Trainee Accounts Assistant
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Motherwell, North Lanarkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Arnold Clark Automobiles ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 23824 |
Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Accounts Assistant to be based at our Motorstore in Motherwell.
We offer:
33 days’ annual leave
Generous employee discounts
Private healthcare
Workplace pension
Opportunities for training and career development
…and much more
Hours
Full time: Monday – Friday 8.30am - 5pm
About the role
Interested in a career in accountancy? As a Trainee Accounts Assistant for Arnold Clark, you will be provided with training and support from all members of the accounts and administration teams, ultimately reporting to the Branch Accountant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn while working in a dynamic and varied accounts environment for Europe’s largest car retailer.
Day-to-day duties
Daily cash handling, posting and allocating all cash receipts from our vehicle sales and aftersales departments.
Daily posting and allocation of bank transactions and bank statement reconciliation.
Daily registering and allocation of purchase invoices and liaising with department management for invoice authorisation when necessary.
Monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
Daily credit control of both vehicle and Aftersales department debts.
Attending monthly credit control meetings with department management.
Essential skills
Confidence and willingness to learn.
Highly motivated to succeed in your chosen profession.
High levels of organisation and accuracy.
Good communication skills.
Polite telephone manner.
Ability to both work in a team and independently.
Ability to multi-task and manage your own workload to meet daily demands.
Nice to have (but not essential)
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, but training will be given to the right candidate.
Our Culture
Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.
To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.
Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.
We offer:
33 days’ annual leave
Generous employee discounts
Private healthcare
Workplace pension
Opportunities for training and career development
…and much more
Hours
Full time: Monday – Friday 8.30am - 5pm
About the role
Interested in a career in accountancy? As a Trainee Accounts Assistant for Arnold Clark, you will be provided with training and support from all members of the accounts and administration teams, ultimately reporting to the Branch Accountant.
This is a fantastic opportunity to learn while working in a dynamic and varied accounts environment for Europe’s largest car retailer.
Day-to-day duties
Daily cash handling, posting and allocating all cash receipts from our vehicle sales and aftersales departments.
Daily posting and allocation of bank transactions and bank statement reconciliation.
Daily registering and allocation of purchase invoices and liaising with department management for invoice authorisation when necessary.
Monthly supplier statement reconciliations.
Daily credit control of both vehicle and Aftersales department debts.
Attending monthly credit control meetings with department management.
Essential skills
Confidence and willingness to learn.
Highly motivated to succeed in your chosen profession.
High levels of organisation and accuracy.
Good communication skills.
Polite telephone manner.
Ability to both work in a team and independently.
Ability to multi-task and manage your own workload to meet daily demands.
Nice to have (but not essential)
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, but training will be given to the right candidate.
Our Culture
Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.
To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.
Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.
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