Automotive Controller - Anderson, SC

Element Partners•Pendleton, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

A well-established, family-owned dealership group in Anderson, South Carolina, is looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting across two rooftops. Together, the stores sell about 200 new and used vehicles a month. This is a chance to be the financial leader of a growing operation where your work is visible, valued, and tied directly to the success of the business and the family behind it. You won't be a number in a corporate structure here. You'll work closely with ownership and general management, have real input on decisions, and be part of a team that has built its reputation on treating customers and employees the right way.

Requirements

3+ years as a Controller or Assistant Controller in a franchised auto dealership (multi-store experience is a strong plus)
Deep knowledge of dealership accounting, including the DMS (CDK, Reynolds, Dealertrack, or similar)
A track record of accurate, on-time financial statements and a clean, organized office
Leadership skills to build and hold a team accountable while keeping morale strong
Integrity, discretion, and a hands-on style that fits a family-owned culture

Nice To Haves

Degree in accounting or finance preferred; equivalent dealership experience considered

Responsibilities

Oversee all accounting operations for both locations, including month-end close, financial statements, and factory reporting
Lead, train, and develop the office staff, including AP, AR, payroll, and title/contracts personnel
Manage schedules, reconciliations, and account analysis so the books stay clean and current
Monitor floor plan, contracts in transit, and cash flow, and keep ownership informed of the numbers that matter
Partner with department managers on expense control, profitability, and process improvements
Coordinate with outside CPAs on audits, tax filings, and year-end work
Keep the stores compliant with manufacturer, state, and federal requirements