Dealership Accountant

Command Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Bonus

Job summary

Command Recruitment is seeking a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join a large progressive group in Southampton. The role is highly hands-on, managing all accounts for a high-turnover, low-sales-volume business and involves participation across the group’s operations.

You will produce timely management accounts, develop controls to maximise cash flow, and act as a key contact for management information for a newly acquired unit.

Qualifications

• Must have strong technical and analytical accounting skills in a motor dealership context.
• Proven leadership ability with a hands-on, team-oriented approach.
• Track record within the motor trade dealership sector.
• Experience with Kerridge, Pinnacle or similar dealership accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Monthly management accounts with detailed analysis and liaison to Divisional Finance Directors.
• Collation and examination of purchase and sales ledgers from centralised department.
• Provide analytical support across the business to drive profitability.
• Monitor performance measurement tools and project appraisals for informed decisions.
• Consolidate groupBudgets and forecasts; conduct ad hoc investigative projects.

Skills

Strong accounting skills

Analytical mindset

Leadership

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

Kerridge

Pinnacle

Job description

Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Qualified.

Two Dealerships, one at Southampton and the other within 45mins drive.

Large Progressive Group requires a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team - this is a very hands‑on role - no two days will be the same. Working at the dealership, you will be responsible for all the accounts for a high‑turnover, low‑sales-volume business, which allows you to get involved in all parts of the business. In return, you will receive a highly competitive Salary plus a Bonus plus a 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 world‑leading brand and company!

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 a newly acquired 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. 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
• A real hands‑on attitude to work, willing to help others out and a Team Player
• Previous Accountancy Experience within Dealership and Kerridge, Pinnacle or a similar Accounting Package
• Good written and communication skills

The Role duties will be varied and will include:

• Monthly management accounts - providing detailed analysis and commentary, which will involve extensive liaison with the Divisional Finance Directors.
• Collation and examination of the purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounting department.
• Analytical support across the business, evaluating profit optimisation
• Monitoring performance measurement tools and techniques for projects to form a final conclusion.
• Review of capital and project appraisals.
• Consolidation of group budgets and forecasts.
• Investigative and analytical exercises as required.
• Ad hoc projects.

Good Salary and Big Company Benefits (depending on experience), Plus company car,