Automotive Controller

HHM Talent

1d • Onsite

About The Position

HHM Talent is assisting a client search for an Automotive Controller in North Georgia. This role involves preparing and transmitting timely and accurate monthly financial statements, managing the month-end close process, and establishing a strong internal control structure. The Controller will supervise daily cash accounts, account for and verify assets, review the general ledger, control documents, maintain vehicle programs, ensure compliance with governmental finance regulations, and manage the forecasting and budget process. Additionally, the position includes leadership and mentorship responsibilities for the Business Office team.

Requirements

• Must have franchise retail automotive dealership Controller experience
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong communications, team building, leadership, and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• CPA or equivalent preferred
• Proficiency in Reynold and Reynolds DMS software 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: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees