Commercial Financial Accountant — Path to Financial Controller

Auto Boland Group; Waterford; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Bike to work scheme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Job summary

Autoboland Group is seeking a Newly/Part Qualified Accountant to support its financial management and drive business performance from Waterford. This on-site role offers progression into a Financial Controller position within the group.

You will manage financial controls, reporting, and collaboration with management and operations across multiple sites, with a clear path to leadership within the team.

Qualifications

• Part-Qualified or Newly Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA).
• Experience in financial management within commercial, retail or multi-site environment.
• Strong leadership, organisational and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commercial mindset with ambition to improve business performance.
• Proficient in accounting software and dealer management systems.
• Strong Excel, reporting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning, oversight and management of the Group's financial and accounting activities.
• Prepare periodic financial analysis, management reports and performance reviews to support informed business decision-making.
• Work closely with senior management and operational teams to support efficient day-to-day business operations.
• Oversee key accounting functions, including creditors, debtors, cash flow management and reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and year-end audit processes.
• Maintain accurate financial, vehicle stock and associated records across the Group's dealer management systems.
• Assist in monitoring departmental performance, margins, rebates, commissions and warranty allocations.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial controls, reporting processes and operational efficiencies.
• Liaise with banks, finance providers, suppliers and manufacturer representatives.
• Provide financial support and commercial insight to management across the Group.
• Undertake ad hoc duties as required to support the evolving needs of the business

Skills

Excel

Reporting

Analytical skills

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

Accounting software

Dealer management systems

Job description

Autoboland Group is seeking a Newly/Part Qualified Accountant to support its financial management and drive business performance from Waterford. This on-site role offers progression into a Financial Controller position within the group.

You will manage financial controls, reporting, and collaboration with management and operations across multiple sites, with a clear path to leadership within the team.