Accountant – 6 Month FTC

At Geely our story began in 1986 with a simple but powerful idea an idea that has driven us to become one of the worlds most forward-thinking automotive groups. For nearly three decades weve been redefining mobility through our iconic global brands including Geely Auto Volvo Cars Polestar Lotus Zeekr Lynk & Co the London Electric Vehicle Company Farizon and more. We are Geely Auto UK the UK arm of Geely Auto Group. Having entered the market in 2025 with our first electric SUV the Geely EX5 were continuing to grow rapidly as we build a nationwide dealer and service network.

Job purpose:

You will be responsible for supporting the financial accounting operations and commercial finance operations of the company by ensuring timely and accurate reporting business partnering and compliance with UK statutory and regulatory frameworks. This is a hands-on role requiring a proactive detail-oriented individual with accounting expertise.

The role will provide technical assistance to key stakeholders to analyse and report on key business risks

Main responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with applicable Accounting Standards and reporting requirements in UK and any other relevant markets.

Month-end close and preparation / submission of monthly accounts including submission to Group within allocated timelines each month

Assisting Financial Controller and Commercial Finance Manager with Annual Budgets & Monthly Rolling Forecasts including key P&L items / Balance sheet and Cashflow

Ensure all balance sheet accounts are correctly reconciled on Monthly basis

Ensure all accounts payable and accounts receivable are accounted for and correctly managed by our outsourced partner

Working closely with the operational teams to provide financial insight and understand variances of actuals v budget revenue & expenditure.

Continuously review and update Financial IT systems to improve efficiency and controls

Create and update processes and procedures manuals

Assisting with cash management review and processing of payments as required

Other project work as required

Education Skills and Personal characteristics required:

Bachelors degree or above in Finance Accounting Business or related is desirable

Qualified professional accountant (ACA ACCA CIMA)

Minimum 1 year post qualification experience.

Experience of systems processes and controls within a subsidiary of a global group

Preferably worked in automotive business

Establishing & monitoring controls policies and procedures

Helping the Company to make the right decisions; and

Ensuring the Finance Team operates efficiently and effectively

What can we offer you beyond the salary:

25 days annual leave bank holidays (Pro rata)

Company pension scheme

x6 Life assurance

Medicash

We are an equal opportunities employer:

At Geely Auto UK we value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all candidates. We are committed to fair recruitment and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to reach their full potential. If you believe you are right for this role we warmly welcome your application.