Dealership Accountant

Location: Lookers Mercedes-Benz Tonbridge, flexible to work between sites (Mercedes-Benz Ashford and Mercedes -Benz Canterbury)

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: Competitive Salary, (based on experience)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 08.30am – 5.00pm or 09.00am – 5.30pm (37.5 hours)

Lookers Mercedes-Benz is recruiting for a highly dynamic and experienced Dealership Accountant to join our finance team on a permanent basis. 

Working alongside the accounts team, you will report to our Market Area Accountant and Financial Controller and be a strong leader in the team. This opportunity to join one of the top automotive industries is not one to be missed. Lookers will help build your knowledge and experience, allowing you to develop your skills and establish a strong career within the industry.

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.  

• Production of accurate monthly management accounts in accordance with group policies and procedures which are to be submitted in accordance with group reporting deadlines 
• Attendance at monthly and quarterly business reviews 
• Analysis and interpretation of dealership key performance indicators 
• Management and control of all dealership’s financial information reporting 
• Ability to develop the accounts team 
• Deputise for the Market Area Accountant

Experience in the motor trade would be preferred but is not essential if you have 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. Or, if you require further information about this vacancy, please email sukhkhatkar@lookers.co.uk

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 believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

· Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business

· Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service

· Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave

· Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

· Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs

· Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing

· Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments

· Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

· MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app

· Will writing services to help plan for the future

· Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

· Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle

· Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence

· Access to home and technology vouchers

· bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst 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 driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.