Branch Financial Controller

Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and INEOS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join their team in Croydon. This role involves managing the dealership's financial operations, ensuring compliance, and providing analytical support to the Head of Business. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, a range of benefits, and a full-time work pattern within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Company Car

Private Medical Care

31 Days Paid Annual Leave

Life Insurance Benefit

Cycle To Work Scheme

Confidential access to support services

Qualifications

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience required.
• Previous accounting experience in the motor industry preferred.
• Proven leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate dealership accounts and compliance with company policies.
• Provide accounting support for effective management decisions.
• Review controls to minimize risk and ensure compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Numerical skills

Education

AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Pinnacle

Microsoft Office

Job description

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The opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join a friendly team and develop your existing career within Grange Edinburgh , supporting brands including Aston Martin, Rolls Royce and INEOS. We believe that by identifying your potential and investing in your future, you will be able to develop skills and gain the experience that will enrich your career prospects.

You would be located at our Dees of Croydon dealership.

• Salary – £40,000 to £45,000 (Depending on experience) to £52,000 OTE
• Bonus/Commission
• Company Car
• Private Medical Care
• 31 Days Paid Annual Leave (Including Bank Holidays)
• Preferential rates for servicing, MOTs and parts
• Fantastic discounts on vehicles sales
• Access to a vehicle Flexi-lease affinity scheme through SOGO www.sogomobility.co.uk
• Life Insurance Benefit
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Associate Award Events
• Length of Service Recognition Scheme
• Associate Assistance Programme (AAP) -Confidential access to a range of support and advice, including a confidential helpline,counselling sessions, access to a Doctor24/7, physio advice and support from other Health Experts.

Job Role

Assist the Head of Business with financial support in order to drive operational performance. In addition, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the entire accounts function. A key aspect of the role is the delivery of timely and accurate management accounts and their integration into the Company’s standard structures. You will maintain and develop controls to maximise returns and cash flow and utilise your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership and the Company’s Guest Experience.

Key Responsibilities and Duties (list not exhaustive)

• Achieve accurate dealership accounts, within the specified time scale, in accordance with Company accounting and procedural policies.
• Provide such accounting support, as required, to your Head of Business to enable effective and rational management decisions concerning profitability, cash flow and return on investment to be taken.
• Provide as necessary accounting information and advice to departmental managers to assist them in effectively managing their department.
• Exercise adequate financial care and control so as to minimise the risk of defalcation, loss or misuse of dealership assets.
• Regularly review the controls which are operating throughout the dealership to ensure continued compliance.
• Ensure dealership payroll and pension information from Cambria is administered correctly.
• Ensure all taxes are correctly accounted for, and all necessary returns and payments are made within statutory deadlines if necessary.
• Assist the Head of Business to prepare weekly and monthly forecasts based on current and anticipated activity.
• Monthly visits requiredto the Grange Edinburgh dealerships.

Work Pattern

This is a full-time position: Monday - Friday

Successful applicants will possess and be able to offer;

Qualifications / Training

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent level of experience
• Full UK Driving Licence or equivalent

Experience / Knowledge

• Previous accounting experience, ideally within the motor industry
• Knowledge of Pinnacle - desirable.
• Previous team management experience and proven leadership skills
• Proven analytical skills and action planning experience
• Competent knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel
• Have excellent communication, organisation and interpersonal skills
• Excellent numerical, administrative and time management skills

This job offer will be subject to a DBS Certificate Disclosure, and adverse financial background check.