Location: Northern Roads Auto Group Head Office - 7960 Oakwood Drive Availability: Full-Time, Monday to Friday Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 per year, based on experience You'll love your position as Controller: As Controller, you'll oversee the accounting operations of one dealership or support multiple dealerships within Northern Roads Auto Group. This is a hands-on leadership position ideal for a designated CPA who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and is passionate about building strong financial processes. Your responsibilities will include: - Preparing accurate and timely monthly financial statements, including OEM manufacturer financial reporting. - Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process. - Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and general ledger activity. - Reviewing deal postings, ensuring accuracy of paperwork, and validating reported gross profit. - Reconciling balance sheet accounts and maintaining accurate financial schedules. - Monitoring cash flow and supporting banking and treasury functions. - Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis for senior leadership. - Coordinating annual audits and responding to CRA, banking, and manufacturer reporting requirements. - Maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. - Reconciling intercompany transactions across multiple dealerships and related entities. - Supervising, mentoring, and developing the accounting team. - Developing and improving accounting procedures, SOPs, automation initiatives, and DMS processes. - Supporting continuous improvement initiatives while embracing new technologies, AI tools, and process automation. We'd love to hear from you if you have: Required Qualifications - CPA designation (required). - Several years of progressive accounting experience with responsibility for the full accounting cycle. - Experience preparing financial statements. - Strong understanding of accounting principles, reconciliations, and internal controls. - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. - Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills. - Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills. - A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in automation and technology. Strong Assets - Automotive dealership accounting experience. - Experience using a Dealer Management System (PBS, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar). - Experience preparing OEM dealer financial statements. - Previous supervisory or management experience. - Multi-entity or multi-location accounting experience. - Payroll experience. - Experience with budgeting, forecasting, or financial planning software.