Comptroller

Janssen Ford•Holdrege, NE

About The Position

Janssen Auto Group is a growing, multi-rooftop automotive organization operating 8 dealerships across Nebraska , with locations in North Platte, McCook, Holdrege, York, and Plattsmouth . We proudly represent leading brands including Ford, Chevrolet, Honda, GMC, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram. We are committed to operational excellence, financial discipline, and delivering an exceptional customer experience in every market we serve. The Comptroller will serve as the senior financial leader for Janssen Auto Group, overseeing all accounting and financial operations for 8 rooftops. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial guidance to ownership and store leadership. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, detail-oriented automotive accounting professional with multi-store experience who can lead teams, improve processes, and provide clear financial insight to drive performance.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of automotive dealership accounting experience (multi-store preferred).
Prior experience as Controller/Comptroller strongly preferred.
Strong understanding of manufacturer financial statement formats.
Experience with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar).
Proven leadership and team development skills.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred (CPA a plus).
Financial analysis and strategic thinking
Multi-store operational oversight
Strong internal control development
Leadership and team management
Process improvement mindset
Clear and effective communication

Responsibilities

Oversee consolidated and individual store financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual).
Ensure timely and accurate manufacturer financial statement submissions.
Analyze operating trends and provide actionable insights to Dealer Principal and General Managers.
Monitor cash flow, floorplan, working capital, and liquidity across all stores.
Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Supervise accounting managers and office personnel across all locations.
Ensure accurate deal posting, CIT management, and schedule reconciliations.
Maintain strong internal controls and accounting policies across all rooftops.
Oversee payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expense management.
Ensure compliance with GAAP and manufacturer requirements.
Ensure compliance with state and federal tax regulations.
Oversee sales tax, payroll tax, and other regulatory filings.
Coordinate with external auditors, CPA firms, and banking partners.
Monitor and enforce internal audit procedures and safeguard company assets.
Partner with General Managers and department heads to review performance metrics.
Evaluate expense structure and identify efficiency opportunities.
Support acquisitions, integrations, and system implementations.
Assist in strategic planning and capital allocation decisions.