Overview
Divisional Financial Controller for Kia, Ford, Changan and Select Used Cars. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller with strong cross-functional collaboration across the business, including the Divisional Brand Director and Site Accountants.
About The Business
Our business started over 60 years ago and has been in the same family ever since. From humble beginnings, we have grown to be in the top 50 car dealers in the country. Across our 26 businesses we have a stable workforce of over 600 people. We recruit for attitude and train for skills and value our Family Values of Fit, Fun, Family and Fearless.
About You
We are recruiting a Divisional Financial Controller who will take overall responsibility for financial management across our Ford, Kia, Used Car Ossett and New Changan sites. The successful candidate will report to the Group Financial Controller and develop strong working relationships across the business, particularly with the Divisional Brand Director and Site Accountants.
The ideal candidate will be an established dealership or divisional accountant, ideally a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).Franchised motor trade experience is essential, with prior experience managing multiple sites. You should be an excellent communicator with the ability to engage staff at all levels, with a proven track record of managing a team. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise to meet tight month-end deadlines are required.
Responsibilities
* Leading the divisional finance team in the delivery of accurate, timely monthly, quarterly and annual management and financial reporting.
* Providing accurate and timely management information in collaboration with the Divisional Brand Director.
* Performing accounts reviews with the Brand Director and Site Dealer Principals.
* Understanding Manufacturer Bonus schemes and ensuring earned bonuses are accrued appropriately.
* Providing monthly commentary on the division’s performance for the Board.
* Controlling month-end shutdown on the Dealer Management System (Pinnacle).
* Overseeing monthly, quarterly and annual tax compliance.
* Attending operational meetings and liaising with external stakeholders.
* Liaising with non-financial departments and staff members.
* Supporting the business on profitable growth, highlighting opportunities and risks.
What We Offer
* World-class training from our own trainer and brand partners.
* 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with service length.
* Preferential servicing and repairs rates for family and friends’ cars.
* Workplace pension scheme.
* £25 contribution to eye tests.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Long service awards.
* Referral scheme.
Hours
8:30–5:00, Monday – Friday
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, disability or other characteristics.
Job Details
* Job Opening ID: ZR_677_JOB
* Date Opened: 09/09/2025
* Job Type: Full time
* Industry: Automotive
* Work Experience: 4-5 years
* Salary: To Be Discussed On Application — Commensurate With Experience
* City: Leeds
* Province: West Yorkshire
* Country: United Kingdom
* Postal Code: LS
Divisional Finance Controller- Kia/Ford/Changan/Select Used Cars – Leeds, England, United Kingdom
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