You should have an ambition to excel and a determination to succeed.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in accounting and finance, willingness to learn, and develop their skills. You will support the day-to-day operations of our accounts team, so attention to detail and initiative are essential. The role involves providing administrative support to our accounts department. Accounts experience is essential; motor trade experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities may include:

1. Keeping financial records updated and accurate.
2. Preparing reports and reconciling bank statements.
3. Performing administrative tasks.
4. Dealing with queries.
5. Supporting adhoc accounting tasks.

Supporting the accounts team to ensure efficient operations.

What We Offer

World-class training provided.

30 days of annual leave, inclusive of 8 bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

Preferential rates for servicing and repairs on your family and friends’ cars.

£25 contribution to eye tests.

Long service awards.

Cycle to work scheme.

Accounts experience is essential; motor trade experience is beneficial.

Hours: 40 hours a week.

The successful candidate will cover our York and Grimsby sites, offering flexibility on location.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disability, or other characteristics.