Assistant Management Accountant
Benefits with the role
- Private Medical Insurance
- Health cash plan – Claim back medical costs
- Rewards platform – Gym & high street discounts
- 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Regular Pay Reviews
- Life Assurance
- Servicing, Parts and Accessories Discounts
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Staff Referral Scheme
- Learning and Development
- Enhanced Family Leave
- Volunteering Opportunities
- Onsite Parking
We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Management Accountant to join our central Management Accounts team within the Dick Lovett Group. This role will be based in Bristol and will report into a Senior Management Accountant, and it is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to progress toward a Management Accountant position.
Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Management Accountant, you’ll support the Management accounts team with the financial management of our dealerships across the Group. You will help produce accounts to trial balance, complete accruals and prepayments, carry out balance sheet reconciliations, and ensure all queries are resolved promptly.
You’ll also assist Management Accountants across the Group, reconcile finance commission and bonus income, prepare month‑end reports and analysis in relation to vehicle sales and Aftersales departments. Maintaining strong internal controls and supporting audit compliance will be key parts of your role.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience:
- Experience in an automotive accounts environment is highly advantageous
- Experience using Keyloop/CDK/Kerridge is beneficial
- Candidates should be studying at minimum AAT Level 3 level and be looking to further study CIMA / ACCA in the future.
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to be analytical and question processes and recommend alternatives.
- A proactive mindset with a desire to progress within the accounting profession
We are happy to discuss salary to ensure it reflects your experience and qualifications.
If you have the skills, drive, and enthusiasm to succeed in this role, you could be exactly who we’re looking for. Please apply today with your CV and covering letter!
Working at The Farmhouse
Explore locationAt Dick Lovett, our teams who work tirelessly behind the scenes are just as important as those who work in our busy dealerships. That is why in 2019, we renovated the original Farmhouse building located on our Bristol campus to house our Marketing, IT, Corporate, and Bookings teams.
The Farmhouse is situated just off the A4018, easily accessible from Junction 17 of the M5 motorway. Located in-between our Aston Martin and BMW Motorrad buildings, the Farmhouse features modern working offices and also has two boardrooms for important meetings and Group training.
Working in the Accounts and Finance team
Explore teamWorking in the Accounts & Finance Team is an exciting and challenging opportunity for anyone interested in finance and accounting. We’re committed to delivering the highest level of service to our customers, and our Accounts & Finance Teams play a crucial role in ensuring the financial stability and success our dealerships.
As a member of the Team, you will be responsible for a wide range of financial activities, including managing budgets, preparing financial reports, and analysing data to identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
Assistant Management Accountant
