Automotive Controller

Sport Durst Automotive Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sport Durst Automotive Group is seeking an organized Controller to partner with the Corporate Controller and oversee accounting and administrative support in a multi-franchise dealership.

You will manage daily office operations, assist with deal posting, deposits, reconciliations, and month-end work, and help maintain internal controls and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior office management, dealership administration, bookkeeping, or automotive accounting experience.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CDK system is a plus.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional accounting or business education is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily dealership office operations in a professional environment.
• Support accounting processes, including deal posting, deposits, AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end documentation.
• Coordinate title and registration documents in line with procedures and requirements.
• Prepare reports, track deadlines, and communicate follow-up items to managers.
• Respond professionally to customer, vendor, and internal inquiries and route issues appropriately.
• Safeguard confidential business information.
• Help develop and maintain efficient office procedures and internal controls.
• Provide administrative support to dealership leadership and assist with special projects.

Skills

Office management

Dealership administration

Bookkeeping

Automotive accounting

Microsoft Office

CDK system

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accounting or business education is a plus

Tools

Microsoft Office

CDK

Job description

We are seeking an organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Controller to work together with Corporate Controller to oversee administrative and accounting support functions in a multi-franchise dealership. This role is central to maintaining accurate records, supporting department leaders, assisting accounting personnel and customers, and ensuring the office operates efficiently and professionally. The ideal candidate is comfortable managing multiple priorities, handling confidential information, and working in a deadline-driven dealership environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily dealership office operations and maintain an organized, professional work environment.
• Support accounting processes, including deal posting, deposits, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and month-end documentation.
• Coordinate title and registration department to ensure any related documentation is in accordance with dealership procedures and applicable requirements.
• Prepare reports, track deadlines, and communicate follow-up items to department managers.
• Respond professionally to customer, vendor and vendors questions and route issues to the appropriate team member.
• Safeguard confidential business information.
• Help develop and maintain efficient office procedures and internal controls.
• Provide administrative support to dealership leadership and assist with special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior office management, dealership administration, bookkeeping, or automotive accounting experience required.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with CDK system is a plus.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional accounting or business education is a plus.

What Success Looks Like

You keep information accurate, anticipate office needs, communicate clearly, and bring consistency to dealership processes. You are approachable and service-minded while maintaining high standards for accountability, confidentiality, and compliance.

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