Overview:
Location: Hybrid / Remote in UK or NI
Contract Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £42,000 - £52,500 per annum, based on experience
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm (37.5 hours)
Welcome to the accounting department, where everybody counts....
If you want to be lead a fun and exciting Accounts department (yes you read that right) then you're in the correct place!
Are you motivated by balancing balance sheets, spending hours reviewing budgets and expenditure, or producing monthly, quarterly and full year end Accounts? Ideal. You're almost the perfect candidate for this role. Accompany this with a proven track record in an Accountancy role in the motor trade and you're exactly the person we're looking for.
You'll need to be business savvy, articulate and investigative, with an organised approach to get the job done well. You'll be required to work with a wide team and with the support of our amazing Financial Controller - there are no limits to what you can achieve.
Our Charles Hurst division is recruiting for a highly dynamic and experienced Dealership Accountant to join our friendly team. You will be responsible for leading our team of account assistants and assistant accountants to provide an exceptional accounts experience to the Division.
Working alongside the accounts team, you will report to our Retail Operations Financial Controller and be a strong leader in the team. This role can be based in mainland UK working remotely or in Northern Ireland with hybrid working from our Charles Hurst Head Office. Please note, if based in mainland UK some occasional travel may be required to our Charles Hurst sites across Belfast.
Responsibilities:Our Dealership Accountants provide financial support to all areas of the business including operational, financial, and divisional management as and when required. They are strong leaders who fit in well with the management team.
The ideal candidate will have prior experience with high account volumes, always striving for perfection! Experience in the motor trade would be preferred but is not essential if you have substantial accountant experience. You will be proactive, dynamic, pay good attention to detail and a confident individual.
Having previous experience of using Kerridge would be advantageous, although not essential as training will be provided.
If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.
About Us
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.
We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to the business which is why we are continually working to provide a market leading rewards and benefits package.
Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive a driver's licence check will also be carried out.
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