Gauteng: Automotive Financial Manager posted by The Talent Room

• Manage the full accounting function for the dealership (GL, AP, AR, Cashbooks).
• Prepare monthly management accounts, variance reports, and financial forecasts.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data, reconciliations, and audit trails.
• Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Analyse expenses, profitability, and financial performance across departments (New, Used, Parts, Workshop).

Dealership Accounting & Controls

• Maintain compliance with industry-specific financial processes and OEM requirements.
• Implement and maintain internal control measures across all dealership departments.
• Oversee stock management and costing (vehicles & parts).
• Review age analysis, debtors, creditors, and cash flow.
• Handle VAT, PAYE, and statutory submissions.

Operational Support

• Partner with the Dealer Principal and department managers to support business decisions.
• Provide financial insight for sales, parts, and service operations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensure accurate processing of deals, settlements, commissions, and incentives.

Systems & Process Management

• Oversee the integrity of the dealership management system (DMS).
• Evolve DMS experience would be beneficial (processing, reporting, financial controls).
• Support system audits, updates, and process optimisation.

People Management

• Lead and mentor the finance and admin teams.
• Oversee workload distribution to ensure deadlines are met.
• Conduct performance reviews and ensure compliance with SOPs.

 
Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 with Accounting as a strong subject.
• BCom Finance / Accounting or relevant qualification (advantageous).
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience as an Accountant or Financial Manager in the motor industry.
• Strong knowledge of dealership financial processes and controls.
• Experience on Evolve DMS is highly beneficial.
• Proficient in Excel and dealership accounting software.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Valid driver’s license.