Assistant Accountant - Aftersales

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Accountant for their Aftersales team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career progression within a supportive environment. You will manage financial health across various sites, assisting with balance sheet control, risk management, and ongoing cost reviews. With training provided through an in-house academy, this position is ideal for those eager to develop their accounting skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a passion for finance, this role could be your next big step!

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Employee discount for servicing

Purchase discount scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts position or related field.
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for Accounts-related queries.
• Assist in producing management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support daily tasks such as debt reviews and invoice payments.

Skills

Accounting Functions

Data Management

Administrative Skills

Time Management

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Accountant - Aftersales

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, pension scheme, wellbeing support, employee discount for servicing and popular retailers, as well as a purchase discount scheme

Who we are:

Marshall Motor Group is one of the UK’s largest car dealer groups representing 23 of the world’s most popular and celebrated car, van, truck, and motorbike manufacturers with 141 dealerships across 34 UK counties.

We are passionate about our people and our customers. As part of the Constellation Automotive Group, which includes webuyanycar, cinch, and BCA, there are vast opportunities for career growth and development.

The role:

This role offers an excellent opportunity for those currently in an Accounts position seeking career progression or those looking to start a career in Accounts. You will work closely with the Aftersales Accountant and the Franchise Financial Controller, being part of an experienced and supportive team. Your focus will be on managing the financial health of our TPS (Trade Parts Specialists) located across various sites, working on a hybrid basis with the possibility to work from any site. Travel to different sites will be required.

Additional responsibilities include assisting with balance sheet control, risk and audit management, inventory checks, managing working capital, and ongoing cost reviews. We provide training through our in-house Marshall Finance Academy, along with study support and ongoing on-site training and leadership development.

Who you are:

We are seeking candidates currently in an Accountancy, Data, or Administrative role, or individuals with demonstrable experience and understanding of accounting functions. You should be able to manage your workload independently, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines. Automotive experience is desirable but not essential.

What you’ll do:

Daily:

• Serve as the point of contact for TPS and Bodyshop Managers for Accounts-related queries.
• Support the Aftersales Accountant with daily tasks such as debt and WIP reviews, and invoice/expense payments.
• Complete all accounts office tasks accurately and promptly.

Weekly:

• Report and review bad debt provisions.
• Reconcile suspense account balances.

Monthly:

• Assist in producing management accounts.
• Calculate and post accruals and prepayments.
• Raise invoices for TPS sites.
• Submit cost submissions for TPS sites.
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare and review key controls.

If interested, apply online and a recruitment specialist will contact you. We are committed to equal opportunity employment, promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce.