Dealership Accountant (7-Month Fixed Term Contract)
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Location: Letchworth Garden City
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 Basic (Negotiable) + 10% Bonus + Company Car + Benefits
Command Recruitment are working with a large, progressive automotive group to recruit an experienced Dealership Accountant on a 7-month fixed-term contract for one of their flagship sites in Letchworth Garden City. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business representing a globally recognised automotive brand, offering exposure to a high-performing dealership and a supportive leadership team.
The Role
Reporting to the Divisional Finance Director, you will be responsible for overseeing the dealership's financial reporting and controls, providing commercial insight to support operational performance, and ensuring the smooth running of the accounts function throughout the maternity cover period.
Key Responsibilities
- Produce accurate monthly management accounts, including detailed analysis and commentary.
- Partner with the senior leadership team to provide financial performance insights and recommendations.
- Review and analyse purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounts function.
- Supervise and support the Accounts and Sales Administration teams.
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency through financial analysis.
- Monitor key performance indicators and support performance improvement initiatives.
- Review capital expenditure proposals and project appraisals.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Support audits, investigations, and ad-hoc projects as required.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, financial controls, and reporting requirements.
About You
- Previous experience as a Dealership Accountant, Management Accountant, Assistant Accountant, or similar role within the motor trade.
- Strong accounting, reporting, and analytical skills.
- Experience using dealer management systems such as Kerridge, Keyloop, Pinnacle, Drive, or similar. xgikmsk
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong o...
Dealership Accountant FTC employer: Command Recruitment Careers
Join a dynamic and supportive team at our well-established main dealership in Romford, where your career as an Assistant Sales Manager can truly flourish. We offer competitive salaries with uncapped earning potential, a company car, and a culture that prioritises employee development and teamwork. With a focus on excellence in customer service and a commitment to your professional growth, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your automotive management career in a thriving environment.
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