Management Accountant - maternity cover fixed term contract

Pentagon Motor Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentagon Motor Group seeks a Management Accountant for maternity cover in Barnsley. The role involves overseeing financial reporting, managing accounting cycles, and providing analysis to support business decisions. Candidates should hold at least a Level 2 AAT qualification and possess strong accounting experience. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

31 days holiday per year

Retail discounts

Fully funded qualifications

Manufacturer specific training

24-hour access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 2 or above in AAT or equivalent.
• Proficient in all aspects of Accounting, including budgets and audits.
• Motivational leader with a track record in financial excellence.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyse weekly business forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy of financial information reported to head office.
• Assist in preparing the annual financial business plan.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Level 2 AAT

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Kerridge

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Management Accountant - maternity cover fixed term contract, Barnsley

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Client:

Pentagon Motor Group

Location:

Barnsley, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Introduction

Pentagon Motor Group have a fantastic career opportunity for a finance professional to join their business. Our multi-franchise Barnsley Dealership are on the look out for an Accountant to Cover Maternity Leave.

• Have a successful track record working as an Accountant?
• Possess a minimum Level 2 AAT?
• Want the recognition that comes with delivering excellence, working for a successful organisation?

If the answers are YES, then you may be the person we are looking for.

Have you heard about our benefits?

When you join Pentagon, from Day 1 you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 31 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with length of service.
• Recommend a Friend Scheme.
• Discounted days out with family and friends.
• Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.
• Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
• Manufacturer specific training.
• Salary Finance.
• 24 hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.
• Team member Pension Scheme contributions.
• Friends & family Customer Referral Payments
• Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends.

We pride ourselves on offering exceptional training and development opportunities along with realistic career paths for each member of our Team.

What Will You Be Doing?

As a Dealership Accountant with Pentagon Motor Group, your main role and responsibilities will include;

• Consolidating and analysing weekly business unit forecasts and trends.
• Ensuring the accuracy of financial information reported to head office within company deadlines.
• Providing robust management information and analysis to support the month end results.
• Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with the preparation of the annual financial business plan.
• Managing a team of Accounts & Administration team members
• Advising General/Senior Managers on the fiscal policies of Pentagon Motor Group and ensure adherence to them.

The working hours for this role are Monday - Friday 0830am - 1700pm.

Who Are We Looking for?

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Accountant with a proven, successful track record in delivering excellence. This position requires the successful person to be hands on and task focused to ensure an accurate and timely monthly accounting cycle for the Dealership.

Ideal candidates will also be:

• Qualified to Level 2 or above in AAT or equivalent.
• Experienced in all aspects of Accounting including working on and finalising annual budgets, completing year-end audits, month end accounting, processing payroll information etc.
• A strong and effective communicator both written and verbally
• Able to demonstrate strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• A natural problem solver with the ability to review their own work and identify and correct mistakes.
• Motivational and able to support and guide their team.
• Proficient in Excel and Outlook

Previous experience using Kerridge and working within the Motor Trade would be a distinct advantage for this role.