Dealership Accountant; FTC Stourbridge, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Mercedes-Benz of Stourbridge – Temporary, Full time - 6 month FTC.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 09.30am - 17.30pm (37.5 hours).

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands with a large network of dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We invest in a rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Welcome to the accounting department, where everybody counts. If you want to lead a fun and exciting Accounts department and balance balance sheets, review budgets and expenditure, and produce monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounts, you may be a good fit for this role.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience in an accounting role, ideally in the motor trade, but relevant accountant experience is acceptable. You will be business savvy, articulate, investigative, and well-organised, with the ability to work with a wide team and with the support of Financial Business Partners.

If this role is ticking all your boxes, please apply today.

EEO Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive, and empowering our people to bring their whole self to work.

• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly and annual financial statements; support period-end closings and financial analysis.
• General Ledger & Reconciliation: Maintain the general ledger; reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet items.
• Accounts Payable/Receivable: Oversee vendor payments and customer collections; resolve billing discrepancies.
• Inventory & Cost Accounting: Track vehicle/parts inventory; perform floor plan reconciliations.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to policies, GAAP, and tax regulations; support audits and internal controls.
• Tax & Filing Support: Assist with tax reporting (sales, property, income); liaise with auditors as needed.
• Management Support: Provide financial insights and assist with budgeting and forecasts.

• Prior experience in an accounting role; motor trade experience is preferred but not essential if you have accountant experience.
• Proactive, dynamic, with good attention to detail and confidence.
• Experience using dealer systems (e.g., Pinewood / Kerridge) is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView Pay Now – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We are committed to nurturing our people with manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities.