Growth‑Oriented Assistant Controller | Multi-Store Automotive

Preston-Automotive-Grou; Wrights Wharf (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Mentorship from Controller

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Preston Automotive Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our centralized accounting team. This development role will work directly with the Controller to learn month-end close, reporting, and multi-store oversight across 25 locations.

You will assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting, while training staff and identifying process improvements. Growth into leadership is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience; automotive dealership accounting a plus.
• Strong Excel skills and experience using AI to improve accounting workflows.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and account reconciliation.
• Highly organized and able to manage deadlines across multiple entities.
• Clear communicator who works well with store managers and office staff.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting; prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist month-end close across multiple locations (journal entries, accruals, monthly statements).
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts including cash, contracts in transit, vehicle inventory, floor plan, parts, WIP, payables, and receivables.
• Review aging schedules for accuracy and timely clearing of items.
• Support Controller with internal reporting and store performance metrics.
• Help oversee and train office staff (billing, payables, receivables, title clerks).
• Ensure accurate processing of vehicle deals, F&I products, and incentives/holdbacks.
• Identify process improvements and maintain strong internal controls.
• Take on special projects and cover the Controller as needed.

Skills

Excel skills

GAAP knowledge

AI in accounting

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Tools

Journal entries

Job description

Preston Automotive Group is seeking an Assistant Controller to join our centralized accounting team. This development role will work directly with the Controller to learn month-end close, reporting, and multi-store oversight across 25 locations.

You will assist with journal entries, reconciliations, and internal reporting, while training staff and identifying process improvements. Growth into leadership is encouraged.