About us
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.
We believe our people are our greatest asset and are committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Salary & Working Hours
Salary: up to £26,250 per annum depending on experience
Working hours: Monday to Friday 09:00 to 17:30 (37.5 hours) with an hour lunch
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract – 3 month FTC
Role Overview
A great opportunity for someone with accounting experience to work as an Assistant Accountant, reporting to the Market Area Accountant. You will develop your skills with daily, weekly and monthly accounting procedures, working closely with the accounts and admin team, and will have access to in‑house training.
Responsibilities
- Cashiering responsibilities and daily bank statement postings & reconciliations.
- Review and reconcile debtors.
- Assist with various monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist the management teams by resolving any accounting queries.
- Report discrepancies to the relevant departmental manager.
- Liaise with managers on a regular basis, building strong relationships.
Qualifications & Skills
- Exposure to a finance‑oriented role, with strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Ability to reconcile data efficiently and maintain accurate records.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workloads, and show initiative in improving procedures.
- Strong communication skills and discretion when handling sensitive information.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression.
- Generous annual leave that increases with length of service.
- Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave.
- Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services for mental and physical wellbeing.
- Dental insurance.
- Optional critical illness cover.
Financial Wellbeing
- MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save and track your money.
- Free willwriting services to help plan for the future.
- Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance.
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Travel insurance.
- Home and technology vouchers.
- Beyond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts.
EEO Statement
Lookers is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.
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