Automotive Controller: CFO Path in 12-18 Months

Peter-Boulware-Toyota-1; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal promotion

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

401(k) retirement plan

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Peter Boulware Toyota is seeking an experienced financial professional to support the financial operations of our Tallahassee and Columbia dealerships. The role offers a clear path to Chief Financial Officer within 12–18 months based on performance and leadership capabilities.

The ideal candidate will oversee accounting, payroll, risk management, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting, while guiding managers with detailed analyses and robust reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required or equivalent experience.
• Automotive industry experience preferred.
• 4–10 years of related experience.
• Honesty, integrity, reliability, and strong work ethic required.

Responsibilities

• Accounting, HR, payroll, risk management, data processing and security, regulatory compliance, and title work.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements per dealership guidelines and manufacturer formats.
• Provide department managers with detailed financial and management reports.
• Review GL detail, investigate unusual entries, and reconcile accounts.
• Ensure compliance with government finance regulations, payroll taxes, sales taxes, and retirement plan records.
• Prepare and process insurance claims and ensure accurate records for CPA review to minimize audits.
• Hire, train, coach, and promote accounting and HR staff.
• Continuously improve data integrity and reporting across the dealership.
• Oversee data processing and fixed asset additions.
• Reconcile vehicle inventory monthly and WIP, sublet, and paint accounts.

Skills

Financial leadership

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Team leadership

HR coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP software

MS Excel

Job description

Peter Boulware Toyota is seeking an experienced financial professional to support the financial operations of our Tallahassee and Columbia dealerships. The role offers a clear path to Chief Financial Officer within 12–18 months based on performance and leadership capabilities.

The ideal candidate will oversee accounting, payroll, risk management, regulatory compliance, and financial reporting, while guiding managers with detailed analyses and robust reporting processes.