Automotive Controller - Finance Forecasting & Compliance Lead

Element Partners, LLC; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Partners, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Automotive Controller to oversee financial reporting for the dealership, manage forecasting, and supervise cash flow and asset accounting. The role requires interpreting financial statements and advising on trends and profitability opportunities.

The position involves coordinating annual audits, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and delivering accurate management reports to department heads.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Two to four years related experience or training.
• Four to ten years related experience or training.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, memos, and write simple correspondence.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each manufacturer's format.
• Ensures that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op advertising are current and accurate.
• Interprets the financial statement and the daily operating control (DOC) regularly and informs dealer of developing trends.
• Participates in the preparation of short- and long-term financial forecasts for the dealership.
• Provides department managers with detailed financial and management reports.
• Maintains an effective cash management system that forecasts cash funds and makes recommendations for the profitable use of excess cash.
• Directs assessment of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.
• Reviews the general ledger and scheduled accounts and ensures proper bank reconciliation and related postings.

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Two to four years related experience and/or training

Four to ten years related experience and/or training

Job description

Element Partners, LLC in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking an Automotive Controller to oversee financial reporting for the dealership, manage forecasting, and supervise cash flow and asset accounting. The role requires interpreting financial statements and advising on trends and profitability opportunities.

The position involves coordinating annual audits, ensuring compliance with tax regulations, and delivering accurate management reports to department heads.