Sames Motor Company
Drive Financial Excellence at One of South Texas' Most Trusted Dealerships! Are you a strategic, experienced financial leader ready to take the wheel at a dynamic, family-owned company with over 115 years of legacy in the automotive industry? Sames Auto Group, South Texas' oldest dealership, is looking for a Controller to join our executive team and lead the full scope of our accounting operations.
Why Sames Auto Group? We're more than just a dealership-we're a legacy built on trust, service, and community. As a key player in our leadership team, you'll directly impact our financial health, guide decision-making, and help drive operational success.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee daily operations of the accounting department (A/P, A/R, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting)
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and OEM guidelines
• Conduct cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, and financial analysis
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and federal/state regulations
• Partner with department heads and ownership to analyze performance and improve profitability
• Manage annual budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Supervise, mentor, and grow the accounting team
• Serve as the main point of contact for audits and external financial relationships
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in the automotive industry, including at least 2 years in a controller or senior financial role
• Proficiency with dealership management systems (e.g., CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, PBS, etc.)
• Strong grasp of dealership accounting cycles and manufacturer financial reporting
• High attention to detail, integrity, and organizational discipline
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
What We Offer
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with company match • Paid time off and recognized holidays
• A collaborative, family-oriented culture • Long-term career growth with an established industry leader
Why Sames Auto Group? We're more than just a dealership-we're a legacy built on trust, service, and community. As a key player in our leadership team, you'll directly impact our financial health, guide decision-making, and help drive operational success.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee daily operations of the accounting department (A/P, A/R, payroll, general ledger, and financial reporting)
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and OEM guidelines
• Conduct cash flow forecasting, bank reconciliations, and financial analysis
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and federal/state regulations
• Partner with department heads and ownership to analyze performance and improve profitability
• Manage annual budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Supervise, mentor, and grow the accounting team
• Serve as the main point of contact for audits and external financial relationships
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required)
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience in the automotive industry, including at least 2 years in a controller or senior financial role
• Proficiency with dealership management systems (e.g., CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, PBS, etc.)
• Strong grasp of dealership accounting cycles and manufacturer financial reporting
• High attention to detail, integrity, and organizational discipline
• Excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills
What We Offer
• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
• Full benefits package: medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with company match • Paid time off and recognized holidays
• A collaborative, family-oriented culture • Long-term career growth with an established industry leader