Job Description

About us

European Tyre Enterprise Limited is an international tyre and automotive service, maintenance and repair business group with annual sales revenues of more than 1 billion across five countries in Europe.



We operate multiple retail brands including Kwik Fit with over 800 centres in the UK and Netherlands as well as Stapletons Tyre Services which sells over 6 million tyres to trade customers in the UK.



Our primary purpose is to keep drivers safe on the road and we achieve this by being the number one choice for our customers, a leading automotive aftermarket employer and an acknowledged innovator in our industry. We can only accomplish this with great people at the heart of what we do.



In choosing to build your career with us you'll be joining a dynamic and diverse team striving to be the best.

The role

Reporting to the Statutory Reporting Manager, the Audit/Accounts Assistant will be responsible for providing continuous support for internal and external audit and accounts preparation processes.

This permanent vacancy is based upon 37.5hrs/week, which following a successful training and induction period will operate on a hybrid basis to include a minimum of 2 days per week spent onsite at our central offices in Letchworth.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your finance career on behalf of a true market leader within the automotive industry

Key accountabilities

Assist in preparation of ETB's and financial statements of all Group companies. Support the statutory audit process, dealing with audit requests or queries in an accurate and timely manner. Assisting in month end procedures and internal audit processes. Support driving quality assurance, ensuring all tasks are completed in line with policy and profession's standards. Communicate any problems or contentious issues identified, to management immediately, identifying possible causes and solutions. Following up on matters raised during the audit, escalating where necessary, to ensure action points are effectively addressed. Supporting Management with any other ad-hoc duties as required. Proactively identifying areas for improvement and contribute towards a culture of continuous improvement. Attend and contribute to department meetings where required.

Skills & experience

Experience of working in a Finance Team, preferably supporting the audit and accounts preparation processes. Confident in double entry accounting. Possess a logical and analytical approach, with excellent attention to detail and a good level of numeracy and IT skills (MS Excel is essential). Ability to work under pressure. Strong organisational and time management capabilities. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels. Working towards AAT/ACCA or equivalent qualification. (Study support will be offered).

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing to 38 days with service Performance related bonus up to 5% of annual salary Exclusive discounts at major retailers, restaurants, holidays and much more Generous staff discounts for you and your family Award-winning training and development, with fantastic career prospects Wide range of wellbeing support for you and your family


Job Reference: ETEL01633