Dealership Accountant

ferri gharavi-smith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector seeks a dedicated Dealership Accountant to manage accounts and provide analytical support. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with opportunities for growth within the organization. Ideal candidates will have strong technical accounting skills and experience in the motor industry.

Benefits

Bonus

Car

Pension

Big Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven track record within the motor industry.
• Previous accountancy experience within a car dealership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate management accounts.
• Supervise one or two accounts staff and a sales administrator.
• Provide analytical support across the business.

Skills

Analytical Accounting Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Tools

Kerridge

Pinnacle

Job description

Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Qualified, with some Hybrid Working.

Large Progressive Group requires a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team. In return, you will receive a highly competitive Salary plus a Bonus plus Car. The company are highly regarded within the trade and will allow you to grow and progress within the Group. Progression and promotions are on offer for the right candidates. This is an exciting position with a company with world-leading brands.

Basic up to £50,000 (Dependent on experience) + £3k Bonus + Car + Pension + Big Company 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 maximize returns and cash flow and utilize your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership. This role is ideal for an articulate, methodical, and analytical individual.

The Candidate

• Strong technical and analytical accounting skills
• Exceptional leadership skills but with a good sense of humour
• The successful candidate will have a proven track record within the motor industry
• Previous Accountancy Experience within a Car Dealership and Kerridge, Pinnacle or a similar Accounting Package
• Strong written and communication skills

The Role, Duties Will Be Varied And Will Include

• Monthly management accounts - providing detailed analysis and commentary which will involve liaison 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.