Strategic Multi-Store Dealership Controller & Growth Leader

Arkansas Talent Group; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Talent Group seeks an experienced Dealership Controller for a multi-store automotive group. This strategic partner will drive financial health, partner with GMs, and guide growth initiatives across stores.

The role focuses on high-level analysis, budgeting, and near-term and long-term planning with strong emphasis on controls and reporting. Leadership and relationship-building are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dealership Controller or senior automotive finance leader across multiple stores.
• Proven ability to partner with General Managers and operational leaders.
• Strategic growth mindset with focus on financial integrity and controls.
• Deep knowledge of CDK and advanced Excel for reporting and modeling.
• Degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with General Managers and store leadership to understand financial performance.
• Advise ownership on capital allocation, acquisitions, store performance, and growth initiatives.
• Translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for non-financial leaders.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close, reporting and variance analysis across stores.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning in collaboration with ownership and leaders.
• Manage accounting assistant handling AP/AR, payroll, and routine operational accounting.
• Ensure internal controls, manufacturer reporting requirements, tax obligations, and best practices.

Skills

Dealership controller experience

Partnership with GMs

Advanced Excel

CDK dealer software

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

CDK

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Arkansas Talent Group seeks an experienced Dealership Controller for a multi-store automotive group. This strategic partner will drive financial health, partner with GMs, and guide growth initiatives across stores.

The role focuses on high-level analysis, budgeting, and near-term and long-term planning with strong emphasis on controls and reporting. Leadership and relationship-building are essential for success.