Accounting Manager/Controller

Growing Dealership | Competitive Base | Upwards Career Growth!

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Lauren Lehman
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Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us:

Are you a dynamic, driven, and experienced accounting professional with experience in the Automotive industry?

If so, we have a thrilling opportunity that might be the perfect fit for you. Our leading automotive dealership is currently seeking a Controller to join our fast-paced and innovative finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to utilize your skills in a challenging and rewarding environment. As our Controller, you'll be the backbone of our financial operations, ensuring the smooth running of our multi-franchise dealership.

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Why join us?

• 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health, and Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Job Details

Responsibilities:
1. Overseeing the operations of the accounting department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the department's goals and objectives.
2. Coordinating the preparation of the company's budget and financial forecasts, and reporting variances.
3. Preparing and publishing timely monthly financial statements.
4. Ensuring quality control over financial transactions and financial reporting.
5. Managing and complying with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
6. Developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
7. Conducting the year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
8. Leading and directing ledger entries and reconciliations, account analysis, and intercompany transactions.
9. Working closely with operational teams to understand and ensure accuracy of all financial reporting.
10. Collaborating with external auditors to ensure successful audit results and compliance.

Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. A CPA or MBA is preferred.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the automotive industry.
3. Proven multi-franchise automotive experience.
4. Solid understanding of accounting processes and procedures, including ledger entries, year-end close, reconciliations, and GL.
5. Proficiency with accounting software and experience with a software system implementation.
6. Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, cost accounting, and cost control principles, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
7. Strong leadership skills with a dedication to driving and achieving results.
8. Excellent analytical abilities to manage large amounts of data.
9. Attention to detail and accuracy in performance.
10. Superior verbal and written communication skills.

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