Automotive Controller

Are you ready to become part of one of Canada's Best Managed Companies?

Trotman Auto Group is on the lookout for an Automotive Dealership experienced Controller.

We're looking for candidates who bring a high degree of professionalism, a positive outlook, meticulous attention to detail, proactive initiative, and a strong ambition to thrive.

If this sounds like you, we should talk!

About the Role :

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller is responsible for managing all accounting and payroll operations within the dealership.

This includes generating regular financial reports, handling assorted general ledger transactions, overseeing the maintenance of employee benefits for dealership staff, and administering the payroll process in a manner that aligns with Corporate and Legal best practices.

Schedule : Full-time

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000 per year

What we offer :

• Competitive Compensation Plan
• Health Care
• Extended Medical & Dental, Life Insurance, LTD
• Group RRSP plan
• Employee Assistance Program focused on health and mental wellness
• Paid vacation time off,
• Employee Discounts for purchases and services
• Internal and External Professional and Career Development programs, including NADA

Who You Are :

• Must possess a minimum of 3 years of recent experience as a Controller within a Canadian Automotive Dealership or similar industry operation
• Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Must maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to effectively respond to and meet the needs of a diverse client base
• The ability to self-manage oneself in a fast paced and deadline-oriented role
• Strong communication skills, and effective time management skills
• Tech Savvy - MS Office applications, Outlook
• PBS experience is an asset

What Your Day Will Look Like :

• Prepare dealership financial statements for submission to manufacturer and bank.
• Prepare monthly reconciliations for dealership financial statements.
• Prepare deal sheets and posting of all commissions and back pay-outs.
• Prepare bank reconciliations, and lien payout coding.
• Complete bank reconciliations on a timely basis, investigate any variances.
• Process new employees and departures into both dealership and payroll software applications.
• Manage employee files.
• Prepare warranty reconciliations.
• Reconcile manufacturer statements, inventory, service contracts, vehicle dealer reserves.
• Prepare and reconcile hourly payroll for dealerships.
• Prepare and reconcile sales commissions for dealership.
• Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processed by AP / AR personnel.
• Enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
30+ days ago