Junior Accounts Technician

Description:

Motofix is a leading vehicle body repair provider with nine state-of-the-art centres across the Home Counties, South, and South West of England. We aim to set the benchmark for customer experience and quality in automotive body repair, guided by teamwork, ownership, respect, and eco-integrity.

About the Role

As a Junior Accounts Technician, you will receive hands-on training and support to develop your finance skills and gain practical experience in a busy accounts department. You will learn a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly finance tasks, including purchase ledger management, processing bank receipts, communicating with suppliers and various other financial office duties. This role is designed to provide a structured learning path, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to build a strong foundation in finance.

With training and guidance, you will:

Process bank receipts and learn how to reconcile them against customer remittance advice
Input non-job-related purchase invoices with increasing accuracy and efficiency
Download and post daily bank statements, ensuring correct recording of direct debits and standing orders
Transfer and reconcile purchase ledger data, developing an understanding of financial accuracy and reporting
Resolve purchase ledger queries by working closely with suppliers and bodyshop locations
Issue cheques under supervision, following authorisation by the Head of Finance
Manage and reconcile petty cash transactions, gaining confidence in handling financial records
Communicate with suppliers via phone and email, improving your professional interaction skills
Provide general administrative support within the accounts office, contributing to the smooth running of the department
About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a strong willingness to learn and develop a career in finance. You don’t need extensive experience—just a proactive attitude, a keen eye for detail, and the drive to grow within the role. You will:

Be eager to build your knowledge of finance and accounting
Have a positive, can-do attitude and enjoy problem-solving
Be confident in dealing with people at all levels and willing to ask questions
Have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
Be committed to accuracy and attention to detail as you develop your financial expertise
Possess strong IT skills, including proficiency in the full Office 365 suiteThis role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or progress their career in finance, with full support and training provided to help you succeed.

What We Look For

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Sage is preferred but not essential
Excellent organisational and administrative skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Highly numerate with strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills, both with customers and colleagues
1-2 years of bookkeeping experience would be an advantage
Interested? Apply today and a member of our Recruitment Team who will be in touch within 3 working days.
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