Temporary Dealership Accountant in West Yorkshire

Chris Eastwood Automotive Ltd; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment firm is seeking a Temporary Dealership Accountant in West Yorkshire for a 12-month assignment. The role requires producing management accounts, providing financial guidance, and analyzing performance metrics in a fast-paced automotive environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate previous motor trade experience and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce accurate monthly management accounts according to standards.
• Attend monthly business reviews to provide financial guidance.
• Analyze key performance indicators for weaknesses and opportunities.
• Participate in annual budget preparation and reconciliation tasks.

Skills

Kerridge/CDK experience

Previous motor trade experience

Excellent organizational and prioritization skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Good analytical skills

Attention to errors

Ability to handle confidential information

Job description

Specialist Recruitment Consultants
to the Automotive Industry

Temporary Dealership Accountant in West Yorkshire

Reference: 13283

Position: Temporary Dealership Accountant

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary Package: Please contact us for details.

Description

This is a temporary assignment for approximately 12 months, involving the production of accurate monthly management accounts in line with standard accounting practices and Group policies, submitted within strict deadlines. The role includes attending monthly business reviews with the Dealer Principal and line managers to provide financial and operational guidance, analyzing key performance indicators to identify weaknesses and profit opportunities, and participating in annual budget preparation. Additional duties include full monthly balance sheet reconciliations, payroll input, VAT returns, manufacturer composites, and other ad-hoc reporting as required.

Skills & Attributes

• Kerridge/CDK experience
• Previous motor trade experience
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills to meet deadlines under pressure
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good analytical skills with attention to errors
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

Note: Only candidates with previous motor retail experience will be considered for this position.

Company: CHRIS EASTWOOD AUTOMOTIVE LTD

Address: Suite 10, The Chestnuts, 4 Stortford Road, Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1DA