Assistant Accountant - Fixed Term Contract, Lookers Volume Divisional Finance Newcastle Renault Job ref. req6741 Market leading employee benefits Lookers Newcastle Renault are now on the lookout for an Accounts Assistant to join our Accounts and Admin team reporting to the Financial Controller. The role will require you to work to set procedures on daily, weekly and monthly cycles, working closely with the rest of the Accounts and Admin team and Line Managers as appropriate carrying out weekly and monthly reconciliations to produce relevant management reports in line with group and brand standards. This role is a Fixed Term Contract for 15 months working Monday to Friday from 8am until 4pm, or 9am until 5pm . Key Duties &

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Delivering excellent customer service and striving to push standards ever higher Cashiering responsibilities (banking, petty cash) Assist the management teams by resolving any accounting queries Report discrepancies to the relevant departmental manager Pass all authorised and coded invoices on a timely basis Produce and distribute follow up lists as necessary Liaise with managers on a regular basis, building strong relationships General administrative duties as and when required What we're looking for: Prior experience within a dealership or wider franchise is preferred The ideal candidate will have Kerridge Rev8 experience Strong Microsoft Excel skills & the ability to reconcile data in an efficient manner Conscientious & demonstrates a high attention to detail while maintaining accurate records Ability to work well under pressure, schedule work appropriately and show initiative to improve procedures where appropriate Organised; Can work successfully in pressurised situations & can handle conflicting demands. Can learn to work with new software quickly & efficiently & is enthusiastic, flexible & committed Strong attention to detail and reconciliation skills to meets deadlines without compromising the quality of work Exemplary communications skills and discreet with confidential and sensitive information Why us? Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries, enhanced holidays that increase with service, eligibility to join one of our car schemes, critical illness cover after 2 years, one year fully paid maternity leave for women and for some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus. As one of the UK's Top Employers we strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So? What are you waiting for? Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check. Please note: We will close vacancies once the required quality or number of applications has been received.