Controller wanted for The Dennis & Co. Auto Group

We operate a major automotive dealership group in the Metropolitan New York region with a diversified portfolio of 11 brands across 15 locations, including Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Kia, Volkswagen, Ford, Buick, GMC, Fiat, Chevrolet, and Cadillac. The group also owns and operates a used-only dealership and two collision centers.

We are seeking an experienced Controller for our brand new flagship BMW dealership located in Long Island City Queens .

Please note, this position is located in Pearl River with scheduled visits to LIC.

Essential Duties Included but are not limited to:

• Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and within each manufacturer's format and time frame. Ensures that all manufacturer accounts, including warranty claims, rebates, interest protection and co-op advertising are current and accurate.
• Interprets the financial statement and the daily operating control (DOC) regularly and informs dealer of developing trends.
• Participates in the preparation of short- and long-term financial forecasts for the dealership.
• Provides department managers with detailed financial and management reports.
• Maintains an effective cash management system that forecasts cash funds and makes recommendations for the profitable use of excess cash.
• Directs assessment of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.
• Reviews the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable and floor plan payable.
• Stays abreast of tax code revisions and advises dealer regarding any operational adjustments needed to accommodate revisions.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable government finance regulations, including filing and/or maintaining of required forms, payroll taxes and deposits, income taxes, retirement plan records etc.
• Manages the dealership computer system to maximize utilization.
• Administers a loss review program and maintains loss reserves for contingent liabilities and trade receivables.
• Meets with dealer to evaluate all insurance renewals.
• Purchases property and liability insurance.
• Prepares and processes all insurance claims.
• Coordinates annual audit (or review) and physical inventory.
• Ensures that all office personnel are using proper accounting procedures and maintaining accurate records and analyses and supervises the preparation of all information for the CPA in order to minimize audit or review costs.
• Continually strives to improve data integrity and information reporting throughout the dealership.

Education and/or Experience:

• 7-10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Automotive DMS experience required; CDK or Reynolds & Reynolds strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as a Controller or Office Manager in an automotive dealership environment preferred.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Free College Tuition through our partnership with Strayer University.
• Medical/Dental Coverage
• Paid Holidays
• Continuous Professional Development

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $220,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Pearl River, NY 10965 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Pearl River, NY 10965: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person