Assistant Controller - Serramonte, CA

Element Partners•Daly City, CA

About The Position

The Assistant Controller exercises sound judgment and makes independent discretionary decisions regarding the dealership’s overall financial and office workflow. The role manages dealership accounting tasks and related policies and procedures, serving as a business partner to the dealership General Manager. Under the direction of the Regional Controller, the Assistant Controller carries out applicable policies and responsibilities and implements controls to ensure compliance with company policies. The role directs office staff to ensure assigned tasks are completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

Accounting degree or equivalent experience.
Five years of experience managing the accounting function and leading the accounting staff of an automotive dealership.
Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation-based communication skills.
Excellent analytical, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
Very strong computer skills, particularly with Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with dealership management computer systems; ADP preferred.

Responsibilities

Support all departments in increasing revenue, controlling expenses, and contributing to customer and associate satisfaction.
Maintain accounting records in an orderly, current, and accurate condition.
Communicate company policies and ensure they are followed.
Maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies.
Recruit, supervise, and develop dealership office personnel.
Regularly audit balance sheets and schedules, address potential problems, and keep the Regional Controller informed of problems and potential liabilities.
Assist operations with dealership forecasting and budgeting.
Ensure timely completion of financial statements, monthly work papers, and reports, and resolve related issues.
Reconcile all dealership balance sheet accounts and clear reconciling items each month.
Review every dealership schedule monthly and make necessary corrections.
Ensure the DOC is prepared accurately and on time each day.