Assistant Controller: Drive Finance Excellence & Growth

Sonic Automotive, Inc.; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & parental leave

Training & professional development

Job summary

Honda of Serramonte, part of Sonic Automotive, Inc., seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing the dealership's accounting and financial operations in Colma, CA. You will ensure accurate financial records, compliance with policies and standards, and timely reporting.

The role collaborates with department leaders to improve processes, maintain internal controls, and drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience within an automotive dealership.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting a plus.
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting practices and financial reporting.
• Experience with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, Dealertrack).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to analyze financial data and identify discrepancies.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and review of monthly financial statements, schedules, and reports.
• Support daily accounting operations: A/P, A/R, inventory accounting, cash management, GL reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with policies, manufacturer requirements, and internal controls.
• Review and reconcile dealership transactions: sales, service, parts, warranty receivables.
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing and reporting.
• Support audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting.
• Partner with managers to analyze performance and identify improvements.
• Lead and develop the Business Office team to ensure excellence and compliance.

Skills

Dealership accounting

Financial analysis

Excel

Internal controls

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

CDK

Reynolds & Reynolds

Dealertrack

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Honda of Serramonte, part of Sonic Automotive, Inc., seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing the dealership's accounting and financial operations in Colma, CA. You will ensure accurate financial records, compliance with policies and standards, and timely reporting.

The role collaborates with department leaders to improve processes, maintain internal controls, and drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced automotive environment.