Trainee Accountant Scheme 2025
Lithia UK Head Office - Hybrid working with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week
Salary of £25,479.83 with pension, critical illness pay, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), exclusive company discounts on used car purchases, leasing deals, and aftersales services.
Are you a school or college leaver with a passion for numbers and an interest in building a successful career in finance? Our Trainee Accountant Scheme offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive professional training, and work towards becoming a fully qualified accountant.
In this role, you will be trained from the basics up to being ready for the role of Management Accountant. Our practical training includes rotations across all our teams, where you will work in 6-month periods covering areas such as Invoice Processing, Accounts Payable Queries, Banking, Credit Management, Reporting, and Assistant Accountant Reporting. We will support you in obtaining professional qualifications, including AAT, CIMA, or ACCA.
Based in our Finance Shared Service Centre, you'll be part of a dynamic team supporting our nationwide network of retailers. With over 200 team members and a focus on growth and development, we offer limitless career opportunities.
As a leading name in automotive retail, we're committed to providing an exceptional experience for our customers online and in dealerships. We're looking for someone to make an impact and drive our growth forward.
Why choose Lithia UK?
* Receive training from leading external providers supporting your development
* Dedicated study time of 15% for focused learning
* Full coverage of training materials and fees, funded by Lithia UK
* Structured career pathways into the role of Assistant Accountant
* Guidance from senior team members to support your journey
* Join a leading automotive retailer with unparalleled industry opportunities
Candidate requirements:
* On track to secure A-levels in summer 2025 or have secured them in 2023/2024
* Hold 6 GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including Maths and English, with predicted passes in at least 2 A-levels or equivalent
* Passionate about a career in Accounts; no prior experience required
* Drive and enthusiasm to succeed
Life at Lithia UK:
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Extra day off on your birthday
* Supportive Family Leave Policies
* Paid day to volunteer
* Long service milestone celebrations
* Tailored training and career growth
* Cycle to work scheme
* High street discounts
* Internal referral rewards
Our growth is powered by our people. As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we're transforming personal transportation and setting new standards for customer experience. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—drive us. Join us to be part of a team embracing innovation, personal growth, and success. If you're ready to make an impact, we'd love to have you with us.
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