Job Title: Accounts Assistant / Sales Administrator
Location: Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
Client: Perfect Placement
Salary: Up to £32,000 (DOE)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5:30pm
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 05d7408cfedc
Job Views: 72
Posted: 18.02.2025
Expiry Date: 04.04.2025
Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Accountant / Sales Administrator to join a reputable family-run car dealership in Kingston Upon Thames. This opportunity has arisen due to the opening of a new site, and it’s ideal for someone from the motor trade looking to take the next step in their accounting career.
This role involves supporting the Dealership Accountant and working closely with the operational teams across three dealership sites. You will play a key role in maintaining financial control and ensuring the accounting processes are running smoothly, contributing to the overall success of the dealership group.
Key Responsibilities as an Accounts Assistant / Sales Administrator:
1. Daily and weekly tasks:
o Liaising with local management and group-level finance teams to ensure consistent financial practices.
o Managing risk, working capital, and ensuring timely completion of all accounts tasks.
o Funding vehicles on the Used Vehicle Funding Portal and settling them upon sale.
o Vehicle Sales administration.
o Chasing aged debtors.
2. Monthly tasks:
o Completing bank reconciliations and manufacturer bonus debt reconciliations.
o Assisting with the production of management accounts.
o Posting accruals and prepayments.
o Managing demo write-downs and assisting with the sales and purchase ledger close.
o Reviewing and reporting on aged debtors.
o Assisting with composite submissions to the brand.
Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience working in a similar role within the motor industry is essential.
* Comfortable working independently and supervising a small team.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Knowledge of sales administration in the motor industry would be beneficial, as well as familiarity with systems like AFRL and Pinnacle, though this is not essential.
Additional Benefits:
* Colleague discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, and servicing.
* 20 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunities to earn additional holidays.
* Pension scheme.
If you're ready to step up to the next level and join a growing dealership group, this could be the perfect role for you!
To apply or learn more about this role, please contact Sam Enderby at Perfect Placement – the UK’s leading automotive recruitment consultancy.
Our team of Automotive Recruitment Consultants all share a passion for finding our jobseekers the best jobs in the Automotive Industry. So if you are looking to improve your career and want to hear about more Motor Trade Jobs in your local area, please get in touch with us today.
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