Accounts Assistant

Lloyd Motor Group; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-run car retailer group in Carlisle is looking for an Accounts Assistant to ensure the smooth operation of the accounts department. The role involves daily transactional accounting tasks, credit control, and ledger maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess strong general accounts experience and excellent organizational skills. The company offers a supportive culture, training opportunities, and various employee benefits including annual leave and a cycle to work scheme.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Free flu jabs

Life Cover

Internal and manufacturer training

Qualifications

• Experience of working in the motor industry and knowledge of Kerridge desirable, but full training will be given.
• General office / administration experience is a plus.
• Attention to detail is critical in this role.

Responsibilities

• Check and re‑allocate nominal postings.
• Code Purchase Invoices.
• Manage Credit Control.
• Complete and check mileage logs.
• Maintain Sales and Purchase Ledgers.

Skills

General accounts experience (including Credit Control)

Excellent communication and organisational skills

IT Literate

Effective time management

Education

AAT qualification desirable but not essential

Tools

Kerridge

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join Lloyd Kia based in Carlisle.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the accounts department. Working closely with the dealership’s Assistant Accountant and Retailer Accountant, you’ll be responsible for day‑to‑day transactional accounting tasks, supporting accurate financial reporting, and contributing to the success of the business.

Salary: Competitive
Hours: 40 hours per week

Role responsibilities

• Checking and re‑allocating nominal postings
• Coding of Purchase Invoices
• Credit Control
• Completing and checking of mileage logs
• Ledger Maintenance – ensuring Sales and Purchase Ledgers are tidy
• Initiating Monthly Run and paying Inter Company Accounts
• Checking and allocating Manufacturer commission
• Stock counts
• Responsible for Petty Cash
• Daily Banking

Qualifications

• General accounts experience (including Credit Control)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• IT Literate
• General office / administration experience
• Effective time management and attention to detail
• AAT qualification desirable but not essential
• Experience of working in the motor industry and knowledge of Kerridge desirable, but full training will be given

Company Benefits

• 33 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Free flu jabs.
• Life Cover.
• Internal and manufacturer training.

About Lloyd Motor Group

Founded in 1976, Lloyd Motor Group is one of the UK’s largest family‑run car retailer groups, with 40 retailers across Northern England and Southern Scotland. Representing prestigious brands like BMW, MINI, Land Rover, BYD, Volvo, Kia, Volkswagen, Skoda, INEOS, Honda motorcycles and BMW Motorrad, we have built our reputation on exceptional customer service delivered with a professional yet personal touch.

Join our passionate team and you’ll find a supportive culture that values your contribution, invests in your development, and empowers you to grow while making a real difference in a company where people are our greatest asset.