Assistant Accountant
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Position Overview & Specifications
Lloyd Motors Ltd are recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to be a part of the existing team based in Lloyd KIA, Carlisle.
This role is to support the Accountant in all aspects of accounts production and monthly reconciliations. You will assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, reconcile various balance sheets and help to manage the day to day running of the accounts department.
Key areas of the role will likely include, but are not limited to:-
- Responsibility for ensuring debt collection processes are implemented and actioned
- Responsibility for daily bank and card reconciliations
- Review and posting of manufacturer and 3rd party bonuses and rebates
- First stage set-up of supplier and customer bank payments
- Shared responsibility for the management of accounts staff within the wider department
- Support with inter-company monthly ledger reconciliations / payments
- Assistance with periodic vehicle stock counts and reconciliation of the same
- Assisting the Accountant in retaining strong month end cut-offs and adherence to controls
We are looking for a skilled Assistant Accountant, experience of working in the motor industry and knowledge of Kerridge would be desirable, but not essential, as full training will be given.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and energetic, with a positive “can-do” attitude and strong work ethic.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Between £25,000 - £28,000 Per Annum
About Us:
Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group has supported drivers and their families for nearly half a century. As a trusted partner to BMW, MINI, Jaguar, Land Rover, Kia, Volvo, INEOS, BMW Motorrad and Honda Motorcycles, we have built lasting relationships with the world's leading automotive brands. Equipped with a wealth of knowledge and expertise, our team of dedicated industry professionals are market leaders in supporting customers with their vehicle needs. We provide premium automotive experiences from thirty-three state-of-the-art retail and service centres across Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, the North East and the Scottish orders. The company is family-owned and now employs over 1,100 people, all dedicated to providing exceptional service standards and attention to detail on which we have built our reputation.
Reward and Benefits:
As well as a competitive salary, we offer the following benefits:
- £1000 welcome bonus (Terms & Conditions apply)
- 30 days holiday a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
- Pension scheme with life cover (including independent financial advice).
- Healthcare cash plan.
- Employee vehicle-discount schemes.
- Refer a friend or customer schemes.
- High-street discounts and cashback.
- Health and Wellbeing employee assistance programme.
- Cycle to work scheme.
To apply for this position, please submit your CV.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Dealers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Assistant Accountant roles across Lloyd Motor Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Dealers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £28,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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