LEXUS AUTOMOTIVE CONTROLLER

AUTOMOTIVE NEWS; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexus of Nashville is seeking an Automotive Controller to lead the accounting office, ensure compliance with corporate policies and government regulations, and maintain strong internal controls.

You will manage month-end close, financial reporting, asset verification, budgeting, and develop the accounting team, reporting to our San Antonio management office. Franchise dealership experience with 5+ years and 200+ monthly vehicle sales is required; CPA or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required; CPA preferred.
• Minimum 5 years as a dealership controller with 200+ vehicle sales monthly.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills required.
• Proficiency with DMS software and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial statements and close processes.
• Oversee cash management and asset verification.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead and develop accounting staff; report to management office.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or equivalent preferred

Tools

DMS Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Automotive Controller for Lexus of Nashville

Responsible for the Accounting office operations, including compliance with all corporate accounting policies and procedures, timely and accurate processing and reporting of all accounting information compliance with government regulations and filing requirements, maintenance of strong system of internal controls, the training and development of accounting office personnel, and both internal and external financial reporting.

The Controller reports to our San Antonio management office.

What you'll be working on:

• Prepare and transmit timely and accurate monthly financial statements in accordance with dealership guidelines and manufacturer format and time frame.
• Manage month-end close process and objectives.
• Interpret and communicate financial statement and the daily operating control results regularly.
• Establish and maintain a strong internal control structure including appropriate segregation of duties in the accounting department
• Supervise the control of all daily cash accounts.
• Account for and verify assets including vehicle inventory, parts inventory, and information technology assets.
• Review the general ledger and all scheduled accounts for proper reconciliation including but not limited to cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and floor plan per corporate accounting standards.
• Consistently implement all changes in accounting policies and procedures as requested.
• Control all documents, including time records, vehicle deals, and commission vouchers.
• Maintain current vehicle registration, warranty, and incentive programs in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines
• Ensure compliance with all applicable governmental finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, property tax, sales tax filings, etc.
• Follow corporate system for filing and annual cleaning of old records in accordance with the Company's record retention policy.
• Manage and control expenses for all items in the operation
• Schedule and prepare general ledger accounts for annual parts physical inventory audit.
• Recruit, supervise and develop dealership office personnel.
• Responsible for forecasting and budget process.
• Provide department managers with detailed financial and departmental management reports.
• Monitor and improve data integrity and information reporting throughout the dealership.
• Liaise with department managers to review business matters and increase profitability.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the Business Office team including performance evaluations and recognitions.

• Franchise retail automotive dealership Controller experience, minimum of 5 years experience with 200+ vehicle sales monthly processing .
• Superior analytical ability and critical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent collaborative and communicative skills with team members
• Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Strong time management skills.
• Strong communications, team building, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in DMS Software & Microsoft Office applications
• Must have exhibited strong leadership capabilities and ability to pivot in a fast-paced work environment.
• Bachelor's degree, CPA or equivalent preferred.
• Onsite full time leadership position