Head of Finance – Car Dealership
Location: Harrogate
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 + Car Allowance & Benefits
Are you a strategic and hands-on finance leader looking to make a real impact in a fast-growing business? A dynamic and ambitious independent used car dealership in Harrogate is expanding across the North of England and are looking for a commercially astute Head of Finance to drive financial strategy, operational efficiency, and business growth.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving, entrepreneurial company at an exciting stage of its journey. As a key member of the leadership team, you’ll play a crucial role in shaping financial strategy, optimizing processes, and supporting commercial decision-making to fuel continued success.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Financial Strategy & Leadership – Develop and execute financial strategies that support business growth. Provide commercial insights to Directors, influencing key decisions and performance improvements.
* Financial Management & Reporting – Oversee financial operations, including payroll, invoicing, credit control, and cash flow management. Prepare accurate management accounts, variance analysis, and financial forecasts to drive decision-making.
* Process & Compliance – Ensure robust financial controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance. Lead the annual audit process and identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiency.
* Business Partnering & Commercial Finance – Support pricing strategies, cost analysis, and margin improvement initiatives. Work closely with operational teams to optimise working capital, stock control, and financial planning.
* Team Leadership & Development – Manage and mentor a growing finance team, fostering a high-performance culture and implementing best practices.
What We’re Looking For:
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with experience in a senior finance role.
* Proven track record in financial leadership, ideally within a fast-moving or high-growth industry.
* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive strategic initiatives and business performance.
* Excellent leadership and team management skills.
* Experience in the automotive sector would be an advantage but not essential.
What’s in It for You?
* A key leadership role in a growing, entrepreneurial business.
* Company car + competitive salary.
* Opportunity to shape the future of a business in an exciting growth phase.
* Work in a supportive, high-performance environment with career development opportunities.
This is a career defining opportunity for a forward-thinking finance professional who thrives in a hands-on role. If you're ready to take on a leadership role where your insights and expertise will shape the future of a growing business, we want to hear from you!