Assistant Controller - Automotive Dealership Group

About Us

Preston Automotive Group is a multi-rooftop dealership group committed to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers and our communities. Our centralized accounting team supports operations across 25 locations, and we’re looking for a detail-driven Assistant Controller to grow with us.

The Opportunity

This is a development role. You’ll work directly alongside our Controller, learning the full scope of dealership group accounting with the goal of taking on increasing ownership of month-end close, reporting, and multi-store oversight. 

What You’ll Do

• Assist with month-end close across multiple dealership locations, including journal entries, accruals, and preparation of the monthly manufacturer financial statements.

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, contracts in transit, vehicle inventory, floor plan, parts, WIP, payables, and receivables.

• Review and monitor schedules for aging, accuracy, and timely clearing of open items.

• Support the Controller with internal reporting, store performance metrics, and analysis for management.

• Help oversee and train office staff, including billing, payables, receivables, and title clerks.

• Ensure accurate processing of vehicle deals, F&I products, and factory incentives and holdbacks.

• Identify process improvements and help maintain strong internal controls.

• Take on special projects and cover for the Controller as needed.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of accounting experience, automotive dealership accounting experience is a plus.

• Strong Excel skills and experience using and implementing AI to improve accounting workflows.

• Solid understanding of GAAP and account reconciliation.

• Highly organized, accurate, and able to manage deadlines across multiple entities.

• Clear communicator who’s comfortable working with store managers and office staff.

• Eagerness to learn and grow into greater leadership responsibility.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting; prior supervisory experience.

What We Offer

• Salary range of $75,000 to $125,000, based on experience and qualifications

• Competitive benefits package with 401k match 

• Direct mentorship from an experienced Controller and Director of Accounting

• A clear path for growth and advancement