Creative Financial Staffing
Assistant Controller
Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.
Location: Columbus, OH Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Direct Hire Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 (based on experience)
A well-established
automotive dealership
in the Southeast Columbus area is seeking an experienced
Assistant Controller
to lead core accounting operations and support financial strategy. This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone with a strong general ledger foundation, hands-on month-end close experience, and a passion for mentoring others.
Why You'll Want to Be Here: • Join a respected dealership with a strong reputation and loyal customer base • Work alongside seasoned leadership in a collaborative, fast-paced environment • Competitive compensation and benefits, with room to grow into a Controller role • Stability, autonomy, and the chance to make a measurable impact
What You'll Be Doing: • Oversee general ledger accounting, payroll, and title functions • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries • Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and dashboards for leadership • Manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, partnering with department heads to align financial goals • Monitor dealership performance metrics and provide insights to support operational decisions • Supervise accounting staff, providing coaching, oversight, and development opportunities
What You Bring : • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in automotive/dealership environments • Strong general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting skills • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
If you're ready to take the wheel in a role that blends tactical accounting with strategic leadership, we'd love to hear from you.
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Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below.
Location: Columbus, OH Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Direct Hire Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 (based on experience)
A well-established
automotive dealership
in the Southeast Columbus area is seeking an experienced
Assistant Controller
to lead core accounting operations and support financial strategy. This is a high-visibility role ideal for someone with a strong general ledger foundation, hands-on month-end close experience, and a passion for mentoring others.
Why You'll Want to Be Here: • Join a respected dealership with a strong reputation and loyal customer base • Work alongside seasoned leadership in a collaborative, fast-paced environment • Competitive compensation and benefits, with room to grow into a Controller role • Stability, autonomy, and the chance to make a measurable impact
What You'll Be Doing: • Oversee general ledger accounting, payroll, and title functions • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and journal entries • Prepare and analyze financial statements, reports, and dashboards for leadership • Manage budgeting and forecasting cycles, partnering with department heads to align financial goals • Monitor dealership performance metrics and provide insights to support operational decisions • Supervise accounting staff, providing coaching, oversight, and development opportunities
What You Bring : • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in automotive/dealership environments • Strong general ledger, month-end close, and financial reporting skills • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis • Prior supervisory or team leadership experience
If you're ready to take the wheel in a role that blends tactical accounting with strategic leadership, we'd love to hear from you.
#LI-RM1 #LI-onsite