Job Description

The Corporate Controller fairly represents and reports on the financial condition of each dealership within the group, provides sales and expense analyses to support their operations, develops controls necessary for the proper conduct of the business, and maintains accurate records.

This position interacts daily with corporate accounting staff, store General Managers, and store department managers.

Job Responsibilities

The Corporate Controller is a key position that reports directly to the Corporate CFO/Ownership.
The Corporate Controller supports the entire accounting function and financial reporting for the dealer group.  Given that, successful candidates must be able to maintain excellent business relations with key stakeholders, both internally and externally.  Candidates will also be expected to help train, mentor, and motivate accounting associates to ensure that performance metrics and timelines are being met or exceeded.

Other essential responsibilities:

• Prepare complete financial statements and submit to both the manufacturer and management in accordance with established timeframes;


• Interpret and analyze financial statements;


• Stay informed and monitor the trends and cash needs of the business;


• Develop and maintain an effective cash management system;


• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the store to ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with dealership accounting processes and policies;


• Manage and safeguard the store’s assets and ensure the presence of adequate internal controls;


• Assist department managers in reading and interpreting their financial reports and in creating action plans needed to improve their operations.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in accounting is a must.  Bachelor's / MBA / CPA preferred; 


• Prior experience as a dealership Controller preferred;


• Prior experience with Cox Dealertrack software preferred;


• Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner;


• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary and long-term career development, we also offer:

• Salary range of $80,000-120,000 commensurate with candidate’s work experience;


• Paid vacation;


• Healthcare benefits;


• Vision, Dental & Life Insurance;


• 401(k) Retirement Plan;