Trainee Accounts Assistant

Job Description
Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing and reconciling daily cashbook / bank transactions.
• Preparing financial information and maintaining accurate accounting records.
• Reconciling credit card transactions, supplier statements, and ledger accounts.
• Processing purchase invoices.
• Assisting with fortnightly BACS payments, finance settlements and vehicle payments.
• Supporting the wider Finance team with administrative and accounting duties.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and maintaining a high level of accuracy in all work.

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• A methodical approach and ability to work with a high volume of information.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and eagerness to develop within a finance role.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Previous experience or qualifications in accounts, finance or administration would be advantageous but are not essential, as full training and support will be provided for trainee-level applicants.

Are you looking to start a career in finance, or do you already have some accounts experience and want to develop your skills within a successful automotive retail group? Dick Lovett is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team.

This is a great opportunity to build your finance career in a busy dealership environment. Supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function, you'll gain valuable experience across a range of accounting and administrative tasks, including cashbook management, invoice processing, reconciliations and payment support. Full training and development will be provided, with salary dependent on experience.