Controller – Automotive Group

COMPANY:

A well-established and rapidly growing automotive retail group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Controller to join our leadership team. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of dealership accounting, and a drive for accuracy, efficiency, and profitability.

Dealership Controller

Key Responsibilities: 

• Prepare and report monthly financial statements in accordance with dealership and manufacturer guidelines, formats, and deadlines.
• Compile and submit financial statements and supplemental data for performance groups or executive reporting.
• Hire, train, manage, and supervise accounting personnel.
• Prepare weekly and monthly forecasts in coordination with the General Manager and submit relevant financial reports to executive management.
• Calculate and post monthly commissions for department managers based on dealership performance.
• Provide timely reports and keep management informed of income and expense trends by department and store.
• Collaborate with department leaders and executive management to improve profitability through expense control and process improvement.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll and related payroll tax entries.
• Reconcile all manufacturer-related accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, incentives, floorplan assistance, holdbacks, advertising, and more.
• Maintain reconciliation of all balance sheet accounts to the general ledger.
• Attend and actively participate in weekly manager meetings, accounting conference calls, and quarterly management reviews.
• Oversee intercompany reconciliations between related entities.
• Manage extended warranty, insurance product, and finance reserve reconciliations, including monthly adjustments.
• Oversee reconciliation of floorplan statements and manage relationships with financial institutions during audits.
• Ensure accurate inventory reconciliation with dealer statements.
• Manage preparation and submission of tax-related filings and payments, including monthly VIT and sales-related reports.
• Review monthly parts and vendor reconciliations and ensure appropriate adjustments are made.
• Oversee preparation and filing of required compliance forms.
• Monitor bank activity and post select transactions as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by executive leadership.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of automotive dealership accounting experience.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong proficiency with dealership management systems and accounting software.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
• Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and senior leadership.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance preferred.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be eligible to work in the US
• Must pass drug test and extensive criminal background screening
• Motivated to go above and beyond the minimum standard

BENEFITS:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.