Temporary Dealership Accountant in Birmingham

Chris Eastwood Automotive Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Temporary Dealership Accountant to support their financial operations in Birmingham. The role involves producing management accounts, reconciling balance sheets, and contributing to budget preparations. Ideal candidates will have motor retail experience and strong communication skills, ensuring effective financial management and adherence to controls. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for a fast-paced role in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a fast-paced management accounting position.
• Strong influencing and communication skills.
• Motor retail experience required.

Responsibilities

• Producing monthly management accounts, key figures, and statistics.
• Reconcile all balance sheets monthly and prepare for audits.
• Provide input into annual budget and weekly forecasting.

Skills

Management Accounting

Financial Analysis

Communication

Influencing

Job description

Specialist Recruitment Consultants
to the Automotive Industry

Temporary Dealership Accountant in Birmingham

Reference: 13227

Position: Temporary Dealership Accountant

Location: Birmingham

Salary Package: Negotiable

Description

We are seeking a Temporary Dealership Accountant responsible for producing monthly management accounts, key figures, and statistics. The role involves contributing to the dealership's effective operation and development by providing advice and information on all financial matters. Responsibilities include submitting manufacturer composites, reconciling all balance sheets monthly, and communicating any site-based discrepancies or issues to the Financial Controller. The role requires strict adherence to financial controls and policies, preparing files for internal and external audits as needed.

Additional duties include reconciling and attending vehicle and parts stock-takes, providing input into the annual budget and re-forecasts, as well as weekly forecasting and budgeting. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a fast-paced management accounting position, working to tight deadlines, with strong influencing and communication skills. You will work closely with the General Manager and deputize in their absence.

Note: ONLY CANDIDATES WITH PREVIOUS MOTOR RETAIL EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Company: CHRIS EASTWOOD AUTOMOTIVE LTD
Suite 10, The Chestnuts, 4 Stortford Road, Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1DA