Dealership Controller

EchoPark Automotive; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k with 4% company match

Paid vacation

Access to leadership development programs

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership is seeking a Dealership Controller to oversee financial operations in Roseville, CA. This role demands strong leadership and accounting skills, requiring 5+ years of experience in a similar role. Responsibilities include managing accounting records, ensuring compliance with policies, and supporting departmental growth. The ideal candidate will excel in communication and analysis, with a strong background in dealership management systems. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience managing accounting at an automotive dealership.
• Outstanding verbal and presentation skills.
• Excellent forecasting and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Support all departments to increase revenue and control expenses.
• Maintain orderly and accurate accounting records.
• Audit balance sheets and address potential problems.
• Ensure timely completion of financial statements.

Skills

Outstanding written communication skills

Excellent analytical skills

Experience with dealership management systems

Strong computer skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Accounting degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office Suite

CDK systems

Job description

Dealership Controller in Roseville, CA at EchoPark Automotive

Job Type: Accounting/Auditing

Experience: Associate

About

EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!

Job Description

EchoPark Automotive is looking for anAutomotive Business Controller at our dealership in Roseville, CA.

The Controller is responsible for exercising sound judgment to make independent discretionary decisions regarding the dealership's overall financial and office workflow. The Controller is the key dealership executive who manages the accounting tasks and related policies and procedures. The Controller is the business partner to the dealership General Manager and under the direction of the Regional Controller carries out such policies and responsibilities. The Controller implements control to ensure compliance with the Company’s policies. The Controller directs the office staff to ensure assigned tasks' timely completion and accuracy.

What You'll Do:

• Provide support to all departments to produce increased revenue, control expenses; contribute to customer satisfaction and excellent associate satisfaction.
• Insure that the accounting records are maintained in an orderly, current, and accurate condition at all times.
• Maintain internal controls to insure compliance with company policies.
• Recruit, supervise, and develop dealership office personnel.
• Audit the balance sheets and schedules regularly and address any possible problems while keeping Regional Controller informed of problems and potential liabilities.
• Assist operations with dealership forecasting and budgeting.
• Ensure timely completion of all financial statements, monthly work papers, and reports, and resolve any issues.
• Prepare reconciliation of all dealership balance sheet accounts and purify reconciling items every month.
• Review every schedule in the dealership every month and make necessary corrections.

What We're Looking For:

• Accounting degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of experience managing the accounting function and leading the accounting staff of an automotive dealership.
• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation-based communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
• Experience with dealership management computer systems (CDK preferred).
• Very strong computer skills, particularly with Excel and the Microsoft office suite.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

What We Offer:

• Average annual pay range $110- 140k
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k with 4% company match
• Paid vacation
• Access to leadership and personal development programs