Controller - Hybrid

Overview

This role is responsible for overseeing a dealership’s accounting and financial reporting functions, providing financial leadership, and delivering insights that support strategic decision-making. The position also involves partnering with dealership leadership, mentoring an accounting team, and helping drive future growth and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the dealership’s accounting and financial reporting functions.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and expense control activities.
• Ensure all financial accounts are reconciled accurately and on time, including:
  • cash
  • accounts receivable
  • accounts payable
  • prepaid expenses
  • fixed assets
  • payroll
  • manufacturer statements
  • intercompany accounts
  • vehicle deal commissions
• Prepare and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting requirements.
• Analyze financial results and identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Review and maintain dealership contracts and financial agreements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and manufacturer requirements.
• Attend leadership meetings and contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and business planning discussions.
• Collaborate with Home Office and dealership leadership teams on financial and operational initiatives.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop accounting team members.
• Support year-end reporting, audits, and other financial projects as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-5 years of progressive accounting experience.
• Previous automotive dealership accounting experience is required.
• CPA designation.
• Previous leadership experience overseeing or managing an accounting team.
• Strong understanding of dealership accounting processes, financial reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Results-driven, detail-oriented, and highly organized with strong business acumen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary + bonus (to be discussed)
• Competitive compensation package + bonus
• Health, Dental and Extended Health (Life/Disability) Benefits.
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Program.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Career growth opportunities within the dealer network.

Location

• Halifax, NS / Moncton, NB (preferably Moncton)
• Classification: Hybrid. Full-Time, Immediate Hire
• Remote work for this role specifically