Accounts Assistant

Lloyd Motors; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their dynamic accounts team. This role involves assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accurate accounting processes, and managing ledgers for a clean month-end close. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, strong analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. The company offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development, making this an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their accounting career.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Healthcare cash plan

Employee vehicle-discount schemes

High street discounts

Childcare vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Free flu jabs

Internal training

Manufacturer training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounting or finance roles.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and managing ledgers.
• Handle cash and bank reconciliations accurately.
• Support year-end audit and tax pack preparation.

Skills

Month-end processes

Balance sheet reconciliations

Accruals

Prepayments

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Thanks to exciting growth opportunities, Lloyd BMW & MINI North Tyneside are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join their accounts team.

Your role will involve assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts and supporting the smooth operation of the accounts functions daily. You will ensure accurate accounting processes are maintained and manage ledgers for a clean month-end close.

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Salary: up to £35,000

Main Responsibilities:

1. Ensure cash and bank reconciliations are completed accurately and financial records are maintained.
2. Review vehicle debtors to ensure a clean month-end cut-off.
3. Handle balance sheet reconciliations, including large manufacturer accounts.
4. Review ledgers and collaborate with colleagues to ensure completeness and accuracy.
5. Set up same-day and 3-day BACS bank payments for approval by the accountant.
6. Assist with the wider month-end process, culminating in the production of accurate and timely management accounts.
7. Manage accruals and prepayments for proper financial reporting.
8. Oversee fixed asset ledgers, including additions, disposals, and depreciation.
9. Assist with stock reconciliations (including physical stocktaking) and vehicle funding.
10. Provide support, leadership, and guidance to Accounts Assistants and Vehicle Administration staff.
11. Approve supplier invoices/statements and perform purchase ledger reconciliations.
12. Assist with year-end audit and tax pack preparation.

The successful candidate will:

1. Have proven experience in a similar role or demonstrate relevant abilities.
2. Be proficient in month-end processes and balance sheet reconciliations.
3. Be familiar with accruals, prepayments, and managing fixed asset registers.
4. Possess attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
5. Have advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; competent in Word and Outlook.
6. Be a strong communicator with a positive attitude and a desire to achieve.

Experience in the motor industry and knowledge of CDK Kerridge is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.

Rewards and Benefits:

1. 30 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
2. Healthcare cash plan.
3. Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
4. High street discounts.
5. Childcare vouchers.
6. Cycle to work scheme.
7. Eyecare vouchers.
8. Free flu jabs.
9. Internal and manufacturer training.

About Lloyd Motor Group:

Lloyd Motor Group is recognized as one of the UK's leading independent automotive groups, representing prestigious brands including BMW, MINI, Land Rover, Volvo, Kia, and Volkswagen. Founded in 1976, it now employs over 1,200 staff across ten franchise brands and four in-house brands across northern England and southern Scotland.

To apply, please submit your CV in PDF format via the link below.