Auto Dealer Controller

The Juris Agency; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Fox Automotive in Rochester Hills is seeking an Automotive Dealership Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting for our multiple brand operations across two locations.

Working directly with ownership and General Managers, the Controller will lead the accounting team, manage the month-end close, oversee cash flow, and maintain accurate financial statements and clean accounting schedules. The right person will bring structure to the office while helping the team develop.

Qualifications

• Five or more years in automotive dealership accounting.
• Two+ years in a Controller/Assistant Controller role.
• Strong understanding of dealership schedules, floorplan, and intercompany transactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations across two locations.
• Complete month-end close and prepare manufacturer financial statements on deadlines.
• Manage cash flow, reconciliations, floorplan accounting, and intercompany balances.
• Review schedules (contracts in transit, inventory, receivables, payables, warranties).
• Maintain internal controls and train staff.

Skills

Automotive dealership accounting

Month-end close

Cash flow management

Financial statements

Internal controls

Team leadership

Excel

Deadline driven

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Tekion software

Job description

Job Description

Fox Automotive in Rochester Hills is seeking an Automotive Dealership Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting for our Chevrolet, Toyota, and Volkswagen operations across two locations.

Working directly with ownership and the General Managers, the Controller will lead the accounting team, manage the month-end close, oversee cash flow, and maintain accurate financial statements and clean accounting schedules.

We’re looking for a hands-on leader who understands dealership operations, follows through on outstanding issues, and communicates clearly with department managers. The right person will bring structure and accountability to the office while helping the team develop.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting operations and supervise the office team across both dealership locations.
• Complete month-end closing and submit accurate manufacturer financial statements within required deadlines.
• Manage cash flow, bank reconciliations, floorplan accounting, and intercompany balances.
• Review and reconcile accounting schedules, including contracts in transit, vehicle inventory, receivables, payables, and warranty receivables.
• Ensure expenses, accruals, reserves, and transactions are recorded accurately and in the proper period.
• Oversee payroll accounting and coordinate required tax filings and reporting with outside professionals.
• Maintain internal controls, identify gaps, and work with department managers to correct recurring issues.
• Review financial results with ownership and the General Managers, explaining variances and identifying concerns.
• Establish clear staff responsibilities, provide training, and cross-train employees to maintain coverage.
• Coordinate with outside accountants, lenders, and manufacturer representatives on audits and financial reporting.

Requirements

• At least five years of automotive dealership accounting experience, including two years as a Controller, Assistant Controller, or accounting supervisor with substantial month-end responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to independently close dealership books and prepare accurate manufacturer financial statements.
• Thorough understanding of dealership accounting schedules, floorplan, inventory, intercompany transactions, and internal controls.
• Experience managing and developing an accounting team and working directly with dealership management.
• Strong reconciliation, analytical, and Excel skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues.
• Professional judgment, discretion with confidential information, and clear communication.
• Multi-franchise or multi-location experience preferred.
• Tekion experience preferred, but not required.