Automotive Controller

Job Summary: Provides sales and expense analyses for all departments. Represents the financial condition of the dealerships, develops controls necessary for the proper conduct of the businesses, and maintains accurate records. This position interacts daily with Accounting Associates, Operations Management team members, Sales and Service associates support staff, and customers.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for multiple stores and reports to the Group Controller
• Prepare complete financial statements and submit to the manufactures and management in accordance with established timeframes
• Interpret and analyze financial statements
• Keep the General Managers informed on the trends and cash needs of the business
• Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the store to ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with dealership accounting processes and policies
• Close the books accurately each month
• Prepare and submit required statements and reports
• Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place
• Assist department managers in reading and interpreting their financial reports and in creating action plans needed to improve their operation
• Respond to request for information and assistance in a timely manner
• Work with General Managers to improve revenue or reduce expense in order to grow the business
• Work with staff to ensure that corporate initiatives are attained
  
  

Qualifications

• 5+ years of automotive dealership accounting experience
• Strong managerial experience
• Proven track record in process improvement and streamlining accounting & reporting procedures
• Extensive knowledge of CDK accounting software
• Extensive knowledge of accounting schedules/controlled accounts/general ledger
• Strong working knowledge of most accounting office positions
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  
  

Typical Physical Activity

Sitting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, standing, walking, typing, talking, hearing and traveling.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel 5% of the time or as needed

The Controller must perform the essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation efficiently and accurately, and without causing significant safety threat to self or others. The statements made herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive and inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required of personnel so classified.

Doggett is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer