Automotive Controller

HHM Talent • Dalton, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

HHM Talent is assisting a client search for an Automotive Controller in North Georgia. This role involves managing the financial operations of an automotive dealership, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong internal controls. The Controller will also provide leadership to the Business Office team.

Requirements

• Must have franchise retail automotive dealership Controller experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Proficiency in Reynold and Reynolds DMS software preferred
• Strong communications, team building, leadership, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepare and transmit timely and accurate monthly financial statements
• Manage month-end close process and objectives
• Establish and maintain a strong internal control structure including appropriate delegation of duties in the accounting department
• Supervise the control of all daily cash accounts
• Account for and verify assets including vehicle and parts inventory
• Review the general ledger and all scheduled accounts for proper reconciliation including cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and floor plan
• Control all documents, including time records, vehicle deals, and commission vouchers
• Maintain current vehicle registration, warranty, and incentive programs
• Ensure compliance with all governmental finance regulations, including filing and maintaining of required forms, property tax, sales tax filings
• Schedule and prepare general ledger accounts for annual parts physical inventory audit
• Responsible for forecasting and budget process
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Business Office team including performance evaluations and recognitions

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long and short-term disability and life insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan and profit sharing
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Employee purchase program
• Employee events and recognitions such as service awards, holiday parties, food truck Fridays, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior