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Salary: £25,000 per annum, pro rata
Hours: 25 hours per week
Location: Head Office, Norton Way North, Letchworth, Herts. SG6 1BL
A bit about us:
Established in 1989, Norton Way Group has evolved into a powerhouse in the automotive industry, with a rich history of growth,
development, and a commitment to excellence. We have been a leading automotive group in Letchworth for the past 35 years.
Over the past three decades, we've cultivated a culture of innovation, service, and dedication to our customers.
Norton Way Group has expanded its footprint, now spanning 10 sites across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and West London. As a
multi-franchise business, we represent a diverse range of leading automotive brands.
Our success is a testament to the efforts of our dedicated team, now numbering over 400 staff. Together, we drive success,
celebrate achievements, and foster a dynamic work environment where every team member plays a crucial role.
What you’ll be doing:
* Ensure your ledger is promptly and accurately maintained, posting cash receipts, and banking sheets and reviewing debtor
ledgers on a timely basis. Ensure all internal postings across all sales ledgers are completed promptly and all receipts
allocated. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly financial reports including Outstanding Item reports K81 and consolidated Group
Debtor reports. Ensuring payments on account are reviewed and cleared on time, investigating all discrepancies. Generating and
issuing invoices and statements
* Monitor and maintain customer credit limits. Ensure cash and vehicle account debt is cleared within 3 days. Alert line
managers of any customer account within your ledger which is out with their agreed credit terms, overdue or in query
* Working closely with sales/service/parts/admin teams about outstanding payments and investigating all discrepancies. Collate
orders, delivery notes, parts receipted reports and invoices ensuring each invoice is authorised by the correct person.
* Responsibility for Accounts Receivable month-end tasks to ensure ledgers close according to company deadlines.
* Process the daily banking and accurately code and post income to the accounting system.
* Participate in monthly vehicle stock checks and stock reconciliation in line with company policy
* To assist other members of the Department with other accounting functions where necessary. Undertake ad hoc duties as may be
required including cashbook reconciliation and accounts payable postings
What we need from you:
* Minimum of 2 years previous experience working in an Accounts Department, with a strong understanding of Excel, and MS Office
packages
* Experience from within the Motor Trade, with knowledge of Keyloop Drive or the previous Kerridge version, would be an advantage
* Impeccable attention to detail, with strong organisation and communication skills
* Excellent time management, with the ability to work to tight deadlines
Our commitment to excellence has been recognised by prestigious accolades, including the Great Place to Work awards consecutively;
in 2022 and 2023.
In January 2023, we were awarded Best Place to Work for Well-being, a testament to our dedication to fostering a healthy and
supportive environment.
Furthermore, our achievements include being Highly Commended title at the AM Awards for Leadership and Diversity in May 2023.
Join us on a journey where success is not only celebrated but built upon a foundation of inclusivity, well-being, and exceptional
leadership.