About us

Accelerate your career with Dick Lovett

Dick Lovett has grown to become one of the South West's leading automotive retailers, representing a number of the motoring industry's biggest and most prestigious manufacturers. Come and grow with us.

About the Role

Are you looking to start a career in finance, or do you already have some accounts experience and want to develop your skills within a successful automotive retail group? Dick Lovett is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team.

This is a great opportunity to build your finance career in a busy dealership environment. Supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function, you'll gain valuable experience across a range of accounting and administrative tasks, including cashbook management, invoice processing, reconciliations and payment support. Full training and development will be provided, with salary dependent on experience.

Job Opportunity

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing and reconciling daily cashbook / bank transactions.
• Preparing financial information and maintaining accurate accounting records.
• Reconciling credit card transactions, supplier statements, and ledger accounts.
• Processing purchase invoices.
• Assisting with fortnightly BACS payments, finance settlements and vehicle payments.
• Supporting the wider Finance team with administrative and accounting duties.
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and maintaining a high level of accuracy in all work.

Company Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan – Claim back medical costs
• Rewards platform – Gym & high street discounts
• 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Regular Pay Reviews
• Life Assurance
• Servicing, Parts and Accessories Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Referral Scheme
• Learning and Development
• Enhanced Family Leave
• Volunteering Opportunities
• Onsite Parking

Essential Skills

• Ideally we are looking for a candidate with previous experience in an Accounting role or who is qualified to AAT Level 3.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with financial data.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Teams.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• A methodical approach and ability to work with a high volume of information.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and eagerness to develop within a finance role.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

DEI Statement

We all have a ‘Personal Role in Delivering Excellence’ at Dick Lovett

This doesn’t just refer to our customers, this phrase is pivotal to our hiring process, onboarding, and how we look after our staff and treat each other at Dick Lovett. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful environment for all.

The company appreciates the advantages of being an equal opportunities employer and recognise the importance of having a diverse and inclusive team. When everyone feels that they are included and are appreciated for their performance, we will be able to deliver on our promise of customer satisfaction.