Trainee Accountant

Are you a school or college leaver with a passion for numbers and an interest in building a successful career in finance? Our Trainee Accountant Scheme offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive professional training and work towards being a fully qualified accountant.

In this role we you will be trained from the basics up to being ready for the role of Management Accountant. Our practical training consists of rotations across all of our teams where you will work in 6-month periods and will cover all the following areas; Invoice Processing, Accounts Payable Queries, Banking, Credit Management, Reporting and Assistant Accountant Reporting. Alongside the hands-on experience, we will support you in obtaining professional qualifications which can include, AAT, CIMA or ACCA.

Based in our Finance Shared Service Centre, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that supports our nationwide network of retailers. With over 200 team members and a focus on continual growth and development, we’re dedicated to offering limitless opportunities for career development.

As a leading name in automotive retail, we’re dedicated to providing an incredible experience for our customers, both online and across our dealerships. We’re looking for someone to truly make an impact whilst fuelling our growth and driving our vision forward.

Why choose Lithia UK?

Benefit by a receiving training from leading external training provider who will support your development

Dedicated study time of 15% providing you with a structured space to focus and learn

Enjoy full coverage of training materials and fees, funded by Lithia UK

Structured career pathways into the role of Assistant Accountant, training and preparing you for your future growth

Continuous guidance from a senior member of our FSSC Team, ensuring you’re supported in your journey every step of the way

Join a leading name in automotive retail, offering unparalleled opportunities in the industry

Ready to kickstart your career with Lithia UK? We’re looking for individuals who:

Are on track to secure A-levels in summer 2025 or have secured these in 2023/2024

Hold 6 GCSE’s at grade 5 or above (2 of which must be Maths and English), and are predicted passes in at least 2 A-levels or equivalent

Have a clear passion to pursue a career in Accounts, no prior experience required

Possess the drive and enthusiasm to succeed

Life at Lithia UK;

Enjoy 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), giving you more time to relax, recharge, and do what you love

Celebrate your special day with an extra day off on your birthday

Our industry-leading Family Leave Policies ensure you’re supported when it matters most

Take a paid day to volunteer and give back to a cause close to your heart

We believe in recognising dedication and loyalty, that’s why we celebrate long service milestone anniversaries

Unlock your potential with tailored training and endless career growth opportunities

Commute for less with our cycle to work scheme

Access high street discounts to make the everyday a little more rewarding

Know someone perfect for Lithia UK? Earn rewards through our internal referral scheme

At Lithia UK, our growth is powered by our people:

As one of the largest automotive retailers globally, we’re passionate about transforming the future of personal transportation and setting new standards for exceptional customer experiences. Our values—Earn Customers for Life, Improve Constantly, Take Personal Ownership, and Have Fun!—fuel everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that embraces innovation, champions personal growth, and celebrates success together. If you're ready to make an impact in an environment that empowers you to drive change, we’d love to have you with us on this journey

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,479.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Employee discount

Free parking

On-site gym

On-site parking

Referral programme

Sick pay

Store discount

Work from home

Schedule:

Day shift

Monday to Friday

No weekends

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nottingham NG15 0DJ