Group Finance Manager in Edgware
Posted by Octane Recruitment
£70,000 – £80,000 a year
Edgware · Permanent
Location: London | Jemca Toyota Edgware - Flexible to be based at any Jemca Dealership, with weekly travel to the Edgware branch required.
Salary: between £70,000 to £80,000
Hours: Monday to Friday: 08:30 – 17:30 OR 09:00 – 18:00
Hybrid Working: 2 days working from home | 3 Days working in office
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Company Car Provided
Drive Your Career Forward – Join Jemca Car Group
Jemca Car Group is seeking an experienced Group Finance Manager to join our team. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for group financial planning, management reporting, cash flow forecasting and treasury operations across a multi-site automotive business. To be considered for this role you must be a qualified ACCA or CIMA Accounant.
As a Group Financial Manager you will be working closely with the Group Financial Controller and senior leadership team where you will play a pivotal role in strengthening financial controls, improving working capital performance and delivering valuable commercial insights to support strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
- Group Financial Reporting: Oversee accurate and timely group financial reporting, ensuring compliance with internal reporting standards and deadlines.
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead the preparation of consolidated budgets, forecasts and medium-term financial plans to support strategic decision-making.
- Treasury Management: Take full ownership of group treasury operations, including banking relationships, liquidity management and working capital performance.
- Cash Flow Forecasting: Manage weekly, monthly and rolling six-month cash flow forecasts, monitoring cash positions and improving forecasting accuracy.
- Financial Systems & Automation: Manage group reporting through Mazepoint and drive process improvements and automation using Jedox.
- Working Capital Management: Monitor working capital performance and collaborate with General Managers and Market Area Accountants to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Financial Controls & Compliance: Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, banking controls, fixed assets and financial governance across the Group.
- Audit & Statutory Reporting: Coordinate annual external audits and support the preparation of statutory financial reports.
- Leadership & Team Development: Manage, mentor and develop the Holdings Accountant, ensuring high standards of financial reporting and performance.
- Senior Management Support: Provide financial analysis and commercial insights to the Finance Director, Group Financial Controller and Senior Management Team.
- Deputising Responsibilities: Act on behalf of the Group Financial Controller during periods of absence, overseeing finance operations and attending senior management meetings.
What We’re Looking For:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACCA or CIMA) with relevant post-qualification experience.
- Previous experience within the automotive retail or motor trade sector would be highly advantageous but not essential.
- Proven experience in group financial reporting, consolidation, budgeting and forecasting within a multi-site organisation.
- Strong understanding of treasury operations, cash flow forecasting, liquidity management and working capital.
- Experience preparing financial forecasts, budgets and management reports to support strategic business decisions.
- Previous experience managing, mentoring and developing finance professionals.
- Strong knowledge of financial controls, balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting and audit processes.
- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, with experience using financial reporting systems. Knowledge of Keyloop, Mazepoint or Jedox would be advantageous.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to analyse financial performance, identify opportunities and support profitability.
- Ability to present complex financial information clearly and effectively to senior management.
- Excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting strict deadlines.
- Must hold a Full UK Drivers License as traveling to other branches is required when needed.
Why Join Us?
We offer an excellent working environment with strong career support and one of the most competitive benefits packages in the automotive sector:
Car & Lifestyle Benefits:
- Company Car
- Staff Car Scheme – Drive a new Toyota or Lexus every 6–9 months with no deposit and low monthly payments.
- Vehicle Purchase & Servicing Discounts – Exclusive savings for you and your family.
- Perkbox Membership – Enjoy high street and online discounts, free perks, and wellness tools.
- Virtual GP Access – 24/7 support for medical appointments, mental health, and family services.
- Permanent Health Insurance – Income protection in case of long-term illness.
- Life Assurance – Financial protection for your loved ones.
- Free Eye Test Vouchers – Redeemable at Specsavers.
- 6 Weeks Annual Leave, increasing with service.
- Holiday Carry-Over – Option to carry over up to 1 week per year.
- Long Service Awards – Bonuses up to £1,500 and extra time off.
- Celebration Gifts – Recognising birthdays, weddings, and new additions to your family.
- Aviva Pension Scheme – With company contributions and access to Aviva rewards.
- Online Retirement Planning Portal.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential advice for financial, legal, and emotional support.
Jemca Car Group is one of the UK’s leading Toyota and Lexus retailers. With over 500 employees across 11 locations, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer experiences and providing a rewarding and supportive environment for our people.
We are committed to developing our teams with industry-leading training and a clear path for career progression.
How to Apply:
If you’re an experienced Finance Manager with a keen eye for detail and a passion for process excellence, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to become a Group Finance Manager and start your next chapter with Jemca Car Group.
Reference: RPOALL
Consultant: Chandré Heunis
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