Head Office Accountant

Drive Motor Retail Limited; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive retail sector is seeking a Head Office Accountant to oversee financial operations across multiple dealership sites. This pivotal role requires a qualified accountant with extensive experience in multi-site dealership accounting, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial governance, payroll reconciliations, and liaising with site accountants. Join a progressive motor group and contribute to their financial performance and long-term success.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in accounting.
• Recent experience within the automotive retail sector.

Responsibilities

• Full oversight of financial reporting across all locations.
• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial summaries.
• Ensure compliance and financial accuracy with Site Accountants.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Proactive

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)

Tools

Excel

DMS systems

Job description

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Head Office Accountant – Drive Motor Retail (Leicester City Centre)

Salary: £50,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Location: Office-based, Leicester City Centre

Drive Motor Retail is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Office Accountant to join our central finance function in Leicester. This is a pivotal position within the business, overseeing the financial operations of 12 dealership sites across the UK.

The successful candidate must have a strong background in the automotive industry, with demonstrable experience in multi-site dealership accounting. This role offers the opportunity to lead financial governance, reporting, and control across a diverse and fast-paced motor retail environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full oversight of financial reporting across all Drive Motor Retail locations
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and group-level financial summaries
• Liaison with Site Accountants and General Managers to ensure compliance and financial accuracy
• Monitoring and controlling dealership working capital, accruals, prepayments, and provisions
• Oversight of payroll reconciliations and collaboration with HR for accurate reporting of salaries, bonuses, and benefits
• Management of pension scheme contributions and compliance with auto-enrolment legislation
• Ensuring accurate VAT, PAYE, and corporation tax submissions in conjunction with external auditors and HMRC requirements
• Support and audit preparation for manufacturer composite submissions and quarterly reviews
• Lead the integration and consistency of accounting systems and processes across all sites (including DMS platforms such as Kerridge/CDK or Pinewood)
• Drive improvements in financial efficiency, cost control, and internal reporting tools
• Act as the key finance contact for senior leadership, external auditors, and stakeholders

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent with significant post-qualification experience
• Must have recent and relevant experience within the automotive retail sector
• Strong background in multi-dealership financial oversight and centralised accounting environments
• High proficiency in Excel, financial reporting tools, and motor trade DMS systems
• Thorough understanding of UK accounting standards, tax regulations, and pension legislation
• Confident communicator with the ability to build strong cross-functional relationships
• Proactive, analytical, and capable of operating independently under pressure

This is a fully office-based role in Leicester City Centre with no remote or hybrid working. Applicants not currently working in the automotive sector will not be considered.

Join a progressive, multi-franchise motor group where your expertise will directly impact financial performance and long-term success.

Apply today to become a central figure in Drive Motor Retail’s continued growth.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Retail Motor Vehicles

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