Multi-rooftop or group-level dealership experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of dealership financial statements and internal controls
Experience leading dealership business office operations
Ability to identify and solve operational or financial issues
Strong organizational skills for managing multiple priorities
High level of professionalism and attention to detail
Strong communication skills for effective partnership with leadership teams
Experience with dealership management system CDK
Advanced Microsoft Excel and financial reporting skills preferred
Responsibilities
Partner with General Managers to develop financial and operational strategies
Oversee day-to-day dealership accounting and business office operations
Lead and develop business office employees in a collaborative environment
Maintain oversight of dealership general ledgers and report discrepancies
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes
Collaborate on the creation and management of business plans
Communicate the impact of business plans on operational decisions
Ensure compliance with Company policies and accounting procedures
Support recruiting and training of accounting personnel
Assist in maintaining brand standards and operational excellence
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid sick time
Paid vacation
401(k)
401(k) matching
Flexible spending account
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Employee assistance plan
Disability insurance
Full Job Description
Join one of the nation's leading automotive groups and help drive operational excellence across multiple dealership locations. We are seeking an experienced Area Controller to support three dealerships by providing financial leadership, operational partnership, and oversight of dealership accounting and business office operations.
This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for partnering with General Managers and executive leadership to support business performance, maintain strong financial controls, develop teams, and help ensure operational consistency across multiple rooftops. The ideal candidate is a collaborative and solutions-oriented leader with strong dealership accounting experience, excellent business acumen, and a passion for developing people and processes.
What You Will Do
Partner with General Managers and dealership leadership teams to support the development and execution of financial and operational strategies
Oversee day-to-day dealership accounting and business office operations across multiple locations
Lead, coach, and develop business office employees while fostering a collaborative, team-oriented, and solutions-focused environment
Maintain oversight of dealership general ledgers, identify issues or discrepancies, conduct investigations, and report findings to executive leadership
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closing processes
Partner with Executive and Accounting leadership on the creation, tracking, and ongoing management of Prefixed business plans
Understand and communicate how business plans impact operational decisions, compensation structures, and pay plans
Participate in the development and administration of pay plans to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives
Ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with Company policies, internal controls, and accounting procedures
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations impacting dealership operations
Support recruiting, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of accounting and office personnel
Assist in supporting and maintaining the Fletcher Jones brand standards and operational excellence initiatives across all dealerships
Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned
