Dealership Controller

The Alliance Group Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alliance Group Inc. seeks an experienced Dealership Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls within our automotive dealership.

This hands-on, leadership role requires managing month-end close, cash flow, inventory accounting, and floor plan financing while partnering with senior management to drive efficiency and profitability. Candidates should bring proven automotive dealership experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and the ability to mentor a

Qualifications

• Experience as a Controller or senior-level accounting professional within an automotive dealership.
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting and floor plan financing.
• Experience with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements in accordance with manufacturer and dealership requirements.
• Manage cash flow, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory accounting.
• Oversee floor plan financing, vehicle inventory, and deal accounting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, manufacturer guidelines, and internal controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Partner with dealership leadership to analyze financial performance, identify opportunities, and improve operational efficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Dealership accounting

Tools

CDK

Reynolds & Reynolds

Job description

We are partnering with an established automotive dealership seeking an experienced Dealership Controller to oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls.

This is a key leadership position for a hands-on accounting professional who understands the financial operations of a dealership and can work closely with senior management to drive efficiency, accuracy, and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all dealership accounting functions, including month-end close, financial reporting, and general ledger management.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements in accordance with manufacturer and dealership requirements.
• Manage cash flow, reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and inventory accounting.
• Oversee floor plan financing, vehicle inventory, and deal accounting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, manufacturer guidelines, and internal controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Partner with dealership leadership to analyze financial performance, identify opportunities, and improve operational efficiencies.

Qualifications:

• Previous Controller or senior-level accounting experience within an automotive dealership required.
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting, floor plan financing, and financial statement preparation.
• Experience with dealership management systems (CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar).
• Strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment