Job Description:

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper / Sales Administrator seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity within the motor trade industry? Our client, a well-established accident repair centre group in Croydon, Surrey, is looking to recruit a skilled Bookkeeper / Sales Administrator to join their dynamic team. This is an excellent position for candidates with a solid background in automotive accounts and administration, offering a stable career path in a reputable organisation.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary between £34,000 and £40,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Working hours from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional development
• Opportunity to enhance your financial and administrative skills within the automotive sector
• Stable, full-time position with potential for career progression
• Engaging and varied workload in a busy accident repair centre group

Duties:

• Managing daily bookkeeping activities, including data entry, supplier payments, and invoice processing
• Overseeing purchase ledger, credit control, and assisting with general account procedures
• Controlling ingoing and outgoing payments, maintaining accurate receivables and payables
• Organising and submitting VAT returns, processing purchase invoices using Sage and Xero
• Paying suppliers and managing financial documentation efficiently
• Supporting the financial management team with administrative tasks related to accounts
• Maintaining effective communication with payees and receivables until the finance team member is fully settled
• Ensuring compliance with financial policies and assisting in financial reporting

Requirements Of A Sales Administrator:

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper / Sales Administrator within the automotive industry
• Strong knowledge of purchase ledger, credit control, and account procedures
• Experience with Sage and Xero accounting software is highly desirable
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience in automotive accounts or financial administration is essential

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a reputable accident repair group, offering stability and scope for career development. If you have the necessary skills and experience for the Bookkeeper / Sales Administrator role and are eager to contribute to a busy, professional team, we want to hear from you.
Contact Consultant Liam Buffenbarger, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Surrey and Greater London, today to discover more about this fantastic Sales Administrator opportunity.