Job Duties (Will Include but Not Be Limited To)
- Embrace and exhibit Walser CORE values
- Full general ledger accountability for the dealerships in their channel; this includes:
- Cash Management
- Balance Sheet and associated schedules
- Income Statement accuracy
- Accounts Payable within the channel
- Accounts Receivable within the channel
- Partner with GMs to conduct financial review meetings monthly
- Deliver executive-level financial summaries and communications (written, and verbal)
- Serve as subject matter expert on the accounting of all OEM and related programs
- Responsible for producing GAAP financial statements on a monthly basis
- Oversee budget, cost controls, financial analysis, accounting practices and reporting
- Analyze and interpret financial data and recommend changes to improve systems for financial controls and performance
- Maintain communication with internal accounting leaders
- Responsible for operational knowledge of the CDK DMS system and other 3rd party software utilized in dealership operations
- Responsible for coordinating audit requests pertaining to their dealership group
- Responsible for assisting in the forecasting and budgeting processes for dealership entities
- Responsible for assisting in onboarding of any acquired dealerships/dealership groups, including assistance with due diligence work
- Drive accounting operational efficiencies
- Develop and achieve team OKRs (Objectives & Key Results)
- Must wear safety eyewear at all times when in dealership service departments
- Must wear hard-toed shoes and slip resistant footwear in when in dealership service departments
- All other duties, tasks and/or projects as assigned
Expected Direct Reports
- Accountant(s)
- Sr. Staff Accountant
- Staff Accountant/AR/AP
- Biller(s)
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
- At least 6 years of accounting experience
- Thorough knowledge of general accounting, including the application of general accounting theory
- Broad conceptual judgment, initiative, and ability to deal with complex accounting issues
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Dealership or Automotive experience highly preferred
Physical Demands
- Moving and walking around the Corporate Office and/or other Walser locations
- Sitting, standing, reaching, bending within a cubicle/desk area
- Utilizing a computer for day-to-day tasks and electronic technology required by OEMs