Dealership Accountant

Command Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Dealership Accountant to manage accounts and provide analytical support in Dartford, United Kingdom. This full-time role includes salary ranging from £50,000 to £53,000, plus benefits. Successful candidates will need strong accounting skills, previous experience in a car dealership, and familiarity with Kerridge Pinnacle. Opportunities for growth and progression are available within the company.

Benefits

Company car

Pension

Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record within the motor industry.
• Exceptional leadership skills but with a good sense of humour.
• Previous accountancy experience within a car dealership and familiarity with accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing monthly management accounts with analysis and commentary.
• Supervises Accounts staff and Sales Administrator.
• Develops controls to maximise returns and cash flow.

Skills

Strong technical and analytical accounting skills

Strong analytical and financial skills

Tools

Kerridge Pinnacle

Job description

Position Summary

Large Progressive Group requires a forward‑thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team. You will receive a highly competitive salary plus a bonus and a company car. The company is highly regarded within the trade and offers opportunities for growth and progression.

Salary up to £53,000 (dependant on experience) plus car, pension and benefits.

A fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, high‑calibre Dealership Accountant to be instrumental in the development and growth of a busy dealership. The role requires a self‑motivated and focused person who will quickly establish themselves as a key contact for Management Information for the business.

You will be responsible for the smooth running of the accounts function delivering timely and accurate management accounts. Develop controls to maximise returns and cash flow and utilise your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership.

Key Duties

• Monthly management accounts – providing detailed analysis and commentary, liaising with the Divisional Finance Directors.
• Collation and examination of the purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounting department.
• Supervision of one or two Accounts staff and a Sales Administrator.
• Analytical support across the business evaluating profit optimisation.
• Monitoring performance measurement tools and techniques for projects to form an end conclusion.
• Review of capital and project appraisals.
• Consolidation of group budgets and forecasts.
• Investigative and analytical exercises as required.

Qualifications

• Strong technical and analytical accounting skills.
• Exceptional leadership skills but with a good sense of humour.
• Proven track record within the motor industry.
• Previous accountancy experience within a car dealership and familiarity with Kerridge Pinnacle or a similar accounting package.
• Strong written and communication skills.

Skills

• Experience with Kerridge Pinnacle (hybrid).
• Strong analytical and financial skills.

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full time.

Experience: Years required (not specified).

Vacancy: 1.

Annual Salary: £50,000 – £53,000.