Join an exceptional automotive group!

We are looking for talents to join a renowned automotive group. In an environment where innovation and excellence are at the heart of our success, we offer a dynamic work setting that fosters professional growth.

Why join us?

By becoming part of our team, you will benefit from numerous advantages:

• Competitive compensation commensurate with your expertise.
• A comprehensive group insurance plan, including an employee and family assistance program.
• An RRSP plan with employer contributions to better plan your future.
• Team events to enhance cohesion and collaborative spirit.
• Free parking to simplify your daily life.

Summarized job description

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance/Operations, the Controller is responsible for financial planning and accounting practices at the dealership under their purview.

Main functions

• Perform bank reconciliations;

• Prepare government reports and remittances;

• Ensure the closure of financial statements;

• Prepare and analyze financial reports and statements;

• Present sales and expense analysis and report the financial status of the dealerships under their responsibility to management;

• Manage cash flow and the floor plan;

• Develop control systems to enable the effective operation of the business;

• Maintain accurate records;

• Implement and maintain data processing systems to meet the objectives of the dealerships under their responsibility;

• Responsible for organizing and structuring the accounting department;

• Ensure team efficiency by improving and implementing accounting and operational procedures and following up with managers;

• Responsible for the annual audit with external auditors;

• Manage accounting operations, including reviewing accounting entries, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and statutory reports;

• Ensure financial functions are reconciled monthly, including, but not limited to, cash, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, payroll administration, and intercompany accounts;

• Review dealers' financial statements and related reports, as well as quarterly workbooks to ensure consistency and compliance with policies and procedures;

• Monitor and review actual results against forecasts to ensure any issues are identified and corrected in a timely manner;

• Regularly communicate budget status to stakeholders; identify risks and contribute ideas to improve profits and/or control expenses;

• Be attentive to organizational needs;

• Lead, train, coach, and develop the accounting team;

• Participate in the hiring process for their staff;

• Ensure effective communication within the department as well as across the organization and seek harmony and teamwork with all other departments;

• Workforce training law.

Prepare all required documents to comply with the Workforce Training and Development Act (1% law); Compile data and analyze training needs from the previous year and the current year to establish the training budget; Ensure that all steps related to the achievement of pay equity have been completed; Oversee the retirement plan program.

Other tasks

Participate in management meetings, as requested; Attend any training as requested by a supervisor; Perform any other tasks as requested by their supervisor and as needed by the organization.

Requirements

Minimum relevant experience of 5 years and/or Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; Strong skills in establishing procedures; Multi-site accounting; Experience in the automotive industry as well as knowledge of DMS-type software: CDK, PBS, a plus.

Required skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and growing environment; Mobilizing approach with the ability to delegate; Possess leadership; Excellent verbal and written communication; Analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to work in a team; Sense of responsibility and organization; Initiative, judgment, and autonomy; Priority management, flexibility, and adaptability; Professional behavior and representative of the employer.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted to facilitate reading and has no discriminatory intention.

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Compensation: starting from $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Supplementary Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Accounting: 5 years (Required)

Job location: On-site