Dealership Controller - Bonham Chrysler / Texoma Hyundai

Sonic Automotive; Bonham (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Dealership Controller to manage financial operations at their Bonham location. This pivotal role involves overseeing accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with company policies, and supporting departments to enhance revenue and customer satisfaction. With a focus on teamwork and internal advancement, this organization offers competitive training and benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in the automotive industry. If you have a background in dealership accounting management and are ready to make a significant impact, this role is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Award-winning training

Peer recognition programs

Special car purchasing benefits

Personal Automotive Concierge Service

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of dealership Controller experience required.
• Proven experience in managing accounting functions in an automotive dealership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dealership's financial and office workflow.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and maintain accurate records.
• Recruit and develop office personnel.

Skills

Dealership Accounting Management

Analytical Skills

Forecasting

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Multi-project Management

Education

Experience as Dealership Controller

Experience in Publicly Traded Company

Tools

ADP

CDK

Job description

Dealership Controller - Bonham Chrysler / Texoma Hyundai in Bonham, TX at Sonic Automotive

Job Type: Other

Experience: Associate

About

Bonham Chrysler 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!

This Controller role will support both Bonham Chrysler and Texoma Hyundai locations, and will be located in the Bonham Chrysler dealership.

Our associates are happy to work here because:

• We boast the lowest turnover in the industry.
• We provide award winning training (Training Magazine Top 125, and Brandon Hall Awards).
• We are committed to developing and promoting within the company.
• Our benefits are extremely competitive with Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, 401k and PTO.
• We encourage peer to peer teamwork and recognition.
• Special benefits to purchasing and leasing a car.
• Personal Automotive Concierge Service.

Job Description

The Dealership 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 for managing the accounting task and related policies and procedures at the dealership. 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 controls to ensure compliance with the Company’s policies. The Controller directs the office staff to ensure timely completion and accuracy of assigned tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Provide support to all departments to produce increased revenue, control expenses; contribute to customer satisfaction and excellent associate satisfaction.
• Ensure that the accounting records are maintained in an orderly, current and accurate condition at all times.
• Ensure that all Company policies are communicated and followed.
• Maintain internal controls to ensure 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.
• Ensure that the DOC is prepared daily in a timely manner and is accurate.

Preferred:

• At least 3 - 5 years of dealership Controller experience, operating in a publicly traded company.
• Domestic brand dealership experience a plus, but not required.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
• Experience with a management computer system (ADP, CDK preferred).
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Required:

• All applicants must have previous Dealership Accounting Management or Dealership Controller experience.
• Experience managing the accounting function and leading the accounting staff in an automotive dealership setting.
• All applicants must be authorized to work in the USA.
• All applicants must be able to demonstrate ability to pass pre-employment testing to include background checks, MVR, drug test, and valid driver license.

It's time to make the most important move of your career. From our cooperative team-based approach; to our more than 1,000 internal advancements each year, it's easy to see the difference. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and unparalleled benefits. Simply put, you'll experience the best that a career in the automotive industry has to offer.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.