Your newpany
Thepany is a stable, forward‑thinking organisation with a strong reputation for excellence and outstanding customer service. Its experienced, employee‑led team has earned impressive recognition, including being ranked number one out of more than 6,000 branches across Europe for customer service. Alongside its high standards, the business is also well regarded by employees for offering genuine hybrid working options and flexible hours that support a healthy work–life balance.
Your new role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of a broad and influential role, leading high‑performing accounting while safeguarding key business assets.
You’ll oversee the full finance function, producing accurate monthly management accounts, fully reconciled balance sheets, and maintaining robust cash control. You will also manage payroll through Sage50, administer manufacturer bonus schemes, and ensure fullpliance with HMRC requirements, VAT submissions, P11D reporting, and statutory deadlines. This role also involves maintaining fixed asset registers, overseeing sales, purchasing and vehicle ledgers, and taking responsibility for the DMS system.
With year‑end schedules to prepare and collaboration with external auditors, this position offers genuine scope to influence processes, develop a capable finance team, and make a meaningful impact across the business.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Directors and Department Managers, providing meaningful financial insight, robust reporting, and operational support to help drive business performance and strategic growth.
What you'll need to succeed
1. Proven motortrade accounting experience is essential
2. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a Management Team
3. Experience with Drive, Kerridge, Pinnacle, or similar DMS/accounting systems
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
5. Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
6. Proactive, initiative-taking, andmercially aware
What you'll get in return
7. Employee ownership
8. Hybrid working & flexible hours
9. Career progression
10. Opportunity to make a financial & operational impact