AutoNation

AutoNation Dealership Controller (Jacksonville based)

AutoNation$75K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent required
  • Three years of dealership experience preferred
  • Working knowledge of dealership financial statements
  • Ability to simplify complex financial data
  • Strong communication skills essential

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit complete financial statements to manufacturer and management
  • Analyze and interpret financial statements
  • Keep General Manager updated on trends and cash requirements
  • Develop and maintain cash management systems
  • Oversee daily accounting operations for compliance
  • Accurate monthly closing of the books
  • Prepare required financial statements and reports
  • Safeguard store assets and enforce internal controls
  • Assist managers in financial report interpretation and action planning
  • Respond promptly to requests for information
  • Collaborate with General Manager to enhance revenue and efficiency
  • Work with regional staff to achieve corporate goals

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with 401k matching
  • Comprehensive health insurance including dental and vision
  • Generous maternity benefits
  • Discount programs on vehicles and services
  • Exclusive access to discounts through YouDecide
  • Contribute to cancer research initiatives through the DRVPNK mission
Full Job Description
The Controller provides sales and expense analyses for all departments. Fairly represents the financial condition of the dealership, develops controls necessary for the proper conduct of the business, and maintains accurate records.

What are the day-to-day responsibilities?
  • Prepare complete financial statements and submit to the manufacturer and management in accordance with established timeframes
  • Interpret and analyze financial statements
  • Keep the General Manager 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 all AutoNation accounting processes and policies
  • Close the books accurately each month
  • Prepare and submit required statements and reports
  • 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
  • Work with regional staff to ensure that corporate initiatives are attained

What are the requirements for this job?
  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Three years of experience in a dealership position (preferred)
  • Working knowledge of dealership financial statements
  • Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner
  • Excellent communication skills


Exciting Benefits and Perks Await You:
  • Competitive compensation and 401k matching
  • Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with insurance plans (health, dental, vision) and maternity benefits.
  • Associate purchase and discount programs for new and pre-owned vehicles, services, parts, collision, accessories, and AutoGear
  • Access amazing deals and discounts through YouDecide, a website with offers from top providers and retailers
  • Join our DRVPNK mission to raise and donate millions of dollars to cancer research and treatment, partnering with cancer charities nationwide


About AutoNation

AutoNation, Inc. (AutoNation) is an automotive retailer in the United States. As of December 31, 2011, the Company had three operating segments: Domestic, Import, and Premium Luxury. As of December 31, 2011, it owned and operated 258 new vehicle franchises from 215 stores located in the United States, predominantly in metropolitan markets in the Sunbelt region. Its stores sell 32 different brands of new vehicles. The core brands of vehicles that it sells, representing approximately 90% of the new vehicles that it sold during the year ended December 31, 2011, was manufactured by Ford, Toyota, Nissan, General Motors, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Chrysler. The Company offers a diversified range of automotive products and services, which include new vehicles, used vehicles, parts and automotive repair and maintenance services, and automotive finance and insurance products. In January 2014, Autobytel Inc. acquired AutoUSA from AutoNation, Inc.

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Learn more about AutoNation
Size
22,200 employees
Market Cap
$5.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$381.6 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+3.6%
Revenue
$20.3 billion
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