About the role
We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join the Swansway Family. Reporting into the Dealership Accountant, you will assist with the purchase ledger, daily banking and reconciliation within the dealership, as well as support day‑to‑day banking administration such as paying invoices, raising cheques and scanning & filing. You will work closely with the sales and service teams to ensure timely production of sales‑related documentation.
Responsibilities
* Assist in the monthly production of accounts and month‑end reporting.
* Pay invoices and produce invoices.
* Maintain monthly ledgers.
* Perform daily reconciliation and banking.
* Resolve any supplier queries and set‑ups.
* Support month and year‑end processes.
* Input payroll submissions.
* General office duties.
Qualifications
* Previous experience in an accounts/finance environment (at least 12 months) within a car dealership (desirable).
* Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Experience with daily banking and using Kerridge and CDK (rev 8) accounting software preferred.
* Self‑starter with the ability to work with little supervision.
Company background
Founded in 2003 by Michael Smyth and his three sons, David, Peter and John, Swansway has grown from five motor dealerships in Cheshire and the West Midlands to 20 dealerships today. From Birmingham in the south to Carlisle in the north, we partner with eleven brands including Audi, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Honda and many more. We operate four Volkswagen Group Trade Parts Centres, an Accident Repair Centre, a Group Fleet Sales Centre and an eBay shop recycling obsolete parts, all supported by our Head Office in Crewe.
Benefits
* Free on‑site parking.
* Holidays that increase with length of service.
* Your birthday off.
* Company pension scheme.
* Life assurance – death in service benefit.
* Long‑service recognition.
* Annual flu jab.
* Discounts on products and services for you, your family and friends.
* Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
* Employee recruitment referral payments.
* Employee assistance programme and counselling service.
* Occupational health services.
* Car benefit scheme for employee or family.
Join the Swansway Family
When you join Swansway, youre joining a family. If you enjoy and thrive in an inclusive family atmosphere, apply now!
Job details
* Location: Hatfields, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Employment type: Contract
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Accounting
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