Controller

Forbes GM; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dealership in Ontario is seeking a Controller to oversee financial operations and ensure compliance across multiple locations. The role requires strong analytical skills and effective communication with management. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of senior financial experience, preferably in an auto dealership. The company offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with a commitment to an exceptional employee experience.

Benefits

Full benefit programs

Competitive compensation plans

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of senior financial experience.
• Previous auto dealership experience preferred.
• Skilled in business financial statements analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial control framework of the dealership.
• Collaborate with department leaders for planning.
• Drive sales and champion financial controls.

Skills

Business analysis

Communication

Financial control

Technical skills

Education

Post-Secondary Education

CPA, CA Designation

Job description

Overview

Forbes GM is currently seeking a Controller to join our leadership team of customer focused professionals within our high volume and process-driven dealership.

Purpose / Summary of Position :

This role is responsible for the financial control framework of the dealership as well as the overall performance and efficiency of the Accounting department.

This Management role is responsible for overseeing multiple dealerships, ongoing planning and collaboration with other department leaders; executing on objectives, goals and growth strategies; ensuring compliance with process and procedures; motivating and coaching team members for performance; improving efficiencies; driving sales and championing financial controls.

The Controller is required to analyze new and ongoing situations and collaborate with department managers to support planning and control activities required to prepare monthly financial statements. To be successful in their role, the Controller must be an effective communicator, able to work with managers from a broad range of other disciplines. Information must be conveyed to other managers in a simple, straightforward manner. Much of the controller’s work involves consulting, business analysis and advising others within the organization.

Required Qualifications

Our ideal candidates understand that customers have a choice in where they purchase and service their vehicles, and therefore demonstrate a commitment delivering unparalleled service to show our customers real value for their hard-earned money.

Our leaders are excellent communicators who love working directly with both customers & co-workers and who are businesspeople and people-people. Our leaders understand that the best team will provide the best customer service and as such, make attracting and retaining talent a top priority because it is critical to our success. Fostering a team of happy, empowered and engaged individuals is a key priority of this leadership role.

Candidates must possess :

• Valid driver’s license
• Post-Secondary Education
• CPA, CA Designation preferred
• Previous Auto dealership experience preferred
• Skilled in the analysis and creation of business financial statements
• Expert level Technical / Computer skills are essential
• Previous dealership experience
• Minimum 5 years of senior financial experience

Why We’re Awesome

• Commitment to an exceptional employee experience
• Full benefit programs & competitive compensation plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Collaborative work environment & group support

Qualified applicants are invited to apply with resume and cover letter.

Forbes GM is an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at or to make your needs known in advance.