Controller

Bartlett IL

Bob Loquercio Auto Group started with a small store in Elgin and now its become one of the largest and most trusted auto groups in the Midwest being ranked in the top 150 dealerships in the country. Despite rapid growth we stand committed to our small store values. The group is still a family-run company and has many employees that have been with us for over 20 years.

With 16 dealerships and 10 brands Bob Loquercio Auto Group has an immediate opening in our Corporate Office for a Controller!

What Were Looking For

As the Controller you will be a hands-on leader assisting the Director of Accounting in managing accounting staff overseeing and performing the general accounting function and working closely with the Director of Accounting & CFO to train for advancement.

Must also possess the ability to oversee the financial aspects of several of the 16 dealerships and monitor internal compliance adhere to the budget assist with internal audits prepare a fixed asset report and complete additional accounting related tasks.

Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Basic Life Insurance
• Discounts on Products and Services
• Flexible Schedules
• Work Life Balance

Responsibilities

• Resolve unusual / exception items on all office functions:
  • Accounts Payable aged unbalanced to statement GAAP period accruals
  • License & Title out of state taxes missing titles lien releases
  • Vehicle Inventory reconcile accounting units to inventory units audit costs applied to aged vehicles responsible for timing of payoffs and overseeing floor audits
  • Billing ensure timely F&I cancellations monitor CITs audit postings gross-books
• Plan for staffing changes and schedules (promotions growth turnover PTO)
• Interpret and analyze financial statements and assist department managers to do the same while creating an action plan needed to improve their operation
• Ensure the books are closed accurately each month by scheduling a month-close timeline
• DMS Maintenance and Audit:
  • Audit existing DMS for setups security mapping etc.
• Maintain Chart of Accounts:
  • Add new accounts
  • Add account DOC Financial Statements etc.
• Submit factory financial statements
• Prepare year-end adjusting entries
• Internal Audit:
  • Sales Tax
  • Compliance
  • Account postings
  • OEM incentives rebates etc. (all factory programs)
• Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place
• Work with Executive Staff and GMs to improve revenue or reduce expense to meet or exceed budget

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Accounting or Finance followed by 5 years of relevant experience including an established record of success in supervisory/managerial positions; tax auditing & preparation. CPA preferred
• Strong knowledge of internal controls and financial reporting in Automotive accounting
• Excellent organizational communication and analytical skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Dealertrack DMS experience required

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender