My client is a long established motor dealership in Lincolnshire with 2 franchises. They are looking to appoint a new Group Accountant to replace the incumbent who is leaving in 3 months. They are looking for a candidate to join before the current FD leaves to ensure a suitable handover / training period. Primary responsibilities Manage the existing finance team - ensuring accuracy and completeness of all day to day processing Reporting directly to the Group MD To build strong working relationships to ensure continuous improvement of financial processes and communication Through robust financial analysis help identify areas of potential profit improvement and cost reduction To maintain and review current KPI trends across the Group To provide up to date Financial Analysis of Sales and after sales Bonus programmes To provide up to date Financial Analysis for Group rebates earned in conjunction with the Group Operations team Set up compliance and risk management routines to test the robustness financial control of the Group Governance responsibility for Internal Financial Audits process and frequency Bring a proven track record in Group and site cash management, financial reporting and systems development Manage VAT, PAYE and other relevant taxes Ensure Group credit limits are reviewed and set without financial risk Continuous Working Capital Reviews and Reporting (Stock, Debtors, Cash) Build high level relationships with Bank, Finance Suppliers Be the lead contact with the Company's external Auditors Presentation of Financials at Senior Management Meetings Candidate Profile Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE Ideally will be experienced in the motor trade and understands multi-franchise and brand but is not essential At least 5 year's experience in a similar position Desirably would have Kerridge and or CDK/ ADP experience Hands on and prepared to roll your sleeves up. Proven track record of performance reporting and producing management and statutory financial statements. Advanced Excel user and proficient in other MS Office products. Proactive and self-motivated with excellent system skills. Good staff management skills