Automotive ControllerChestatee Ford | Dawsonville-Dahlonega, GAJoin a stable, well-established OEM franchised automotive dealership in North Georgia as our next Controller - a rare opportunity for an experienced dealership accounting professional to step into a long-term leadership role with a supportive ownership team.
About the RoleWe're looking for an experienced, highly organized Controller to lead our dealership's accounting and financial operations. You'll oversee a team of 4, report directly to dealership ownership/management, and be the financial backbone that keeps the store running smoothly and compliant with manufacturer standards.
What You'll Do- Prepare and submit accurate monthly manufacturer financial statements
- Oversee all dealership accounting operations, including AP/AR, payroll, and general ledger management
- Perform account reconciliations and monitor cash flow, expenses, and overall financial performance
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer requirements and internal accounting controls
- Partner with ownership and management to provide timely, accurate financial reporting and insight
- Supervise, mentor, and support accounting/office staff
What We're Looking For- Previous automotive dealership accounting/controller experience strongly preferred
- Hands-on experience preparing manufacturer financial statements
- Solid grasp of dealership accounting procedures and internal financial controls
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Clear communicator and confident leader
- Dependable, professional, and committed to accuracy and confidentiality
What We Offer- Competitive salary: based on experience [+ bonus/incentive structure if applicable]
- [Benefits: health insurance, PTO, vehicle discount, etc.]
- A stable, professional environment with an established dealership group and long-term growth potential
