Accountant / Financial Controller - Automotive Dealership

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1dc15cd1-468b-48f7-acf5-a66bb43acd9e Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Our client is a newly established automotive dealership group launching a premium, new energy passenger vehicle brand. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic group seeking to be renowned for excellence in the retail automotive space.

The Role:

Based in the inner-city area of Sydney, this is a rare hands-on opportunity to be an integral part of this dealership "start-up". Reporting to the Dealer Principal, this autonomous role will be responsible for the full finance function, setting up systems and processes.

We require someone who is an "all-rounder" and is prepared to manage multiple accounting and admin tasks - no two days are the same

Key Responsibilities:

  • Initially this will involve processing vehicle deals, manage stock entries and reconcile OEM incentives.
  • Vehicle stock control and floorplan reporting
  • Manage day-to-day accounting functions across dealerships
  • Prepare monthly management reports, P&Ls, and forecasts
  • Monitor cash flow, budgets, and variance analysis
  • Ensure compliance with tax and financial regulations
  • Lead end-of-month processes, reconciliations, and financial close
  • Oversee procurement and supplier agreements
  • Manage payroll and employee records
  • Manage HR compliance. Support on boarding paperwork and ensure PAYG, Superannuation and leave entitlements requirements are met.
  • Implement accounting and dealer management systems
  • Develop templates, checklists and workflows covering dealer operations. and dealer management systems.

About You:

  • Previous experience in a dealership or automotive accounting is essential, preferably across multiple sites.
  • Dealership start-up experience highly regarded.
  • Not essential but CPA / CA qualification would be highly regarded
  • Strong understanding of dealership operations and DMS platforms (e.g. Pentana)
  • High level of accuracy, analytical skills, and time management
  • An ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment whilst maintaining attention to detail
  • A positive, proactive, solutions-focused attitude with genuine desire to engage with the broader team
  • Dedicated to efficiency with proven experience in automation and continuous improvement
  • Genuine passion for the automotive industry and delivery of excellence in customer experience.

Eligibility: Only Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents will be considered at this time.

If this opportunity fits your experience and is of interest, please submit your resume in Word format. Should you wish to have a confidential discussion regarding this role contact Sharon Henderson on or Pam Ashcroft on

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