Dealership Controller

CarGuys Inc.; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Career growth

Top pay

Job summary

CarGuys Inc. connects Automotive Controllers, Dealership Controllers, and Accounting Managers with premier dealerships across the U.S. and Canada.

We partner with employers actively hiring experienced accounting leaders who oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and drive dealership profitability. Our clients provide the opportunity—you choose the best fit. Join a network offering top pay, performance bonuses, and clear paths to regional Controller or CFO roles, with a proven match

Qualifications

• Experience as a dealership controller, automotive controller, or accounting manager.
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting and financial reporting.
• Leadership experience managing accounting teams.
• Proficiency in accounting software and dealership management systems.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all dealership accounting and financial operations.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
• Supervise accounting staff and office personnel.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Handle budgeting, audits, and financial analysis.
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and profitability.
• Work closely with dealership management to drive financial performance.

Skills

Dealership accounting

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Cash flow management

Tools

Accounting software

Dealership management systems

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE CONTROLLER / DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER / AUTOMOTIVE ACCOUNTING MANAGER – UP TO $174,000+ PER YEAR
CarGuys Inc. – High-Paying Automotive Accounting Management Jobs Nationwide

LOCATION

Nationwide dealership controller opportunities with automotive groups and dealerships

JOB TYPE

Full-Time
High Pay + Bonus Opportunities

ABOUT THE ROLE

CarGuys Inc., America’s and Canada’s #1 Automotive Recruiter, connects Automotive Controllers, Dealership Controllers, and Accounting Managers with top-performing dealerships and automotive groups across the U.S. and Canada.

We work with employers actively hiring experienced accounting leaders who oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and drive dealership profitability. Our clients provide the opportunity—you choose the best fit.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS OFFER

• Top Pay for Dealership Controllers
  • Industry-leading compensation packages
  • Performance-based bonuses tied to financial performance
• Established Dealership Operations
  • High-volume dealerships with strong revenue streams
  • Structured accounting departments and systems
• Career Growth Opportunities
  • Advancement into Regional Controller or CFO roles
  • Leadership development and financial management training

WHY WORK WITH CARGUYS INC.

• Access to top dealership controller and automotive accounting leadership jobs
• Personalized job matching based on your experience
• No cost to candidates — employers retain our services

DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all dealership accounting and financial operations
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
• Supervise accounting staff and office personnel
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies
• Handle budgeting, audits, and financial analysis
• Monitor cash flow, expenses, and profitability
• Work closely with dealership management to drive financial performance

DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience as a dealership controller, automotive controller, or accounting manager
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting and financial reporting
• Leadership experience managing accounting teams
• Proficiency in accounting software and dealership management systems
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills

DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER SKILLS

Strong skills in automotive accounting, financial reporting, general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and financial analysis. Experience overseeing dealership accounting operations, audits, compliance, and financial controls.

Knowledge of dealership financial statements, profit and loss, cash flow management, and accounting systems. Ability to lead teams, improve processes, and drive financial performance in a high-volume dealership environment.

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