Accounts Assistant / Sales Administrator

Location: Taunton, Somerset
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £30000 per annum (DOE)

Accounts Assistant / Sales Administrator – Motor Trade

Our client is a well-established specialist used car dealership based in Taunton, Somerset, with an excellent reputation for quality vehicles and outstanding customer service.

They are currently looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant / Sales Administrator to join their busy team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in accounts who may have experience in sales administration but willing to learn, ideally within the motor industry. Knowledge of Sage Accounting or equivalent is essential.

The Role

This is a varied position where you will support both the accounts and sales departments, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the business.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices using Sage Accounting.

• Bank reconciliations and cash posting.

• Assisting with month-end accounts procedures.

• Maintaining accurate financial records.

• Preparing vehicle invoices and sales documentation.

• Processing vehicle licensing and administration.

• Liaising with finance companies, suppliers and customers.

• Updating vehicle stock records and maintaining accurate paperwork.

• Providing administrative support to the sales team.

• General office and administrative duties as required.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator or similar.

• Good working knowledge of Sage Accounting or similar.

• Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Previous motor trade or automotive experience is highly desirable but not essential.

• Experience within vehicle sales administration would be an advantage.

• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a small, friendly team.

• Within short commuting distance of our dealership in East Taunton

What's in it for You?

• Competitive salary of circa £30000 depending on experience.

• Full-time, permanent position.

• Monday to Friday working (no weekends).

• Friendly and supportive working environment.

• Stable business with an excellent reputation.

• Opportunity to play an important role within a successful independent dealership.

Apply Now

If you have experience in Accounts, Sage Accounting and Sales Administration, and you're looking for a varied role within a successful motor trade business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV for a confidential discussion.

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If you are looking to further your career and are interested in joining a highly successful local business then apply today.

How to apply

If you believe this role is right for you, please email your CV to ch@arc-uk.net or call Chris Highfield on 07730 433491 for further details.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.