Dealership Accountant: Lead Finance & Reporting

D.M.Keith Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in Leeds is seeking an experienced Dealership Accountant to join their dedicated finance team. In this role, you will supervise daily financial operations, prepare management accounts, and support accurate reporting while coaching junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in the motor trade and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, 30 days of annual leave, and opportunities for career progression within the organization.

Benefits

Workplace pension scheme

Competitive salary

30 days annual leave including bank holidays

Preferential rates for servicing and repairs

Qualifications

• Experience as an Accountant in the motor trade.
• Ability to prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Experience working with sales and purchase ledger.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management accounts and submit to manufacturers.
• Oversee financial reporting and compliance.
• Support management team with accurate reporting.
• Ensure balance sheet is reconciled and maintained.
• Coach and train junior accounts team members.

Skills

Experience in motor trade

Communication skills

Ability to influence others

Proficiency in DMS

Microsoft proficiency

Education

Accounting qualification or qualified by experience

Job description

A leading automotive dealership in Leeds is seeking an experienced Dealership Accountant to join their dedicated finance team. In this role, you will supervise daily financial operations, prepare management accounts, and support accurate reporting while coaching junior team members. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in the motor trade and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, 30 days of annual leave, and opportunities for career progression within the organization.