Passenger Vehicle Dealership Accountant

Passenger Vehicle Dealership Accountant - Gauteng, Eastern Suburbs

Recruiter

Select Motor Recruitment

Job Ref

JHB000842/DP

Date posted

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

Location

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

Remuneration: R30 000 + Medical Aid + Provident Fund

Purpose Of The Job

Our client is looking for a qualified and experienced Accountant to join the team. The Accountant is responsible for managing and overseeing the financial operations of the dealership, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with company policies and statutory requirements, and providing financial insights that support business performance and profitability. The role plays a key part in budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and the management of dealership assets, stock, and operational expenditure.

POSITION INFO

Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports within prescribed deadlines
• Analyse dealership financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability
• Monitor income statements, balance sheets, cash flow, and key financial indicators
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of all general ledger accounts
• Prepare and submit financial reports to manufacturer and group head office requirements

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
• Monitor actual performance against budgets and identify variances
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to management

Dealership Accounting Operations

• Oversee vehicle stock accounting and floorplan reconciliations
• Manage vehicle sales reconciliations and deal file audits
• Ensure accurate processing of new and used vehicle transactions
• Monitor parts, service, and vehicle department financial performance
• Reconcile manufacturer incentive claims, rebates, and bonus programmes

Cash Flow & Asset Management

• Manage dealership cash flow requirements and banking relationships
• Monitor debtors, creditors, and working capital performance
• Ensure proper control of dealership assets and inventory
• Oversee fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with IFRS, company policies, tax regulations, and statutory requirements
• Prepare VAT, PAYE, and other statutory submissions
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance procedures
• Coordinate internal and external audits

Payroll & Human Resources Support

• Review payroll reconciliations and commission calculations
• Assist with payroll-related financial reporting and provisions
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and reporting requirements

Stakeholder Management

• Partner with dealership management to support operational and strategic decision-making
• Liaise with auditors, financial institutions, manufacturers, suppliers, and corporate finance teams
• Provide financial guidance and support to departmental managers

Minimum Requirements

• BCom Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field in an automotive environment
• Completed Articles (advantageous)
• Minimum 3–5 years' accounting experience within a motor dealership environment
• Experience with dealership management systems such as Kerridge, Automate, Autoline, Evolve, Drive drive standard preferably
• Strong knowledge of dealership financial operations, vehicle stock accounting, and manufacturer reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Motor Industry experience Essential!!

Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application.

Applications should be submitted no later than 2 weeks from advertising.