Systems Accountant

Sytner; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership based in Leicester is looking for a Systems Accountant to support their Head Office Finance department. This role will involve assisting dealerships with system issues, managing the Dealer Management System, and providing training. Ideal candidates should understand accounting processes and have motor retail experience. The position offers industry-leading benefits, including enhanced holiday entitlement and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays

Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay

Discounted Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Good understanding of accounting processes and procedures.
• Motor Retail experience is essential.
• Full UK driving license would be of benefit.

Responsibilities

• Assist sites with system/process issues.
• Maintenance & Administration of the company's Dealer Management System.
• Support users of the system in Accounting and Vehicle Stock Book modules.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Motor Retail experience

Job description

We are looking to recruit a Systems Accountant to join our Head Office Finance department at Penman Way, Leicester.

Reporting to the Group Senior Systems Accountant this individual will help improve and support our dealerships in the use of Vehicle Stock Books, Nominal, Purchase and Sales Ledgers and, in the longer term, assist in changes required to the Groups Dealer Management System (DMS).

Principal Responsibilities

• Assist sites with system / process issues
• Maintenance & Administration of the company's Dealer Management System
• Support users of the system in Accounting and Vehicle Stock Book modules and dealing with queries as they arise.
• Offer best practice advice whilst understanding business concerns and requirements
• Training
• Assist in Systems training for Vehicle Stock Book and Accounts Modules

Reporting

• Prepare a regular suite of reports for presentation to dealerships and / or management / Board
• Assist in developing new reports to help dealership reporting & controls and adapt as business or legal requirements change
• Provide information to highlight trends / best practise at various levels across the group
• Look to improve and develop information provided both from DMS reports and information from the business systems team

Project Work

• Assist in amendments to accounting systems through acquisitions and disposals
• Assist in Dealer Management System upgrades
• Assist in any fiscal changes and implications in DMS
• Internal projects that may require DMS amendments
• Seek efficiencies within our current processes

Qualifications

• A good understanding of accounting processes and procedures
• Attention to detail and logical approach to problem solving
• An excellent communicator with the ability to converse at all levels
• Ability to work under pressure
• Motor Retail experience is essential
• Full UK driving license would be of benefit

This could be a good opportunity for an existing Dealership Assistant Accountant or someone who aspires to be an Accountant and is looking to progress their career with Sytner. Training and support will be provided.

The position will be based at Leicester, but due to the nature of the role may involve limited periods working at other locations

Why Sytner?

Sytner Group are delighted to provide an industry-leading benefits package.

We are passionate about continuous improvement and building an environment where everyone feels valued, appreciated and able to reach their full potential.

Benefits

• Enhanced Holiday Entitlement – 33 days inc. bank holidays
• Industry-leading Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Pay
• Career Development
• Recognition of Long Service every 5 years
• Discounted Car Schemes
• High Street Discounts
• Discounted Gym memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• One day a year paid voluntary / community work

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