Management Accountant

Listers Group; Stratford-upon-Avon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Listers Group is seeking a Management Accountant to join their Head Office team in Stratford-upon-Avon. The role involves producing accounts, collaborating on commercial decisions, and managing finances, with a supportive atmosphere prioritizing staff development. Ideal candidates are CIMA-qualified, detail-oriented team players with a strong foundation in Excel.

Benefits

Potential hybrid working arrangements

Company car

Company pension

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Wellness programme

Sick pay

Group life insurance

Staff discounts on car services

Discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays

Long service and loyalty incentives

Staff referral scheme

In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications

Company events

Qualifications

• CIMA-qualified (or equivalent) accountant with retail background preferred.
• Strong Excel skills essential; proactive in managing workload.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly and annual management accounts.
• Collaborate with dealerships for commercial decisions.
• Manage working capital and financial controls.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-starter

IT literacy

Excel proficiency

Education

CIMA qualification or equivalent

Job description

The Job Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join our Head Office team in Stratford upon Avon. The successful candidate will be an integral part of a dynamic and dedicated group supporting our business. This role offers a varied and interesting experience, providing a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant and growing department that fosters a supportive, welcoming atmosphere prioritising staff development.

Role And Responsibilities

• Produce monthly and annual management accounts and manufacturer composites.
• Collaborate with dealerships in commercial decision-making and manage on-site accounts staff.
• Proactively manage working capital.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports, including forecasts.
• Develop and maintain financial controls.
• Conduct reviews with management teams to promote best practices and profitability.
• Develop and oversee annual plans.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement and development.

About You

• Ideally an experienced CIMA-qualified accountant (or equivalent).
• A retail background is desirable but not essential.
• A self-starting team player with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload effectively.
• Attention to detail.
• IT literate with strong Excel skills.

In return we offer

• Potential hybrid working arrangements.
• Company car.
• Company pension.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Wellness programme.
• Sick pay.
• Group life insurance.
• Staff discount on car servicing.
• Listers Benefits - discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays.
• Long service and loyalty incentives.
• Staff referral scheme.
• In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications.
• Company events.

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group is one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. Our success is driven by our team, representing some of the world’s most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk, and Yorkshire. We support employees in all areas of the business; whatever your aspirations, Listers has a career for you.