Accountants and interim FDs for car dealerships
If you run a franchised dealership, dealer group or independent garage, we match you with a motor trade specialist who knows composites, Kerridge, Keyloop, Drive and Pinewood, stock finance and audit preparation. That's usually Abbeygate's motor trade team, led by a former dealer group finance director.
Who we help
- Franchised dealer groups
- Single-site franchise dealers
- Independent used car dealers
- Garages and bodyshops
- Groups whose FD or dealership accountant has left
- New franchise start-ups and business plans
What we can do for you
- Interim FD or dealership accountant cover
- Composite accuracy and mapping
- Audit preparation and support
- Board and manufacturer reporting
- DMS set-up, mapping and training
- AI and automation for month end
How it works
- Answer a few questions about what you need (two minutes).
- We match you with one firm: usually Abbeygate Accountancy, or one trusted partner if that suits you better. We tell you who first.
- They contact you the way you chose, with a fixed-fee quote. You decide.
How much will it cost?
Every situation is different, so firms quote after a short conversation. For a ballpark figure, try our accountant fee calculator or read how much an accountant costs.
Why use One Good Accountant rather than a quote site?
Quote sites pass your details to up to five firms and the fastest caller wins. We match you with one firm that fits, already checked for qualifications, AML supervision and insurance, so the one call or email you get is worth having.
Common questions
Can you cover our finance team if our FD or accountant leaves?
Yes. An interim FD or dealership accountant can step in while you recruit or restructure, and stay as long as needed.
Do you help with manufacturer composites?
Yes. We make sure the composite is accurate and correctly mapped, then turn it and your management accounts into reporting the board can act on.
Do you carry out dealership audits?
No. Abbeygate doesn't do audits. We get ledgers, reconciliations and stock in shape before the auditors arrive and support your team through it.
Which dealer systems do you work with?
Kerridge, Keyloop, Drive and Pinewood by Pinnacle, plus Xero for smaller operations.
Related guides
- Interim finance director cover for car dealerships
- Dealer composites explained
- When does your business need a finance director?