CONTROLLER-AUTO DEALERSHIP

Controller                   

The Controller provides sales and expense analyses for all departments. Fairly represents the financial condition of the dealership, develops controls necessary for the proper conduct of the business, and maintains accurate records. This position interacts daily with Accounting Associates, Sales Associates, Service Managers, support staff and customers, just to name a few.

Job Responsibilities

The Controller is a key position that reports to the General Manager and the Corporate CFO. The Controller supports the entire accounting function and financial reporting for our dealership. This position will work closely with management and other departments to help ensure harmonious and productive operations, which will help maximize the success of the dealerships. Successful Candidates must be able to maintain excellent business relations with customers, both internally and externally. Candidates will also be expected to help develop and motivate accounting associates to ensure that performance metrics are being met or exceeded.  

Other essential responsibilities:

• Prepare complete financial statements and submit to the manufacture and management in accordance with established timeframes
• Interpret and analyze financial statements
• Keep the General Manager informed on the trends and cash needs of the business
• Develop and maintain an effective cash management system
• Manage the day to day accounting operations of the store to ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with dealership accounting processes and policies
• Close the books accurately each month
• Prepare and submit required statements and reports
• Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place
• Assist department managers in reading and interpreting their financial reports and in creating action plans needed to improve their operation
• Respond to request for information and assistance in a timely manner
• Work with General Manager to improve revenue or reduce expense in order to meet or exceed budget and grow the business
• Oversee a deparmtne of 6+ accounting staff to ensure that corporate initiatives are attained

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting a must; MBA/CPA preferred 
• 3 + years of experience as a Dealership Controller
• Reynolds & Reynolds experience preferred, (CDK /ADP experience considered)
• Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner
• Excellent communication skills

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

In addition to career-long personal development, our associates enjoy a number of benefits, including:

• Paid Vacation
• We offer Healthcare benefits for our employees
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee discounts for vehicle purchases and repairs

About Us

Located in Harlingen, TX Boggus Ford is proud to be one of the premier dealerships in the Rio Grande Valley. Family owned and operated for over 86 years, we have always felt a deep commitment to our customers, community, and employees.  If you are looking for a company that offers job stability with great income potential along with excellent employee benefits and values a healthy work-life balance you don’t need to look any further. We offer ongoing training programs and the opportunity for career advancement.  We are always looking for individuals with the desire to do their best to join our amazing organization.