Dealership Accountant

Lookers; Sandford Hill; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in the UK is seeking an experienced accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accountancy, particularly within the motor trade, and will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial records and reporting.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with clear pay scales

Generous annual leave that increases with service

Eligibility for colleague car plans and cycle-to-work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Critical illness cover and life assurance

Tech scheme and eye care scheme

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Proven track record in an accountancy role, preferably in the motor trade.
• Business savvy, articulate, investigative, and organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and annual financial statements; support period-end closings.
• Maintain the general ledger; reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet items.
• Oversee vendor payments and customer collections; resolve billing discrepancies.

Skills

Financial Reporting

General Ledger

Reconciliation

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Compliance

Tax Reporting

Budgeting

Job description

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Overview

Lookers BMW Stoke

Contract Type: Temp, Full-time - 12 month FTC

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm (37.5 hours)

Salary: Up to £52,500 per annum depending on experience

Are you motivated by balancing balance sheets, reviewing budgets and expenditure, or producing monthly, quarterly, and full year-end accounts? If so, you're almost the perfect candidate for this role. Ideally, you will have a proven track record in an accountancy role, preferably in the motor trade. You should be business savvy, articulate, investigative, and organized to get the job done well. Collaboration with a wide team and support from our Financial Controller will be part of your responsibilities.

If this role matches your skills and interests, please apply today. Job responsibilities include:

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly and annual financial statements; support period-end closings and financial analysis.
• General Ledger & Reconciliation: Maintain the general ledger; reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet items.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee vendor payments and customer collections; resolve billing discrepancies.
• Inventory & Cost Accounting: Track vehicle/parts inventory; perform floor plan reconciliations.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to policies, GAAP, and tax regulations; support audits and internal controls.
• Tax & Filing Support: Assist with tax reporting (sales, property, income); liaise with auditors as needed.
• Management Support: Provide financial insights and assist with budgeting and forecasts.

About Us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands and selling a wide range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to providing a market-leading rewards and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales as you develop
• Generous annual leave that increases with service
• Eligibility for our colleague car plans and cycle-to-work scheme
• Enhanced maternity, adoption (6 months full pay), and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years, life assurance, and free will writing services
• Tech scheme, eye care scheme, and discounted shopping vouchers
• Employee assistance program and free access to Smart Health, including 24/7 GP services for employees and their immediate families

Lookers is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a discrimination-free, inclusive work environment that empowers our staff to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, relevant employment checks will be conducted prior to your start date, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, criminal record check, and driver's license check if applicable.