Management Accountant – Automotive Group – Derby (Pride Park HQ)
Salary: £40,000 – £47,000 (negotiable for the right candidate)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am–5pm (flexible / part-time options available)
We are a dynamic multi-franchise automotive group with two Kia dealerships, a dedicated used car centre, a thriving fleet division (1,200+ units annually), a busy accident repair centre, and expanding service & parts departments. Alongside our core motor trade operations, we also manage a high-profile restaurant & cocktail bar, a construction arm, and a large property portfolio – all supported by our central accounts team based at Pride Park, Derby.
As part of our growth strategy, we are now seeking an experienced and motivated Management Accountant to work closely with our Group Financial Controller, overseeing a team of three accounts staff while also supporting the management of a sales admin team of three.
The Role
* Day-to-day management of the accounts team across three busy sites
* Oversight of sales administration processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
* Preparation of management accounts, forecasts, and analysis reports
* Supporting financial control across new cars, used cars, fleet, aftersales, and bodyshop divisions
* Working with our Pinnacle DMS system to ensure accurate financial data across the business
* Assisting in strategic projects including trade parts growth, Kia Van franchise launch, and used car volume expansion.
* Supporting wider group finance functions including property, hospitality, and construction
About You
* Previous motor trade dealership accounts experience is essential
* Ideally qualified (ACCA / CIMA) but not essential – strong dealership experience is valued above all
* Proven ability in a Management Accountant or Assistant Accountant stepping-up role
* Or, equally, a Financial Controller seeking a step-back with flexibility
* Strong leadership skills – able to manage and motivate teams
* Excellent attention to detail with the ability to see the bigger commercial picture
* Hands-on, proactive, and confident working in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment
Why Join Us?
* A business in growth mode – new franchises, parts expansion, and multiple divisions under one group
* Flexibility: we are open to full-time or a 3-day working week for the right candidate
* A genuine opportunity to shape financial processes across a group employing over 200 staff
* Supportive management structure with direct input into commercial decision-making
* Competitive salary package, £40,000 – £47,000, negotiable based on experience
Location: Pride Park, Derby (central accounts office, covering all group businesses)
If you are ready to take the next step in your motor trade accounts career – whether stepping up or stepping down – we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and let's talk.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract
Pay: £40,000.00-£47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Experience:
* Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person