Controller (Automotive Retail)

Job information Controller (Automotive Retail) from the Company Toronto Hyundai, this latest Controller (Automotive Retail) job vacancy is located in the city North York, ON. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Accounting field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

The Controller will oversee the financial operations, drive profitability, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This high-impact role requires expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash management to support the dealership's continued growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and are ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Ideal Candidate Traits

• Financial & Regulatory Expertise - In-depth knowledge of dealership accounting policies, financial reporting, account reconciliation, and industry regulations.
• Leadership & Strategic Thinking - Ability to coach and develop teams, work with department managers, and contribute to financial and operational success.
• Analytical & Tech-Savvy - Skilled in financial analysis, forecasting, multi-tasking, and leveraging accounting software.
• Communication & Decision-Making - Strong verbal and written communication skills, independent problem-solving, and the ability to manage high-value transactions.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee all dealership accounting and bookkeeping activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, profit-and-loss reports, and cash flow statements.
• Reconcile accounts monthly and conduct financial analyses to support business decisions.

Regulatory Compliance & Internal Controls

• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local automotive regulations.
• Manage payroll, purchase orders, and fixed assets while maintaining financial records.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to protect dealership assets and prevent fraud.

Strategic Planning & Business Support

• Provide financial insights to department managers to improve sales, service, and parts operations.
• Assist in long-term strategic planning and forecasting financial trends.
• Work closely with dealership leadership to optimize profitability and efficiency.

Leadership & Team Development

• Supervise and mentor accounting and administrative staff, fostering a high-performance team.
• Promote continuous improvement and best practices in financial management.
• Support hiring and personnel management, and various HR responsibilities.

Operational & Administrative Duties

• Handle high-value transactions and multiple financial processes simultaneously.
• Maintain dealership filing systems for financial and administrative records.
• Work with various financial and office systems, including payroll and reporting tools.
• Provide the Dealer Principal with financial insights to support informed decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (CPA designation is an asset).
• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial management, preferably in an automotive dealership.
• Strong knowledge of dealership accounting policies and automotive financial operations.
• Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and account reconciliation.
• Experience managing payroll, purchase orders, fixed assets, and compliance.
• Proficiency in PBS (dealer management software), financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to coach, delegate, and develop accounting team members.
• Experience in long-term financial planning and business strategy.
• Skilled in collaborating with department managers to optimize operations.
• Strong problem-solving and financial analysis capabilities.
• High attention to detail with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience maintaining organized financial records and filing systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to translate financial insights to non-financial team members.
• Effective conflict resolution and cross-department collaboration skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company events
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Application question(s):

• Do you have five or more years of accounting or financial management experience?
• do you have five or more years of dealership experience

Licence/Certification:

• CPA (required)

Work Location: In person