Automotive Dealership Controller
Expected salary range
$100,000
Job status
Location
Workplace
Job Description
Our Client is a growing, family-owned automotive dealership group looking for an experienced Automotive Dealership Controller to manage the accounting operations of an import-brand dealership in Edmonton, Alberta.
About the role
This position is ideal for an experienced dealership Controller who enjoys leading a team, maintaining accurate financial records and working directly with dealership management and ownership.
Our Client offers a supportive work environment, a straightforward management structure and opportunities for career advancement. As the dealership group continues to grow, there is potential to move into a senior leadership position overseeing accounting operations across multiple dealerships.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily dealership accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, vehicle inventory and deal posting.
- Prepare accurate monthly and annual financial statements.
- Complete manufacturer financial reporting and management reports on time.
- Manage bank, floorplan, inventory and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Monitor cash flow, banking, accounts receivable and accounts payable.
- Work with dealership management to prepare budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
- Monitor dealership expenses, profitability and financial performance.
- Maintain proper accounting procedures and internal controls.
- Ensure payroll remittances, tax filings and financial reporting deadlines are met.
- Hire, train, supervise and support accounting department employees.
- Work with external accountants, financial institutions and manufacturer representatives.
- Identify opportunities to use AI and automation to improve accounting processes and reporting.
- Resolve accounting discrepancies and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Controller or Accounting Manager in a franchised automotive dealership.
- Experience supervising and managing an accounting team.
- Strong knowledge of dealership financial statements and accounting procedures.
- Experience with vehicle inventory accounting and floorplan financing.
- Strong understanding of month-end and year-end financial reporting.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, financial controls and expense management.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with an import-brand automotive dealership.
- Experience using PBS dealership management software.
- CPA designation is an asset but not required.
Benefits
- Annual Salary: $100,000+, depending on experience.
- Vacation: 3 weeks paid vacation.
- Benefits: Available immediately upon employment.
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Supportive, family-owned dealership group.
- Direct access to ownership and senior management.
- Opportunity to advance into a senior accounting leadership role.
- Potential to oversee Controllers and accounting operations across multiple dealerships as the company expands.
- Relocation assistance is available (normally as forgivable loan).
Continue your search
Recruiting Room Ltd
Experienced Automotive Dealership Controller needed in Edmonton, AB to manage accounting and lead team at an import-brand dealership.
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