Management Accountant

Vertu Motors; Hereford; On-site; GBP 31,500 - 38,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension contributions

Colleague car purchase scheme

Share incentive scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Job summary

Vertu Volkswagen Hereford is seeking a talented Management Accountant to join our team, supporting business performance with accurate financial information. You'll work closely with the finance team to produce management accounts and forecasts.

The role suits an experienced Management Accountant or an Assistant Accountant ready to step up, with strong Excel skills and knowledge of Kerridge. UK motor retail experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience as Management Accountant or Assistant Accountant.
• Strong numerical ability and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Produce management accounts and forecasts.
• Payroll processing and accruals/prepayments.
• Balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow management.
• Reconciling manufacturer bonuses and reporting to management.
• Create spreadsheets and statistical reports for the management team.
• Coach and develop colleagues within the finance team.

Skills

Management accounting

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Tools

Kerridge

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Management Accountant - Vertu Volkswagen Hereford

Basic Salary: £35,000 & Excellent Company Benefits

Are you looking to join one of the UK's largest and most successful motor retail groups? Vertu Volkswagen Hereford is looking for a talented Management Accountant to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant or an Assistant Accountant ready to step up. If you're analytical, organised, and passionate about supporting business performance, we'd love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Management Accountant or Assistant Accountant
• Motor trade experience and knowledge of Kerridge (or similar systems) preferred but not essential
• Strong communication skills with both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Excellent numerical and organisational skills
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

What You'll Be Doing

You will work closely with the team to produce accurate financial information, enabling effective business decision-making. Your responsibilities will include:

• Producing management accounts
• Forecasts and estimates
• Payroll processing
• Accruals and prepayments
• Cashflow managementBalance sheet reconciliations
• Reconciling manufacturer bonuses
• Creating spreadsheets and statistical reports for the management team
• Coaching and developing colleagues within the finance team

Why Join Us?

We invest more in colleague development than any other UK motor retailer. You'll have access to ongoing training, clear career progression pathways, and a fantastic benefits package, including:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Access to our online rewards platform with cashback and discounts
• Preferential service rates
• Colleague car purchase scheme
• Share incentive scheme
• Pension contributions
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Apply Today

If you're ambitious, detail-driven, and ready to progress your career with a trusted employer, apply now to join the team at Vertu Volkswagen Hereford!

Please note: Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks which may include employment history, address verification, credit checks, criminal record checks, and driving licence checks.