Role:                 Financial Controller – Automotive Dealership

Location:           Isle of Wight (Could be based in Portsmouth Area)

Job Type:           Full-Time, Permanent (3 days office on IOW, 2 days Remote)

Salary:                £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and commercially minded Finance Controller to lead the accounting and administration function within our dealership operations. This is a key role supporting senior management with accurate financial reporting, performance analysis and strategic decision-making. You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of financial processes, compliance with reporting deadlines and maintaining strong internal controls across all areas of the dealership.

Why us?

• Competitive salary
• 22 days annual leave + public holidays (increasing with service)
• Pension scheme
• Refer-a-friend bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support for mental health, financial, legal, and relationship advice
• Discount scheme – savings at major retailers, restaurants, and gyms 

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts at both departmental and business-wide levels
• Monitor performance against budget and provide variance analysis and commentary
• Manage cash flow and ensure adherence to banking agreements and manufacturer schemes
• Oversee dealership assets including debtors, stock, and funding facilities
• Collaborate with management to produce weekly forecasts and annual budgets
• Prepare annual consolidated accounts and support external audits
• Maintain and reconcile accruals, prepayments, provisions, and balance sheet items
• Ensure timely and accurate statutory reporting (PAYE, Social Security, VAT/GST)
• Manage payroll, bonuses, and commissions with accuracy and fairness
• Oversee use of Autoline DMS and related modules (VSB, ledgers, database management) 

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in automotive finance or dealership accounting
• Strong understanding of KPIs across Sales, Service, and Parts operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Experience with Keyloop (Autoline) DMS preferred but not essential
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and communicate financial insights clearly