Average Dealership Accountant salary in the UK

Job Title: Dealership Accountant - Automotive Experience Required. Sector: Car Sales / Automotive Location: Aberdeen Salary: Up to £50,000 (including bonus) Benefits: Management car scheme, re-location package available Part Remote Working an option. Our client is a large, well established Car Franchise Dealership in Scotland. They are now actively looking to recruit an experienced Accountant to be based from their head office in Aberdeen. The role of the Accountant is to support the management team and sales teams to meet agreed business goals and ensure the smooth running of the finance department & vehicle admin teams. The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing the accounts team, including aspects such as sales and purchase ledger, payroll and management accounts. The role involves but not limited to: Ensuring that the company standards, policies and procedures are fully complied with in their department.To take the lead in the development of annual sales plan and budgets with the Managing Partner.Accurately prepare monthly accounts, forecast and trends to meet group deadlines.Carry out detailed VAT checks monthly and complete and submit quarterly VAT returns.Ensure payment of salary and wages to dealership personnel is carried out timely and accurately and that all records, either by law or by the company, are maintained with no errors.Maintain relevant records to ensure year end corporation tax schedule and P11D schedule may be completed accurately and timeously.Ensure purchase ledger, credit control, cash and banking procedures are adhered too.Liaise with internal & external auditors over the final / interim audits and produce year-end financial details as required.Ensure finance team receive monthly coaching and development, to help identify future individual and departmental needs & carry out regular 1-2-1's.Establish yourself as a key member of the management team directly supporting the Managing Partner. Our Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be able to clearly demonstrate how they have optimised business performance in a similar, fast paced organisation, whilst maintaining excellent Stakeholder relationship. Managing a team of people and dealing with guests and external suppliers means you will need to be an excellent communicator with exceptional people management skills. Experience from a Car Sales background would be a definite advantage. Candidate must be a fully qualified and have a full and valid driving licence.

Dealership Accountant - Motor Trade - Sunderland Area Salary: £56,000 plus company car & company benefits (Negotiable)Working hours: Monday to Friday Ref: OC14943We are currently recruiting for an experienced motor trade Dealership Accountant / Financial Controller for our client's site in the Sunderland Area. This is a superb opportunity for a Dealership Accountant / Financial Controller to join a fantastic team, work in a progressive role and work with a great brand. We are looking for a Dealership Accountant with atleast 18months experience in the role at a busy main dealer operation. Benefits: Company carPension, life assurance and many more Dealership Accountant Role:Working for a superb brand, within a national dealer group. This Dealership Accountant position in main is to oversee the financial/Accounts department. The position involves managing staff and dealing closely with Senior Management to make sure accounts are completed accurately.- Management Accounts & forecasting- Monthly reports, budgeting- Managing the accounts teamDealership Accountant Requirement:- Must have at least 18 months' experience as a Dealership Accountant within the motor trade.- Having qualifications such as CIMA & AAT would be advantageous but not essential as the ideal candidate will have a good understanding of the motor trade- Full UK driving licenceOctane RecruitmentINDSR Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries. We are recruiting across the UK for Head of Business, General Manager, Dealer Principal, General Sales Manager, New Car Sales Manager, Used Car Sales Manager, Dealership Accountant, Financial Controller, Aftersales Manager, Service Manager, Centre Manager, Sales Director, Operations Director, Regional Director, Bodyshop Director, Bodyshop Manager Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.

Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified or Qualified. Ecos Company Car Scheme Large Progressive Group requires a forward-thinking Dealership Accountant to join their team. In return, you will receive a highly competitive Salary plus a Bonus plus Car. The company are highly regarded within the trade and will allow you to grow and progress within the Group, progression and promotions are on offer for the right candidates. This is an exciting position with a company with world-leading brands. Basic upto £48,000(Dependant on experience) + £3k Bonus + Car + Pension + Benefits A fantastic opportunity for a dedicated, high-calibre Dealership Accountant to be instrumental in the development and growth of a busy dealership. The role requires a self-motivated and focused person who will quickly establish themselves as a key contact for Management Information for the business. You will be responsible for the smooth running of the accounts function, delivering timely and accurate management accounts. Develop controls to maximize returns and cash flow and utilize your financial and management experience to ensure the effective running of the dealership. This role is ideal for an articulate, methodical and analytical individual. The Candidate: Strong technical and analytical accounting skillsExceptional leadership skills but with a good sense of humourThe successful candidate will have a proven track record within the motor industryPrevious Accountancy Experience within a Car Dealership and Kerridge, Pinnacle or a similar Accounting PackageStrong written and communication skills The Role, duties will be varied and will include: Monthly management accounts - providing detailed analysis and commentary which will involve liaison with the Divisional Finance Directors.Collation and examination of the purchase and sales ledger information from the centralised accounting department.Supervision of one or two Accounts staff and a Sales AdministratorAnalytical support across the business, evaluating profit optimisationMonitoring performance measurement tools and techniques for projects to form an end conclusion.Review of capital and project appraisals.Consolidation of group budgets and forecasts.Investigative and analytical exercises as required.