Accounts Assistant
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £17,134 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Oxford, Home Counties, OX4 4LG |
| Company: | Perfect Placement UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59261141 |
Summary
Part-Time Accounts Assistant - Oxford - Join a Leading Motor Retail Group
Our Client, a reputable family-run motor retail group and multiple AM Award "Dealer Group of the Year" winner, is seeking a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team at their recently renovated franchise-approved dealership in the Swindon region. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking to work in a supportive environment with long-term career development prospects.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate up to £13.18, depending on experience
- 31 days annual holiday entitlement (including bank holidays), increasing with service
- In-house training and ongoing professional development
- Contributory workplace pension scheme
- Employee support programmes via benefits platform
- Discounted vehicle parts, servicing, and labour costs
- Stable, long-term career progression within a well-established, award-winning motor retail group
- Flexible 5-day week (25 hours), with flexible rota timing, ideally 9:30am to 2:30pm
Duties:
- Reconcile and post daily banking transactions
- Scan and post purchase ledger invoices into the accounting system
- Ensure unallocated payments on purchase ledger are cleared promptly
- Post petty cash expenses and perform reconciliations
- Reconcile supplier statements and verify purchase invoices, including sublet invoices when necessary
- Carry out credit control procedures to ensure timely payments
- Post daily bank statements and complete bank reconciliations
- Manage monthly BACS runs
- Conduct sales and purchase ledger reconciliations
- Assist with month-end closing and other financial tasks as requested by the Dealership Accountant
- Support ad hoc projects to improve financial systems and processes
- Liaise with other departments to enhance interdepartmental communication
Requirements:
- Recent or current experience in an accounts or finance role, ideally within the motor trade or a similar industry
- Proficient with IT, particularly Excel; experience with SAGE accounting software is advantageous but not essential
- Methodical, organised, and detail-oriented approach to work
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines
- Living within a reasonable commuting distance to Oxford is preferred
- UK driving licence with minimal points; occasional travel between sites may be required
This Part-Time Accounts Assistant role presents a rewarding opportunity with a well-respected dealership and a forward-thinking motor retail group. Our Client offers a supportive working environment, comprehensive training, and excellent long-term career development prospects.
If you have the relevant experience and are seeking a flexible, long-term role, this vacancy could be the perfect fit for a professional looking to grow as a Part-Time Accounts Assistant.
To apply, please contact Sarena Abbott today at Perfect Placement. We look forward to your application and to assisting you in progressing your career in the motor trade.
Our Client, a reputable family-run motor retail group and multiple AM Award "Dealer Group of the Year" winner, is seeking a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join their dynamic team at their recently renovated franchise-approved dealership in the Swindon region. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking to work in a supportive environment with long-term career development prospects.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate up to £13.18, depending on experience
- 31 days annual holiday entitlement (including bank holidays), increasing with service
- In-house training and ongoing professional development
- Contributory workplace pension scheme
- Employee support programmes via benefits platform
- Discounted vehicle parts, servicing, and labour costs
- Stable, long-term career progression within a well-established, award-winning motor retail group
- Flexible 5-day week (25 hours), with flexible rota timing, ideally 9:30am to 2:30pm
Duties:
- Reconcile and post daily banking transactions
- Scan and post purchase ledger invoices into the accounting system
- Ensure unallocated payments on purchase ledger are cleared promptly
- Post petty cash expenses and perform reconciliations
- Reconcile supplier statements and verify purchase invoices, including sublet invoices when necessary
- Carry out credit control procedures to ensure timely payments
- Post daily bank statements and complete bank reconciliations
- Manage monthly BACS runs
- Conduct sales and purchase ledger reconciliations
- Assist with month-end closing and other financial tasks as requested by the Dealership Accountant
- Support ad hoc projects to improve financial systems and processes
- Liaise with other departments to enhance interdepartmental communication
Requirements:
- Recent or current experience in an accounts or finance role, ideally within the motor trade or a similar industry
- Proficient with IT, particularly Excel; experience with SAGE accounting software is advantageous but not essential
- Methodical, organised, and detail-oriented approach to work
- Team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines
- Living within a reasonable commuting distance to Oxford is preferred
- UK driving licence with minimal points; occasional travel between sites may be required
This Part-Time Accounts Assistant role presents a rewarding opportunity with a well-respected dealership and a forward-thinking motor retail group. Our Client offers a supportive working environment, comprehensive training, and excellent long-term career development prospects.
If you have the relevant experience and are seeking a flexible, long-term role, this vacancy could be the perfect fit for a professional looking to grow as a Part-Time Accounts Assistant.
To apply, please contact Sarena Abbott today at Perfect Placement. We look forward to your application and to assisting you in progressing your career in the motor trade.