Controller

Tyler Automotive a three dealership auto group in Southwest Michigan needs a controller:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee the financial and accounting system and personnel

• Manage daily operations of the accounting department, cashiers and receptions

• Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing

• Reconcile the bank accounts for the dealership on a daily basis

• Complete all required reports for the corporate office on a regular basis

• Prepare monthly budgets and financial statements

• Forecast financial goals for each quarter to maintain the dealership’s profitability

• Process all insurance claims and liability insurance

• Review all financial statements and ledgers, and work with the accounting staff to clear up any discrepancies

• Prepare all taxes and filing forms with the government

• Meet with the department managers to regularly review business matters and develop plans to increase profitability

• Ensure all human resources and payroll functions are operational and work cooperatively with the corporate office to handle employee issues as needed

• Ensure required HR training is completed

• Cross-train in all accounting positions

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous automotive dealership experience preferred

• Strong communications, customer service, leadership and organizational skills

• Excellent analytical ability

• High school diploma is necessary; college or advanced degree preferred

• Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office applications or the equivalent 

• Clean driving record & valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as necessary