CONTROLLER

Controller                   

The Controller is a key position that reports to the General Manager and the Corporate CFO. The Controller supports the entire accounting function and financial reporting for our dealership. This position will work closely with management and other departments to help ensure harmonious and productive operations, which will help maximize the success of the dealerships. Successful Candidates must be able to maintain excellent business relations with customers, both internally and externally. Candidates will also be expected to help develop and motivate accounting associates to ensure that performance metrics are being met or exceeded.  

Essential responsibilities:

• • Prepares complete financial statements monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each manufacturer's format and time frame for multiple dealerships.
  • Ensures that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op advertising are current and accurate.
  • Interprets the financial statement and the daily operating control (DOC) regularly and informs dealer of developing trends.
  • Verifies schedules are reviewed, corrected frequently to confirm accuracy and awareness of items out of criteria.
  • Reviews the general ledger and scheduled accounts. Notes any unusual entries and investigates.
  • Reviews the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable and floor plan payable.
  • Stays abreast of tax code revisions and advises dealer regarding any operational adjustments needed to accommodate revisions.
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable government finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, retirement plan records etc.
  • Meets with dealer to evaluate all insurance renewals.
  • Coordinates the construction projects for upcoming remodels and acquisitions
  • Purchases property and liability insurance.
  • Prepares and processes all insurance claims.
  • Coordinates annual audit (or review) and physical inventory.
  • Ensures that all office personnel are using proper accounting procedures and maintaining accurate records and analyses and supervises the preparation of all information for the CPA in order to minimize audit or review costs.
  • Attends managers meetings.
  • Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of experience in a dealership position (preferred)
• Working knowledge of dealership financial statements
• Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About Us:

At Charlie Clark Auto Group, (AMARU), we lead with LOVE in everything we do, towards our people, our community, our family, and our faith. Rooted in the enduring values and legacy of Charles and Dorothy Clark, Maricruz Aurora Aguirre, Nana, and those who paved the way before us, LOVE is the driving force behind everything we do. Join us and be part of our ORALÉ TEAM!