Accounting Manager

Stellantis &You UK; Coventry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Car Scheme

Discounts on new vehicles and aftersa

Pension contributions up to 7%

22 days annual leave rising to 26 days

Private Medical Insurance

Reward Gateway discounts platform

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health Support

Shared Incentive Plan

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

Stellantis & You Head Office is seeking an experienced Accounting Manager to lead financial accounting, management accounts, forecasting and Group reporting in line with UK GAAP and IFRS. You will head day-to-day accounting operations and guide the team to deliver accurate financial information.

Responsibilities include month-end/year-end reporting, intercompany reconciliations, statutory returns, and liaison with dealers and Head Office.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• 3-6 years' post-qualification experience in a financial accounting role.
• Strong experience of month-end, year-end and financial reporting processes.
• Detailed knowledge of dealership accounting and dealership operations.
• Working knowledge of the Autoline Dealer Management System (DMS).
• Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Positive, proactive and collaborative approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial accounting, management accounts, forecasting and Group reporting in line with UK GAAP and IFRS requirements.
• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and support the accounting team in delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations, journal reviews and accounting controls meet Group standards and delegated authority requirements.
• Oversee month-end and year-end reporting processes, ensuring all deadlines are achieved.
• Produce and analyse balance sheet, profit and loss, stock and cash flow reporting, investigating and explaining significant variances.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and statutory returns, including Office for National Statistics submissions.
• Act as the main finance contact for dealerships, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Regional Finance teams and Head Office.
• Support and deputise for the CAO when required.
• Ensure accounting policies, procedures and controls are documented, reviewed and continuously improved.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors, acting as a key point of contact during audits and statutory accounts preparation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Education

ACCA/ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Autoline DMS

Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Accounting Manager to join Stellantis & You Head Office.

Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO), you will oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, support month-end processes, and act as a key contact for dealerships, Head Office and finance stakeholders. You will play a critical role in delivering accurate management information, maintaining compliance with Group reporting requirements, and driving continuous improvement across accounting processes.

• Company Car Scheme
• Discounts on new vehicles and aftersales services
• Pension contributions up to 7%
• 22 days annual leave rising to 26 days, plus bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance
• Reward Gateway discounts platform
• Enhanced family leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health Support
• Shared Incentive Plan
• Health Cash Plan

Key Responsibilities

• Manage financial accounting, management accounts, forecasting and Group reporting in line with UK GAAP and IFRS requirements.
• Lead day-to-day accounting operations and support the accounting team in delivering accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and ad hoc financial analysis and reporting.
• Ensure balance sheet reconciliations, journal reviews and accounting controls meet Group standards and delegated authority requirements.
• Oversee month-end and year-end reporting processes, ensuring all deadlines are achieved.
• Produce and analyse balance sheet, profit and loss, stock and cash flow reporting, investigating and explaining significant variances.
• Manage intercompany reconciliations and statutory returns, including Office for National Statistics submissions.
• Act as the main finance contact for dealerships, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Regional Finance teams and Head Office.
• Support and deputise for the CAO when required.
• Ensure accounting policies, procedures and controls are documented, reviewed and continuously improved.
• Liaise with external and internal auditors, acting as a key point of contact during audits and statutory accounts preparation.
• Support the accurate integration and analysis of payroll and operational financial data.
• Resolve complex accounting queries and provide guidance to finance and operational stakeholders.

About You

We are looking for a qualified accounting professional with strong leadership skills and experience within a dealership or automotive retail environment.

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent).
• 3-6 years' post-qualification experience in a financial accounting role.
• Strong experience of month-end, year-end and financial reporting processes.
• Detailed knowledge of dealership accounting and dealership operations.
• Working knowledge of the Autoline Dealer Management System (DMS).
• Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Positive, proactive and collaborative approach with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Let's Work Together

At Stellantis, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are recognised with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award.

Join Stellantis & You and be part of a team that puts People first, takes Pride in its work, delivers exceptional Performance and celebrates success through Praise.