Accountant - Automotive Experience ONLY

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable dealership in London is seeking an individual to manage financial operations, including cash reconciliation and vehicle funding. The role offers hands-on experience with systems like Pinnacle and the chance to collaborate with finance teams. Candidates should have dealership experience and strong reconciliation skills. Opportunities for career progression and skill development are available.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Hands-on experience with finance systems

Qualifications

• Experience in a dealership for operational insights.
• Proficient in cash, PDQ, and bank reconciliations.
• Familiarity with dealership management systems like Pinnacle.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile daily cash and bank transactions.
• Manage vehicle stock entries using Pinnacle.
• Prepare payments for various transactions.
• Chase aged debtors and maintain financial accuracy.
• Assist with management accounts and reconciliations.
• Support reporting and bonus reconciliations.

Skills

Dealership Experience

Strong Reconciliation Skills

System Knowledge

Financial Accuracy

Team Collaboration

Organised & Proactive

Reporting Support

Tools

Pinnacle

Job description

This role involves managing daily and monthly financial operations for designated dealership branches, including cash reconciliation, vehicle funding, and reporting. It offers hands‑on experience with systems like Pinnacle and the opportunity to support management accounts and collaborate across finance teams.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established independent dealership specialising in premium used vehicles. With a strong reputation for customer service and a manufacturer‑approved service centre, they offer a professional yet friendly working environment, ideal for candidates looking to grow their career in automotive finance and operations.

Description

• Reconcile daily cash, PDQ, and bank transactions across branches
• Manage vehicle stock entries and funding via Pinnacle and funding portals
• Prepare and process payments for purchases, settlements, and refunds
• Chase aged debtors and ensure accurate financial records
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and vehicle stock checks
• Assist with management accounts, ledger close, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Liaise with internal teams to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Support reporting, accruals, and bonus reconciliations
• Handle ad hoc finance and admin tasks as needed

Profile

✅ Dealership Experience - essential for understanding operational and financial workflows

✅ Strong Reconciliation Skills - confident handling cash, PDQ, bank, and vehicle‑related reconciliations

✅ System Knowledge - experience with Pinnacle or similar dealership management systems

✅ Financial Accuracy - able to manage daily and monthly accounting tasks with precision

✅ Team Collaboration - works well with local and group‑level finance teams

✅ Organised & Proactive - manages multiple priorities and meets deadlines

✅ Reporting Support - assists with management accounts, ledger close, and balance sheet reconciliations

Job Offer

📍 On‑site role with exposure to multiple branches and finance operations

📈 Career progression opportunities in dealership finance and accounting

🧠 Hands‑on experience with systems like Pinnacle and funding portals

🤝 Collaborative environment working with local and group‑level finance teams

🎯 Varied responsibilities across daily operations and monthly reporting

💡 Skill development in reconciliations, ledger management, and financial reporting