Job Description

Part-Time Management Accountant

Company: Everyday Car Auctions & Hunt Motor Services

Location: Hertford, Hertfordshire

Job Type: Part-time (2-3 days per week)

Salary: 24,000 per year

About the Companies

Everyday Car Auctions and Hunt Motor Services are sister companies operating side by side in Hertford. Together, they form a collaborative and integrated business within the car sales and vehicle servicing industry.

Everyday Car Auctions helps customers sell their cars quickly and transparently, while Hunt Motor Services handles vehicle servicing and preparation. The two businesses are closely linked in their daily operations and share the same physical site.

State of Play

We want to be upfront: as a fast-growing business, our financial record-keeping to date has been basic and inconsistent. We've not had an in-house accountant before, and our systems and documentation need improvement.

This role is a key step in professionalising our finance function. We're looking for someone who can review and correct past records, introduce better structure, and help us implement best practices going forward. You'll be joining at a pivotal moment and will have full support from the director to take ownership of this transformation.

Working Environment

The role is based in a functional on-site porta office within an open car yard. While the workspace is compact and practical, it provides direct access to the operational heart of both businesses. This is a hands-on role in a real-world environment.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records for both businesses Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports Managing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with HMRC Overseeing payroll and pension submissions Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management Establishing or improving internal finance systems and processes Reporting directly to the company director and advising on financial matters

What We're Looking For

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or similar) Proven experience working independently in an SME or similar setting Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, and UK accounting standards Familiar with accounting tools such as Xero or QuickBooks Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a practical setting Able to handle finance across two interlinked businesses

Benefits

Flexible working hours (choose how you do your 16 hour week, over 2 or 3 days) Free on-site parking Casual, collaborative working environment Autonomy and ownership from day one Pro rata holiday and pension contributions

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability. We're looking to fill this role as soon as possible, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 16 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Do you have experience preparing monthly management accounts and VAT returns for small businesses? Are you comfortable working part-time (2-3 days per week) on-site from a porta office within a car yard in Hertford? Are you proficient with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage?
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Accountant