Company Accountant
JOB_53759744772323Job type
PermanentLocation
HelensburghWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Senior Finance QualifiedIndustry
AutomotivePay
£45,000 - £55,000 DOE
Company Accountant | Motortrade Experience Necessary | Company Car | Career Progression | Helensburgh
Your new company
The company 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 full compliance 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
Proven motortrade accounting experience is essential
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a Management Team
Experience with Drive, Kerridge, Pinnacle, or similar DMS/accounting systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
- Proactive, initiative-taking, and commercially aware
What you'll get in return
- Company car
- Competitive salary package dependent on experience
- Employee ownership
- Hybrid working & flexible hours
- Career progression
- Opportunity to make a financial & operational impact
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Talk to Holly Osterberg, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Glasgow, 3rd Floor, The Beacon, 176 St Vincent StreetTelephone 03300102556