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Brief Role Summary:

• To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of all financial management practices, activities and processes in order to deliver on approved operational financial plans and to continuously enhance service delivery. Provide direction, review and report up the line.
• This is a Middle Management position.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Controls:

• Maintain a sound financial base of the allocated Branch/s
• Check Income statement on a weekly basis for misallocations
• Investigate all unusual entries
• Monitor the GP% for reasonableness
• Alert Dealer Principal and Departmental managers to any problematic situations or anomalies on the numbers promptly
• Assist and advise all department managers on costs and budgetary performance regularly
• Monitor financial performance of all departments and advise on possible improvement areas
• Reconcile and Review all Balance Sheet accounts – audit file to be done and complete by the 10th working day of every month
• All queries in audit file to be resolved within 30 days
• Responsible for accuracy of reconciliations
• Ensure that journal file is kept to date with proper authorization and supporting documents
• Assist the DP to drive weekly branch management meetings and monthly staff meetings

Safeguarding Assets & Risk Management:

• One physical vehicle stock count to be performed monthly – touch ALL vehicles
• Ensure weekly vehicle stock count balance and follow up on reconciling items
• Key and Natis recon to be done by stock controller – check and sign off by FM
• Ensure all stock in transit vehicles are stocked by stock controllers before month
• Perpetual parts stock counts to be done on a monthly basis
• Ensure that cash procedures are in place at dealerships
• Asset counts are done according to policy

Expense Management:

• Always get three quotes from suppliers to ensure we are paying the lowest price
• Ensure that all agreements with a period longer than 1 month are covered by a proper SLA and reviewed by Motus legal
• Report excessive expenses to DP & Regional Financial Manager
• All expenses processed in the correct accounting month and department

Policies & Procedures are adhered to:

• Ensure that there is proper segregation of duties
• Assess policies and procedures on a regular basis to ensure objective is still being achieved
• Ensure new policies & procedures are implemented with immediate effect
• Report all policies & procedures not adhered to promptly to DP and RFM

Communication and Collaboration:

• Coordinate with team members, supervisors, and other departments to ensure efficient workflow.
• Report any issues related to inventory, equipment, or packaging to the supervisor.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to improving warehouse processes.

Responsible for oversight of the Administration at dealerships below:

Credit Notes

• All credit notes must be authorized by the DP, department manager or Accountant – must comply with regional delegation of authority levels
• Check all supporting documentation is attached and correct a/p credit request

Cash Sales – Parts & Workshop

• Cash sales to be reviewed on a daily basis – follow up all queries older than 3 days
• Ensure all money received at the branches are receipted immediately and banked daily

Cash Sales – Parts & Workshop

• Cash sales to be reviewed on a daily basis – follow up all queries older than 3 days
• Ensure all money received at the branches are receipted immediately and banked daily

Parts & Workshop department

• Review  WIP weekly and ensure open job cards are adequately explained
• Review a sample of job card costing in the workshop – Kia service & maintenance plans and warranty jobs

After sales

• All after sales should be analyzed to ensure vehicles are not being delivered without being properly reconditioned
• Ensure AOD’s are signed for money to be recovered from staff and salary input schedules updated timely

SL age analysis

• Proactive Debtors management according to company policy,

PL age analysis

• Review all PL recons
• Release payments as first signatory
• All queries more than 30 days must be resolved

Cash on hand and Bank Accounts

• Bank and Cash on hand accounts to be allocated daily
• All queries must be resolved within 3 days
• Ensure monies received at Dealership are banked daily

Monitor vehicle invoicing & deliveries

• Ensure procedures are in place to prevent vehicles being delivered and not invoiced on Drive

Vehicle purchase account

• Vehicle purchase accounts should be reviewed on a weekly basis
• Queries to be resolved before month end

Vehicle accessory accruals/estimates

• Review “unreceived cost” report on a weekly basis – follow up with stock controller.

Staff & Salaries

• Train and develop staff as and when required
• Check and submit all staff related documentation to Motus payroll timeously
• All commissions and other incentive to be reviewed and submit to RFM, DP and Payroll in time
• Review monthly salary pre-runs and ensure the correct salaries/commissions/incentives are paid and deductions for AOD’s are correctly completed

Reporting

• All reporting, including Hyperion reporting and Hyperion pack, must be accurate and deadlines met as per monthly calendar from RFM
• Compile annual budgets and rolling forecasts for presentation to DP and RFMs
• Timely and accurate FIC, VAT, PAYE and Tax related reconciliations/submissions
• Upload monthly BEE and Sustainability reporting for complete accuracy and completeness

Other

 Due to the responsibility of your job function there will always be matters that needs to be addressed outside of your job description which you will be held responsible for

• Always attempt to sort out queries yourself, inform Regional Office if you have any difficulty in resolving a query
• Report all risks to DP and RFM timeously
• Ensure the company’s best interest is always your first priority

Qualifications:

• Relevant Finance Degree or Diploma in Finance (min 3-year diploma) or equivalent.

Skills & Competencies:

• Drive system experience (All Modules)
• Excel (High proficiency)
• 2 to 5 years Motor Industry experience (preferable)
• Very sound knowledge of accounting and VAT principles
• Good interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Accuracy and detail oriented
• Good administrative and communication skills, ability to work under pressure
• Team player and problem solver
• Energetic, positive and proactive

Closing Date 05 May 2026

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Job description: 

• To deliver accurate and timely bookkeeping services by processing financial transactions efficiently and preparing financial reports in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures and legislative requirements.

Specific Role Responsibilities 

• Precise and prompt debtors invoicing and collections.
• Efficient and meticulous processing of creditor invoices and capturing of payments.
• Thorough and timely processing of cashbook transactions and preparation of bank reconciliations.
• Petty cash administration.
• Ensure all month-end processes are completed within stipulated deadlines.
• Adhere to established processes and governance requirements.
• Achieve agreed performance targets in accordance with set procedures and service level agreements.
• Execute duties in line with governance and compliance frameworks.
• Identify and implement appropriate solutions to operational challenges and escalate unresolved matters.
• Record and report on work activities to provide reliable and up-to-date information for decision-making within the area of accountability.
• Plan, coordinate, and perform all financial and bookkeeping tasks effectively to optimize productivity and minimize delays in achieving office objectives.
• Ensure financial administration processes comply with internal control policies and corporate governance standards and report any discrepancies to the immediate supervisor.
• Verify that all financial transactions are correct and that documentation is properly maintained and securely stored.
• Process or accrue expenses correctly within the financial system during the allocated month.
• Cash on Hand and Bank to be reconciled
• Ensure payments checked and submitted timeously for payment
• Ensure Allocations are done daily
• Ensure Debtors are managed and followed up
• Processing and Reconciliation of All back end
• Process and follow up on orders
• Reconcile Balance sheet accounts up to TB and assist in counts where necessary
• Reporting – check and report on expenses
• Deliver work activities effectively to satisfy customers.
• Attend learning initiatives to improve work quality and enhance own skills.
• Facilitate ad hoc support and training to ensure knowledge transfer.

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric with Accounting and Mathematics 
• Accounting/Bookkeeping Diploma or relevant qualification
• Must have at least 2 years of bookkeeping experience within the automotive industry in a dealership environment 

Skills and Personal Attributes

• Improvement Orientation
• Interpersonal Effectiveness
• Planning and organizing 
• Computer Accountancy Applications 
• Computer Literacy 
• Financial Acumen
• Financial Systems Administration 
• General Business Bookkeeping

Closing Date 11 May 2026

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Job Description:

• The successful candidates will be responsible to deliver sales in order to process sales of pre - owned vehicle transactions accurately and timeously through the execution of predefined work objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures.

Specific Role Responsibilities

Processes and governance:

• Identify and apply known solutions to operational problems and escalate unresolved issues 
• Deliver on agreed performance targets according to set procedures and service level agreement 
• Report on transactional activities to provide timely information for decision making in area of accountability
• Execute work in line with governance and compliance processes 
• Provide advice and support to customer and their requirements in order to achieve & maintain set customer service excellence standards
• Contribute to the design, development, implementation and evaluation of marketing campaigns aimed at the increase of new vehicle sales 
• Negotiate price, finalise sales and follow-up with customers to ensure exceptional customer service
• Adhere to legal compliance to the FICA regulation, POPI Act and Customer Protection Act 
• Process all leads of prospective customer and follows up on possible sales
• Pursue and develop customer relationships for the acquisition of vehicle sales in line with set targets
• Manage the effective resolution of customer complaints, ensuring problems are addressed in a timely and accurate manner 

Finance:

• Execute work activities effectively and efficiently in order to prevent financial losses

Client/Customer

• Deliver work activities adequately to satisfy internal and external customers 

• Contribute to a culture of customer service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback as well as exceptional service delivery 

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric Certificate 
• 3-5 years working experience in a similar environment 
• A valid South African driver's license 

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Developing sale 
• Making a sale 
• Persuasive selling skills 
• Product and or service knowledge 
• Trust and integrity

Closing Date 11 May 2026

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Job Description:

• The successful candidates will be responsible to deliver sales in order to process sales of pre - owned vehicle transactions accurately and timeously through the execution of predefined work objectives as per agreed standard operating procedures.

Specific Role Responsibilities

Processes and governance:

• Identify and apply known solutions to operational problems and escalate unresolved issues 
• Deliver on agreed performance targets according to set procedures and service level agreement 
• Report on transactional activities to provide timely information for decision making in area of accountability
• Execute work in line with governance and compliance processes 
• Provide advice and support to customer and their requirements in order to achieve & maintain set customer service excellence standards
• Contribute to the design, development, implementation and evaluation of marketing campaigns aimed at the increase of new vehicle sales 
• Negotiate price, finalise sales and follow-up with customers to ensure exceptional customer service
• Adhere to legal compliance to the FICA regulation, POPI Act and Customer Protection Act 
• Process all leads of prospective customer and follows up on possible sales
• Pursue and develop customer relationships for the acquisition of vehicle sales in line with set targets
• Manage the effective resolution of customer complaints, ensuring problems are addressed in a timely and accurate manner 

Finance:

• Execute work activities effectively and efficiently in order to prevent financial losses

Qualifications and Experience:

• Matric Certificate 
• 3-5 years working experience in a similar environment 
• A valid South African driver's license 

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Developing sale 
• Making a sale 
• Persuasive selling skills 
• Product and or service knowledge 
• Trust and integrity

Closing Date 05 May 2026

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Job Description

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostic work and support mechanics as set out by the Foreman.
• Carry out fault diagnosis to aid and speed up vehicle servicing.
• Take steps to ensure servicing of vehicle remains within the targeted percentages of the manufacturers' time.
• Discuss matters with service advisors and customers as required and provide coherent explanations.
• Ensure standards are maintained with regards to vehicle care and safety whilst performing functions.
• Ensure vehicles are returned to the customer after service in a neat and clean condition.
• Complete all necessary and relevant training as required by the OEM (online, classroom, other mediums of training) within reasonable time frames.
• Admin functions: Complete forms and documentation included in the company's service routine.
• Draft and prepare any reports required.
• Mentor apprentices, sign off logbooks and evaluate their technical ability (if applicable)
• Ensure effective communication with team members and colleagues across departments, with customers and service providers.
• Participate in marketing campaigns when required for the furtherance of the business.
• Any other duties as may reasonably be required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified Technician; minimum 3-5 years of experience after qualifying as a Technician is essential.
• KIA technician experience will be of advantage
• Relevant OEM product training - will be an advantage.
• Need excellent “fix right first time” track record.
• Competent at operating manufacturer diagnostic equipment/ computer in order to access information required to perform the role and complete duties associated with the role.
• Mechanical insight Problem solving and motor vehicle fault finding skills.
• Mental alertness
• Must have sound English communication and writing skills to accurately record findings and work on job cards.
• Meticulous Customer orientated
• Team player and Interpersonal competence
• Decision making and action orientated.
• Valid, unendorsed driver’s license

Skills and Personal Attributes Customer Service

• Fundamental problem-solving capacity
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Product and/or service knowledge
• Research and Information Gathering
• Technical Ability
• Technical Learning
• Trust and Integrity

Closing Date 08 May 2026

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Job Description:

• The successful candidate will be responsible to develop tactical strategy and associated delivery plans and policies ensuring maximum efficiency and profitability of the dealership whilst providing customer satisfaction daily.

Specific Role Responsibilities:

• Come to work with a win-win attitude
• Sit with Sales managers and F & I Managers daily. Discuss Debtors, deals invoiced, deals pending and activities, applications, trade- in valuations, stock levels, Daily CMS meetings and sales activity planning
• Every morning check Work-In progress, cash sales for workshop and parts, vehicle debtors, interest. Check loan car status (why on loan? when is car due back?)
• Do a daily walk-about of your Dealership ensure it is clean and tidy and is inviting to your customers.
• Handle customer complaints daily, follow-up and close them off. Weekly:
• Meet with salesmen, sales managers and F & I managers together twice a week. Salesman to discuss individual targets and how many deals they are each on and how many deals they will have invoiced and delivered by Friday (mini-month-end).
• Weekly meeting with all managers: sale by DP, Sales Manager and salesperson. Ensure sales manager has two vehicles per salesman invoiced and delivered by the end es managers, F & I managers, parts managers, workshop manager and accountant. Discuss where we are in the month, were we need to get to, to reach budgets. Discuss any problems between department and how to resolve them
• Go through trading accounts, have Accountant correct any errors you pick up. Do this weekly to prevent the month end drama
• Do weekly boots and bonnet inspections of all company demos
• Monthly Managers meeting to discuss previous months results, department by department. Discuss any abuse of expenses

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5 - 8 years' experience in a similar environment, of which 2 - 3 years at management level
• A valid South African driver's licence.

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Business and Operations Management
• Developing sales Financial Acumen
• Governance, Ethics and Values
• Negotiation Skills
• Occupational Health and Safety 
• Operations Risk Management 
• Planning and budgeting 
• Planning, Management and Measurement 
• Product and/or service knowledge 
• Trust and integrity 

Closing Date 11 May 2026