Dealership Accountant

The Recruitment Solution (London) Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car scheme

Pension contributions up to 7%

Private Medical Insurance

22–26 days annual leave + bank hols

Discounts on vehicles and aftersales

Health Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning & Development opportunities

Shared Incentive Plan

Occupational Health Support

Job summary

The Recruitment Solution are seeking a qualified accounting professional for theirHead Office in the Coventry area, with leadership experience and a strong background in automotive retail accounting.

This role focuses on month-end, year-end and financial reporting within a main dealer group, demanding precision, collaboration across levels, and a proactive approach to improvement. Total working hours are 37.5 with an excellent salary package and benefits.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA/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 Autoline DMS (DMS).
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills across all levels of the business.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet reporting deadlines.
• Positive, proactive and collaborative with a continuous improvement mindset.

Skills

Leadership

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Dealership knowledge

Autoline DMS

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Continuous improvement

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Autoline DMS

MS Excel

Job description

The Recruitment Solution are looking for a qualified accounting professional with strong leadership skills and experience within a dealership or automotive retail environment. To work for this excellent main dealer group, at their Head Office based in the Coventry area.

Essential Skills & Experience

• 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.

Why apply for this vacancy

• Total Working Hours: 37.5
• Excellent salary
• 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
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Shared Incentive Plan
• Health Cash Plan