Laguna Niguel Auto Group is a multi franchise dealer that is currently looking for an EXPERIENCED Automotive Controller to join our team! A minimum of 5 years of Automotive Dealership Accounting experience is REQUIRED for this position. Previous Automotive Controller experience is REQUIRED. This position offers a generous base salary in addition to industry leading benefits

Desired Skills and Qualifications:

Post-Secondary Education in Accounting, Finance and/or related fields.

Minimum of five (5)+ years of experience in a related position.

Excellent knowledge of U.S GAAP Accounting Principles, practices, and applications.

Prior experience in accounting and business operations in the automotive industry.

Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performance teams.

Prior Experience with General Motors and/or Hyundai Mazda a plus

Self-directed, motivated, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive continual improvements.

Ability to cultivate strong working relationships with various areas within the organization and interact with employees at all levels of the company, customers, and vendors in a professional manner.

Well organized, detailed orientated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks and/or projects.

Operating a Dealertrack DMS system

Advanced computer skills on MS Office, and Google Suite

Proven knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, practices, standards, laws and regulations

High attention to detail and accuracy

Responsibilities

Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each manufacturer's format and time frame. Ensures that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op advertising are current and accurate.

Interpret and analyze financial statements

Keep the Owner of dealership informed on the trends and cash needs of the business

Develop and maintain an effective cash management system

Manage the day to day accounting operations of the store to ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with company accounting processes and policies

Close the books accurately each month

Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place

Assist department managers in reading and interpreting their financial reports and in creating action plans needed to improve their operation

Respond to request for information and assistance in a timely manner

Work with General Manager to improve revenue or reduce expense in order to meet or exceed budget and grow the business

Participates in the preparation of short- and long-term financial forecasts for the dealership.

Provides department managers with detailed financial and management reports.

Directs assessments of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.

Reviews the general ledger and scheduled accounts. Notes any unusual entries and investigates.

Reviews the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable and floor plan payable.

Stays abreast of tax code revisions and advises the dealer principle regarding any operational adjustments needed to accommodate revisions.

Ensures compliance with all applicable government finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, retirement plan records etc.

Administers a loss review program and maintains loss reserves for contingent liabilities and trade receivables.

Purchases property and liability insurance.

Prepares and processes all insurance claims.

Coordinates annual audit (or review) and physical inventory.

Continually strives to improve data integrity and information reporting throughout the dealership.

Attends managers meetings.

Complete month-end and year-end close of income statement and balance sheet, reconcile accounts and handle general ledger analysis for all U.S. entitles.

Ensure all scheduled accounts, warranty claims, rebates, parts, and vehicle inventory are current and accurate.

Oversee and manage dealership financial activities, such as the cash flow, preparation of budgets, auditing financial reports and books of accounts, purchases, fixed assets, and insurance.

Analyze and review wholesale liability.

Conduct an analytical review of monthly financial statements highlighting; deviations from budget, and unusual increases/decreases in revenue and expenses.

Regularly analyze financial reports and the daily control of operations and notify the General Managers and owner of developing trends.

Oversee and manage Office Managers and Accounting team in our dealership operations.

Attract, retain, and develop a team via coaching, mentoring, career development and performance management feedback. Provide development and succession planning opportunities for team members.

Establish and manage financial controls for our dealership operations that ensure the highest level of accountability, risk mitigation, and internal control/regulatory compliance.

Integrate and train new staff while leading the continued professional development of the existing team.

Benefits:

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Weekend availability

Experience:

Controller: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPA Designation (Preferred)