Dealership Accountant; FTC United Kingdom

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

Contract Type: Temporary, Full time - 6 month FTC

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 09.30am - 17.30pm (37.5 hours)

Welcome to the accounting department, where everybody counts.

If you want to be led a fun and exciting Accounts department you’re in the right place! Are you motivated by balancing balance sheets, reviewing budgets and expenditure, or producing monthly, quarterly and full year end accounts? Ideal. You should have a proven track record in an accountancy role, ideally in the motor trade.

You will need to be business savvy, articulate, investigative and organised. You will work with a wide team and with the support of our Financial Business Partners.

• 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.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience with high fleet account volumes. Experience in the motor trade is preferred but not essential. Proactive, dynamic, detail‑oriented and confident.

Previous experience using Pinewood, Kerridge or other dealer systems is advantageous but training will be provided.

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression
• 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
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services
• Dental insurance
• Optional critical illness cover

• MyView Pay Now – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save and track your money
• Free will writing services
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance
• Discounted gym memberships
• Travel insurance
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• Beyond card and a range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive and empowering.

We strongly believe in nurturing and training our people to enhance career development opportunities.

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