Financial Controller – Multi-Franchise Automotive Dealership at ZT Corporate – Houston, Texas

Summary:

This position is accountable for the accounting operations of the company, to include the production of periodic financial reports, maintenance of an adequate system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles and standards.
A large, high-volume, multi-franchise (Ford, GM, CDJR) dealership in Alvin, Texas is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Controller to join their team. This is an incredible career opportunity to join a growing organization.
Ideal candidates will have successful automotive controller experience with references available. The position requires leadership qualities with strength in controlling expenses and quality balance sheet skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures
• Provide support to all departments to produce increased revenue, control expenses; contribute to customer satisfaction and excellent associate satisfaction.
• Oversight of the accounting office personnel along with all aspects of the general ledger and financial statements
• Review every schedule in the dealerships every month and make necessary corrections
• Partner with the General Managers to manage the financial results of the dealership
• Recommend benchmarks against which to measure the performance of company operations
• Responsible for adherence to dealership policies and internal control structure
• Proactively manage and safeguard company assets
• Actively manage expense structure and vendors
• Prepare the daily, weekly, and monthly reports required by the management team
• Work with the management staff of the dealership to review the data and prepare reports/analysis as necessary

Qualifications:

The controller candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent Dealership Controller experience (5+ years preferred).

• Must have strong CDK DMS experience
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented and enthusiastic presence in a team environment with the ability to lead and influence others
• Ability to be analytical, problem solve and multi-task
• Very strong computer skills, particularly with Excel and the Microsoft office suite
• Experience building strong teams
• Consistent and stable work history
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Professional appearance and work ethic