Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Saxtons has a fantastic opportunity available for an Accounts Assistant to join their team.

Our Accounts Assistants play a vital role in supporting the smooth financial operation of our dealership, ensuring accuracy and integrity in all aspects of the accounts function.

Joining us as means being part of a dedicated and friendly team that prides itself on professionalism, accuracy, and delivering results. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounts experience who is ready to take the next step in their career.

About the role

Supporting our Chief Financial Officer, you will contribute to the daily financial operations of the business and play a key role in preparing accounts up to trial balance.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Sales and Purchase Ledger maintenance
Cash posting and allocations
Reconciliation of control accounts
Supporting month-end processes
Producing accurate financial information to strict deadlines
Working closely with operational teams to ensure compliance and accuracy
This is a role for someone with an excellent eye for detail and strong computer skills, especially in Excel.

About You:

Knowledge of Kerridge/CDK/Keyloop Dealer Management System is highly desirable
Knowledge of Sage Accounting software
Experience in the Retail Motor Industry
A proven track record in accounts or finance
A good working knowledge of general accountancy procedures
Experience reconciling control accounts and preparing accounts to trial balance
Excellent Excel and IT skills
Qualified or working towards AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA
You will also bring key personal qualities such as honesty, integrity, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for producing high-quality, accurate work.

Why Saxtons?

At Saxtons, our values and the way we behave are important to us. We are committed to creating an equitable working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, supporting our colleagues to thrive and achieve their full potential.