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Controller (Auto Dealership)

Jobot, Florida, New York, United States

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Controller – Automotive Dealership, Accounting & Finance Location: West Palm Beach, FL

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Director

A Bit About Us Our leading automotive dealership is seeking an experienced Controller to lead our fast‑paced finance team.

Why Join Us?

401(k) matching

Dental, Health, and Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Vision insurance

Responsibilities

Oversee the operations of the accounting department, design structure, and achieve goals.

Coordinate budget preparation, financial forecasts, and variance reporting.

Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.

Ensure quality control over financial transactions and reporting.

Manage compliance with local, state, federal reporting requirements and tax filings.

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies.

Conduct year‑end close ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Lead ledger entries, reconciliations, account analyses, and intercompany transactions.

Work with operational teams to ensure accuracy of all financial reporting.

Collaborate with external auditors for audit results and compliance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).

Minimum 5 years experience in similar role, preferably within the automotive industry.

Proven multi‑franchise automotive experience.

Deep understanding of accounting processes, year‑end close, reconciliations, GL.

Proficiency with accounting software and system implementation experience.

Exceptional knowledge of finance, budgeting, cost accounting, GAAP.

Strong leadership skills with dedication to results.

Excellent analytical abilities managing large data sets.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive environment celebrating diversity; all qualified candidates receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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