Job Description
Job Description
PSD Automotive Group is a growing automotive dealer group seeking an experienced and highly organized Automotive Controller to lead and manage the financial operations of our dealership. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with factory and state requirements, and providing structure and support to the accounting office.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage all daily accounting operations and accounting staff
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in accordance with manufacturer, lender, and state standards
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements and related schedules
- Implement, maintain, and enforce strong internal controls to safeguard dealership assets
- Conduct regular audits of financial data, schedules, and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Collaborate weekly with department managers to review financial performance and address operational needs
- Supervise and mentor the accounting team, reinforcing proper double-entry bookkeeping practices
- Prepare, review, and submit all required sales tax reports and payments accurately and on time
- Monitor daily bank balances, floorplan activity, and floorplan compliance
- Serve as a financial resource to management, providing insight and recommendations for continuous improvement
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as an Automotive Dealership Controller
- Strong understanding of automotive dealership accounting processes
- Expert knowledge of accounting principles, including debits, credits, and reconciliations
- Proficiency with dealership accounting systems; CDK experience is required
- Demonstrated experience with factory financial reporting and compliance
- Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
- Proven leadership ability with experience managing and developing accounting staff
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
- Professional demeanor with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude
Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
- Supplemental benefits through Aflac
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Accrued sick time in accordance with Connecticut law
- Stable, growth-oriented dealer group environment
- Opportunity to play a key leadership role within the organization
Job Type: Full-time PSD Automotive Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. M/F/EEO/V/D