Automotive Senior Accounts Assistant

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Automotive Senior Accounts Assistant

Location: Exeter (Devon)Salary: 30,000 to 33,000 per annum subject to experienceHours: Full Time, Monday-Friday

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to join our client’s Car Dealership.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking to join a busy and established automotive business, with responsibility for supporting the day-to-day finance function and ensuring the smooth and accurate processing of financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Managing purchase and sales ledgers.
  • Bank reconciliations and daily banking.
  • Processing payments and monitoring outstanding balances.
  • Assisting with month-end accounts and reporting.
  • Reconciling supplier and customer accounts.
  • Dealing with supplier and customer queries.
  • Monitoring aged debt and assisting with credit control.
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
  • Assisting with VAT returns and other financial compliance requirements.
  • Supporting the Finance Manager and wider accounts team.
  • Identifying and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensuring all accounting procedures and company processes are followed.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an experienced Automotive Accounts Assistant who is confident working in a fast-paced environment and has excellent attention to detail.

You will ideally have:

  • Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant role.
  • Experience working within the Automotive sector is essential.
  • Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledgers.
  • Experience with reconciliations and month-end processes.
  • Good IT skills, particularly Kerridge, Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • The ability to work independently and use your own initiative.
  • Good communication skills and a professional approach.
  • The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary.
  • Monday-Friday working hours.
  • Opportunity to join an established automotive business.
  • Supportive working environment.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Excellent opportunity for an experienced automotive accounts professional to progress their career.

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Posted: August 27th, 2026