Automotive Dealership Controller: Lead Finance & Compliance

Grubbs; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Medical plan

2-3 weeks paid vacation with waiting -

Paid holidays

5-day workweek

Family owned and operated since 1990

True team oriented environment

Job summary

Grubbs Automotive is seeking a Controller to oversee the accounting office operations at our Grapevine dealership. You will ensure timely financial statements, month-end closes, internal controls, and accurate reporting while leading a capable Business Office team.

The role requires 5+ years in a franchise automotive dealership, strong Excel and DMS proficiency, and CPA or equivalent preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Franchise retail automotive dealership Controller experience, minimum of 5 years.
• Superior analytical ability and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent collaborative and communicative skills with team members.
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong communications, team building, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in DMS Software & Microsoft Office applications
• Bachelor's degree, CPA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and transmit timely and accurate monthly financial statements in accordance with dealership guidelines.
• Manage month-end close process and objectives.
• Interpret and communicate financial statement and the daily operating control results.
• Establish and maintain a strong internal control structure including appropriate segregation of duties in the accounting department.
• Supervise the control of all daily cash accounts.
• Account for and verify assets including vehicle inventory, parts inventory, and information technology assets.
• Review the general ledger and all scheduled accounts for proper reconciliation including cash, A/P, A/R, and floor plan.
• Implement changes in accounting policies and procedures as requested.
• Control all documents, including time records, vehicle deals, and commission vouchers.
• Maintain current vehicle registration, warranty, and incentive programs per guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with governmental finance regulations and filings.
• Follow corporate filing and records retention policies.
• Manage and control expenses for all items in the operation.
• Schedule and prepare general ledger accounts for annual parts physical inventory audit.
• Recruit, supervise and develop dealership office personnel.
• Forecast and budget process facilitation.
• Provide department managers with financial and departmental reports.
• Monitor and improve data integrity and reporting across the dealership.
• Liaise with managers to review business matters and increase profitability.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Business Office team.

Skills

Controller experience (franchise auto)

Analytical ability

Communication

Leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree

CPA or equivalent preferred

Tools

DMS Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grubbs Automotive is seeking a Controller to oversee the accounting office operations at our Grapevine dealership. You will ensure timely financial statements, month-end closes, internal controls, and accurate reporting while leading a capable Business Office team.

The role requires 5+ years in a franchise automotive dealership, strong Excel and DMS proficiency, and CPA or equivalent preferred. This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.