Accountant - Main Dealer
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About Profile
This candidate is an ACCA part-qualified Dealership Accountant with over 10 years’ experience working within automotive finance departments across both major dealership groups and privately owned motor trade businesses. Their background covers dealership accounting, multi-site financial management and the preparation of detailed management accounts within busy automotive retail environments.
Having progressed from Assistant Accountant into senior dealership accounting positions, they have developed a strong understanding of the financial requirements of both franchised main dealers and used vehicle operations. Their experience includes producing monthly management accounts, managing balance sheet reconciliations, preparing manufacturer composite submissions and overseeing the purchase and sales ledgers.
One of their key strengths is their ability to manage complex accounting operations across multiple sites. They have previously held responsibility for consolidating financial information from five dealership locations, managing cashflow forecasts, coordinating vehicle stock checks and preparing divisional accounts within strict reporting deadlines. Their experience also includes working within a high-volume fleet operation handling more than 6,000 vehicles annually.
Alongside financial reporting, they are confident working closely with Dealer Principals, Heads of Business and senior management teams to review profitability, monitor debtors and identify areas where financial performance can be improved. They have extensive knowledge of dealership budgeting, forecasting, working capital and year-end audit preparation.
They are particularly experienced with automotive dealer management systems, including Keyloop/CDK, Rev8, Navigator and Pinewood AI. Their technical knowledge also includes advanced Excel reporting, financial reconciliations and supporting dealership system transitions.
With experience managing accounts and administration teams, they bring a well-rounded approach to dealership finance, combining technical accounting knowledge with strong organisational skills and commercial awareness.
They are now seeking a long-term Accountant opportunity within an established automotive business where they can contribute to financial reporting, operational efficiency and overall dealership profitability.
Key Experience & Strengths
ACCA part-qualified Dealership Accountant
10+ years’ automotive finance experience
Monthly management accounts and financial reporting
Multi-site consolidation and balance sheet reconciliations
Manufacturer composite submissions
VAT returns and year-end audit preparation
Cashflow forecasting and budget management
Payroll, commission and bonus calculations
Purchase ledger and sales ledger management
Vehicle stock checks and funding reconciliations
Keyloop/CDK, Rev8, Navigator and Pinewood AI
Advanced Excel and financial analysis
Accounts team management and staff development
Full UK driving licence
What They’re Looking For
Dealership Accountant or Automotive Accountant role within a main dealer group, used car operation or established motor trade business.
Salary Expectations
£45,000+ basic salary
Availability
4 weeks’ notice
Location
Looking for roles within up to 45 minutes of Manchester.
This candidate would be a strong addition to any automotive business seeking an experienced Dealership Accountant with excellent financial reporting knowledge, multi-site accounting experience and a proven ability to support management teams with accurate financial information and commercial decision-making.
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