Passenger Vehicle Dealership Accountant - Gauteng, Eastern Suburbs

Select Motor Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Select Motor Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage financial reporting for a motor dealership. You will prepare management accounts, monitor stock, and ensure IFRS compliance.

The role covers budgeting, cash flow, payroll support, and liaison with auditors and manufacturers. A strong Excel skill set and motor industry experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3–5 years Accountant experience within a motor dealership environment.
• Experience with dealership management systems such as Kerridge, Automate, Autoline, Evolve, Drive is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of dealership financial operations, vehicle stock accounting and manufacturer reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; motor industry experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports within prescribed deadlines.
• Analyse dealership financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability.
• Monitor income statements, balance sheets, cash flow and key financial indicators; reconcile general ledger accounts.
• Prepare and submit financial reports to manufacturer and group head office requirements.
• Oversee vehicle stock accounting and floorplan reconciliations; manage vehicle sales reconciliations and deal file audits.
• Ensure accurate processing of new and used vehicle transactions; monitor parts, service and vehicle department financial performance.
• Reconcile manufacturer incentive claims, rebates and bonus programmes; manage dealership cash flow and working capital.
• Coordinate internal and external audits; ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory requirements; assist payroll-related reporting.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education

Matric

Financial qualification

Tools

Kerridge

Automate

Autoline

Evolve

Drive

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports within prescribed deadlines
• Analyse dealership financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability
• Monitor income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, and key financial indicators
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of all general ledger accounts
• Prepare and submit financial reports to manufacturer and group head office requirements

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and identify variances
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management

Dealership Accounting Operations

• Oversee vehicle stock accounting and floorplan reconciliations
• Manage vehicle sales reconciliations and deal file audits
• Ensure accurate processing of new and used vehicle transactions
• Monitor parts, service, and vehicle department financial performance
• Reconcile manufacturer incentive claims, rebates, and bonus programmes

Cash Flow & Asset Management

• Manage dealership cash flow requirements and banking relationships
• Monitor debtors, creditors, and working capital performance
• Ensure proper control of dealership assets and inventory
• Oversee fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, tax regulations, and statutory requirements
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance procedures
• Coordinate internal and external audits

Payroll & Human Resources Support

• Review payroll reconciliations and commission calculations
• Assist with payroll-related financial reporting and provisions
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with dealership management to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Liaise with auditors, financial institutions, manufacturers, suppliers, and corporate finance teams
• Provide financial guidance and support to departmental managers

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• A qualification in the financial field would be advantages
• Minimum 3-5 years Accountant experience within a motor dealership environment
• Experience with dealership management systems such as Kerridge, Automate, Autoline, Evolve, Drive standard preferably
• Strong knowledge of dealership financial operations, vehicle stock accounting, and manufacturer reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Motor Industry experience Essential!!