Overview
Training and Implementation Consultant (Accounts/Finance) at Pinewood.AI. This role focuses on delivering high-quality implementations for the Accounts module of our platform to automotive retailers across the UK and internationally. The candidate should have experience in dealership finance and be capable of training, configuration, and ongoing consultancy to maximise value from the Automotive Intelligence Platform.
Key Responsibilities
* Implement and configure the Pinewood.AI platform in new and existing dealerships, focusing on the Accounts module.
* Lead high-quality implementation projects, ensuring smooth transitions from legacy systems through to Go Live.
* Collaborate with dealership stakeholders to understand finance requirements and align system configuration with business processes.
* Deliver clear, engaging, and tailored training sessions for finance teams, including accounts clerks, assistant accountants, and accountants.
* Support financial controllers and managers in accessing accurate reporting, compliance tools, and management information.
* Provide ongoing consultancy, both onsite and remotely, to support adoption and optimisation.
* Proactively identify opportunities to improve implementation practices and enhance customer experience.
* Continuously develop system knowledge across financial modules, functionality, and integrations.
* Act as a trusted advisor, helping customers gain the maximum value from our Automotive Intelligence Platform.
Requirements
* Experience working in a dealership finance role, such as an accountant or assistant accountant, with a strong understanding of daily and month-end processes.
* Knowledge of core accounting activities, including VAT returns, reconciliations, accruals, journals, balance sheets, and management reporting.
* Hands-on experience with a Dealer Management System, ideally Pinewood.AI.
* Confident in training and coaching others, with the ability to adapt to different teams and learning styles.
* Strong communication and presentation skills, able to build relationships with both finance teams and senior stakeholders.
* Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple implementations and priorities at once.
* Analytical and methodical approach with excellent attention to detail.
* Proactive and self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and collaborative mindset.
* Willingness to travel to dealerships as required.
* Full, clean UK driving licence.
Desirable Experience
* Direct experience with Pinewood DMS or another automotive management or accounting platform.
* Understanding of how finance and vehicle operations interact within dealership processes.
* Experience in system optimisation, process improvement, or change management projects.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience (£28,000-£32,000)
* Company car
* Bonus scheme (up to £10,500 - OTE £42,500)
* Share scheme
* Hybrid working
* 25 days holiday plus all UK bank holidays
* Life assurance
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Free onsite gym (Birmingham)
* Regular social events
* Employee recognition and awards
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent chance to apply dealership knowledge in a new way. By moving into this role, you’ll help retailers across the UK and beyond to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and achieve more with our platform. The role offers continuous learning, career progression, and the opportunity to work on diverse projects.
About Us
Pinewood.AI is an Automotive Intelligence Platform that enables automotive retail customers and OEMs to drive growth and profitability across the business. Our cloud-based, secure ecosystem unlocks value for customers, with a vision to be a full-service technology partner that helps automotive retailers and OEMs run more efficiently and increase revenue by enabling better decisions.
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