Accounts & Finance Assistant - Automotive Dealership

Toyota Cheltenham; Swindon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known automotive dealership in Swindon is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role involves daily banking, managing sales and purchase ledgers, and supporting the Accountant in month-end closure. The ideal candidate will have excellent numeracy skills, a minimum of one year’s experience, and a good grasp of Microsoft Office. The position offers competitive holiday, pension schemes, and various employee benefits, making it a great opportunity for those looking to develop their accounting skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Company Pension

Wellness Programme

Sick Pay

Group life insurance

Staff discount on car servicing

In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year’s experience in a similar role.
• Previous use of ADP would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given.
• Motor trade, automotive or car dealership experience is preferred but not essential as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Daily banking.
• Sales ledger, posting bank transactions, credit control.
• Purchase ledger, coding and inputting of invoices.
• Nominal ledger, posting journals.
• Assisting an Accountant to close the month.

Skills

Excellent numeracy skills

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Ability to work under pressure

Confidence to handle queries

Capable of prioritising workload

Job description

A well-known automotive dealership in Swindon is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role involves daily banking, managing sales and purchase ledgers, and supporting the Accountant in month-end closure. The ideal candidate will have excellent numeracy skills, a minimum of one year’s experience, and a good grasp of Microsoft Office. The position offers competitive holiday, pension schemes, and various employee benefits, making it a great opportunity for those looking to develop their accounting skills in a supportive environment.