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Job Summary
Our client a well-established automotive dealership in Peel Region is seeking an experiencedFinancial Controllerto join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with automotive dealership accounting experience to take on a key leadership role within a growing organization.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting operations including accounts payable accounts receivable payroll and general ledger.
- Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports for dealership ownership and OEM requirements.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Coordinate and support annual audits and OEM financial reviews.
- Monitor and analyze departmental budgets forecasts and financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards dealership policies and manufacturer requirements.
- Oversee and assist with onboarding training and performance management of staff within the Accounting team (ie. AP/AR deal clerk).
- Manage inventory accounting and reconciliations (new vehicles used vehicles parts).
- Oversee cash management and banking relationships.
- Prepare and file GST/HST returns and other regulatory filings.
- Supervise and mentor accounting team members.
- Work closely with dealership management on financial planning and analysis.
- Implement and maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
- Manage dealership management system (DMS) accounting functions.
- Support sales and service departments with financial processes and reporting.
Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of automotive dealership accounting experience in a current or previous Financial Controller role.
- Strong knowledge of dealership operations and manufacturer accounting requirements.
- Post-secondary education in Accounting; enrolment in or completion of CPA designation considered an asset.
- Experience with DMS systems (ie. Reynolds & Reynolds CDK PBS).
- Proven experience preparing financial statements and management reports.
- Strong understanding of inventory accounting (new/used vehicles parts).
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Team leadership and mentoring experience.
- CPA designation or working towards completion is highly valued.
Why Join This Team
- Stable established dealership with strong reputation and brand.
- Opportunity to lead and develop an accounting team.
- Collaborative work environment.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
Note:
This role is for a current vacancy. Please note that we do not use AI software during any part of the applicant screening process.
Auto Careers Group is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible workplace. We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
About Company
We are Canada's #1 Auto Recruitment firm. Auto Careers Group helps automotive dealers, O.E.M.s and suppliers, find, attract, and retain top talent via our vast network of automotive professionals. We save our clients time and provide peace of mind knowing each candidate is thoroughly ... View more
