Are you an experienced Dealership Accountant looking for your next challenge? Premier Motors is seeking a commercially minded, detail-oriented professional to play a key role in the financial management of our busy dealership.

Reporting to the Dealer Principal the Dealership Accountant role will be involved in preparation of monthly divisional accounts for Retail meetings, along with day to day running of the finance function for our Isle of Wight operation to include cash management functions, control of sales ledger, purchase ledger and payroll, together with liaising with external advisers as appropriate.

Based at Premier Motors, Newport, Isle of Wight within the accounts department, the role will suit a suitably experienced accountant who wants to take the lead on a dealership accounting role.

Other duties may be required of the post holder in addition to those listed above and below, to ensure that the requirements of the business are met at all times.

Salary: Dependent on experience, will be discussed at interview stage

Hours: Monday to Friday - 8.00 am to 5.00 pm or 9.00 am to 6.00 pm i.e. 40 hours per week with 1 hour lunch break (unpaid).

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts.

• Prepare regular and timely reports for Dealer Principal, managers and retail Director on stocks and debtors.

• Assist with the Group cash flow situation, credit control, debt collection, warranty claims, etc.

• Prepare regular bank reports and forecasts.

• Reconciliation, control and correction of key balance sheet accounts.

• Assist in the preparation of monthly and year end accounts to a satisfactory level and in accordance with statutory and Company requirements.

• Monitor and correct vehicle sales P&L accounts.

• Monitor and control Reynolds & Reynolds/Power accounting package.

• Control of payroll and associated reporting.

• Ensure high standards of administration and record keeping in compliance with accounting practice and company procedures.

Ideally, we are looking for:

• Reynolds & Reynolds/Power experience would be an advantage.

• Strong spreadsheet knowledge to an advanced level.

• Previous experience of completing VAT returns and other statutory returns.

• To have previous experience as a management accountant within the motor trade.

• Have excellent attention to detail.

• Flexible attitude and ability to adapt in fast moving environment.

In return we'll offer:

At Premier Motors, you’ll benefit from:

• 30 days holiday including 8 bank holidays.

• Company sick pay that increases with length of service.

• Pension with Greenhous contribution.

• Career development opportunities.

• Employee discounts.

• Qualified First Aiders.

• Free will writing service.

• Free mortgage advice service.

• On-site parking (Site Specific).

Who we are:

Premier Motors is the Isle of Wight’s trusted automotive expert. We are proud to be the Main Ford Dealer, Ford Transit Centre, MG Dealer, and Van Centre Servicing provider, also offering an Accident Repair Centre and car & van hire services.

We are committed to delivering outstanding service and building lasting relationships with our customers.

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