Automotive Financial Controller

Northern Roads Auto Group • Niagara Falls, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Northern Roads Auto Group is seeking an experienced Automotive Dealership Controller to join their growing team. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring automotive dealership accounting experience, not general accounting. The Controller will oversee the accounting operations of one or multiple dealerships within the group, managing dealership financials, OEM reporting, deal posting, and DMS systems in a fast-paced automotive retail environment. The ideal candidate is a CPA with proven dealership accounting experience, capable of leading the accounting function and collaborating with dealership management, ownership, OEMs, banks, and external advisors.

Requirements

• CPA designation required
• Automotive dealership accounting experience required
• Several years of progressive accounting experience within an automotive dealership environment
• Strong understanding of dealership financial statements and OEM reporting
• Experience with dealership month-end and year-end processes
• Experience reviewing vehicle deal postings and gross profit reporting
• Strong understanding of reconciliations, internal controls, and full-cycle accounting
• Dealer Management System experience required — PBS, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced dealership environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in technology, automation, and AI

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Dealership Controller
• Experience overseeing accounting for multiple rooftops
• Experience with multiple OEMs
• Experience preparing and submitting OEM dealer financial statements
• Previous supervisory or accounting management experience
• Multi-entity or multi-location dealership accounting experience
• Dealership payroll experience
• Experience with dealership budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Experience working directly with dealership ownership and General Managers
• Experience with dealership audits, CRA matters, banking relationships, and manufacturer requirements

Responsibilities

• Preparing accurate and timely monthly financial statements, including OEM manufacturer financial reporting
• Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process
• Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and general ledger activity
• Reviewing vehicle deal postings, ensuring accuracy of paperwork, and validating reported gross profit
• Reconciling balance sheet accounts and maintaining accurate financial schedules
• Monitoring cash flow and supporting banking and treasury functions
• Preparing and analyzing dealership financial results for ownership and senior leadership
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Coordinating annual audits and responding to CRA, banking, and manufacturer reporting requirements
• Maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Reconciling intercompany transactions across multiple dealerships and related entities
• Supervising, mentoring, and developing the accounting team
• Developing and improving accounting procedures, SOPs, automation initiatives, and DMS processes
• Supporting dealership leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making
• Identifying opportunities to improve dealership accounting processes, controls, and profitability
• Embracing new technologies, AI tools, and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy

Benefits

• Trusted relationships – We're a work family, and you'll become an important part of our team.
• Employee engagement activities – We believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable.
• Health & wellness benefits – Comprehensive health and dental coverage because your well-being matters.
• Career growth and development – Professional training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within our growing organization.
• Professional fee reimbursement – We support your CPA designation through reimbursement of annual professional dues.
• Leadership opportunities – Work directly with ownership and senior leadership while helping shape the future of a rapidly growing automotive group.
• Innovation & technology – Be part of a team actively exploring automation, AI, and technology to improve the way we operate.

What This Job Offers

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