Accountant in Leeds

Accountant

Job Summary:

We are looking for an Accountant to join our busy Accounts Centre team in Leeds. The role is responsible for the delivery of accurate financial reporting to strict deadlines and the provision of financial guidance to operational colleagues throughout the dealerships. It is our ambition to make JCT600 the best place to work. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step of your career with a business that is focussed on you and your training and development, whilst offering you a flexible, supportive, and fun working environment in which you can thrive!

Your day to day will include:

• To advise HOB and senior managers on the financial policies of JCT600 Ltd and ensure adherence to them.
• To advise the HOB as necessary in the financial affairs of the business by providing professional expertise.
• To provide regular, accurate and meaningful financial accounts and other daily/weekly/period reports to Head Office, General Manager and senior managers as required.
• To oversee and control the dealership\’s borrowings, cash flow and liquidity, briefing the General Manager daily.
• To monitor financial performance and produce Key Performance Indicators for all departments.
• To advise Departmental Managers on financial performance, margins, costs and overheads, comparing actual to plan.
• To ensure optimum cash operating cycle by careful control of creditors, debtors and stock.
• To ensure proper and safe custody of all cash and convertible securities on premises and in transit in line with Group policy.
• To ensure relevant employees are informed of the current group cash handling procedures.
• To ensure that all confidential and sensitive records are stored and used within the requirements of the Data Protection Acts.

What we are looking for:

• Qualified or Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA Accountant
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues outside of the financial environment.
• Great knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Motor trade experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
• Ability to take responsibility and ownership of work.
• Proven track record on delivering high quality management reporting to a strict timetable & be able to work well under pressure.
• A driving licence is required.

What We Offer

Read more about our Employee Benefits – JCT600

• A competitive comprehensive package dependent upon experience
• Annual leave: 34 days including bank holidays, increasing to 36 days (5 years) and 38 days (10 years)
• Family support: Enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave
• Wellbeing & protection: Life assurance, pension, enhanced sickness cover
• Training & development: From foundation to advanced levels through brand partner training and our best-in-class leadership development
• Colleague car purchase scheme & servicing discounts
• Cycle-to-work and discounted gym schemes
• Referral scheme up to £1,000

Why JCT600?

• We\’ve spent over 75 years building a business that values its people and their careers
• We pride ourselves on being rated highly by colleagues for engagement and inclusivity
• Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our \”Life at JCT600\” philosophy and seven colleague commitments

How to Apply

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Inclusivity & Diversity

JCT600 Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

As part of our commitment to being an inclusive business, we\’re proud to be members of the Automotive 30% Club and a Disability Confident employer.

We try our hardest to make JCT600 feel like a home from home for all of our colleagues. To us, that\’s a place where we can all feel supported to be our true selves every day and where our workforce represents the wonderful communities we serve.