Dealership Accountant
17 days ago
Bolton
Dealership Accountant \n\nQualified / Part Qualified / QBE\n\nA well-regarded, stable and forward-thinking motor group is seeking to appoint an experienced Dealership Accountant to play a key role within an established car dealership. \n\nThis role does need someone to cover all parts of accounts from PL/SL to Mgm Accts from time to time, so it may also suit a first-time Dealership Accountant.\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a leading group that invests in its people, offering clear progression, internal promotion opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact within the business.\n\nThe Package\n\nPackage up to £55,000(dependent on experience), including a bonus, which you can control.\nCar and Pension\nLarge-company benefits\nThe Role\n\nReporting into the senior finance leadership team, you will take full ownership of the dealership's finance function, one or maybe two sites, delivering accurate and timely management information while supporting operational performance and profitability.\n\nYou will quickly establish yourself as a key financial partner to senior management, providing insight, control, and commercial challenge across the business.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nPreparation of monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis and commentary\nClose liaison with the Regional Accountant\nReview and control of purchase and sales ledger data from the centralised accounts team\nLeadership and supervision of Sales Administrators\nProviding analytical support to drive profit optimisation and cash flow\nMonitoring KPIs and performance measurement tools\nReview of capital expenditure and project appraisals\nConsolidation of budgets and forecasts\nInvestigative and ad-hoc financial projects \n\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\nQualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Fully Qualified Accountant, maybe you have lots of Experience.\nProven experience within a car dealership environment\nStrong technical and analytical accounting skills\nA Leader with a collaborative approach\nExperience using Kerridge, Pinnacle, Pinewood AI, or similar dealership accounting systems\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\nMethodical, commercially minded and highly organised\nHands-on, willing to roll sleeves up and get involved in the PL when needed. \n\nWhy Apply?\n\nJoin a progressive group with a strong reputation in the motor trade\nWork with a world-leading brand\nGenuine opportunities for career progression and promotion.\nA role with influence, variety, and visibility at a senior level