Controller

Miller Transportation Group • Lumberton Township, NJ

18d • $120,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Controller is a key member of the leadership team and manages all financial operations for Miller Ford, Lincoln, and Subaru in Lumberton, New Jersey. The role is responsible for timely and accurate financial reporting, internal controls, the annual budgeting process, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Reporting to the CFO and working closely with dealership General Managers, the Controller needs strong analytical and communication skills and a deep understanding of dealership operations.

The position leads accounting and administrative office personnel; prepares monthly financial statements and supporting schedules; analyzes financial results; maintains the General Ledger and supporting documentation; manages cash flow and investment accounts; and conducts financial reviews with department managers. It also coordinates the annual financial audit or review, oversees parts physical inventory, manages specified tax and regulatory filings, and works with HR on policies and employee handbooks.

The work is performed with Miller Management at the corporate office, Miller Dealerships, or occasionally other Miller locations as needed. The position involves prolonged sitting in an office. The job description notes that duties may change and that it does not establish a contract of employment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of managerial accounting and financial management experience.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong understanding of dealership financial statements and key performance indicators.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Humility, empathy, and integrity.
• Elite listening skills.
• Ability to make strong requests and see objectives through to completion.

Nice To Haves

• CPA.
• Dealertrack DMS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the accounting and administrative office personnel.
• Prepare and distribute monthly financial statements, including supporting schedules, by the 10th of each month.
• Interpret and analyze financial results to identify trends and areas of concern.
• Maintain the General Ledger and all supporting documentation.
• Manage cash flow, review bank reports, and oversee investment accounts.
• Conduct monthly financial reviews with department managers.
• Coordinate the annual financial audit or review.
• Oversee parts physical inventory.
• Ensure compliance with state and local tax filings, surcharges, and unclaimed property reporting.
• Complete pay-to-play filing, insurance producer reports, and annual identity theft training.
• Work closely with the HR team on policy development and employee handbooks.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation in the range of $120,000–$170,000, all inclusive.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental insurance with HRA, HSA, and FSA options.
• 401(k) with a company-provided match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Employee discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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