Assistant Controller / Dealership Accountant – Leader Automotive Group

Leader Automotive Group is a wholly owned subsidiary of AutoCanada, a publicly traded company. Leader Automotive is AutoCanada’s first footprint into the U.S. market and we currently have 9 dealerships consisting of 15 different franchises and approximately 500 employees. We have a strong presence in the Chicagoland area with 7 dealerships and 2 more located in central Illinois. We are searching for talented individuals as we begin a new and exciting legacy into the U.S. market.

We know that to be best-in-class in the industry and to succeed that we need the best people. That's why we are committed to hiring the best people who can help us produce exceptional experiences for our client. We strive to provide our associates with meaningful and challenging work, an engaging and collaborative environment, recognition for performance and opportunities for growth and advancement.

We are currently searching for a dealership accountant / assistant controller to join our centralized accounting team at our beautiful store in Lincoln Park. We can offer a very competitive compensation plan and a strong benefit package. If you would like to join a new, exciting, and growing organization, we'd love to speak with you.

MUST HAVE RETAIL AUTOMOTIVE DEALERSHIP EXPERIENCE.

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• BCBS Health & Wellness Discounts/Programs
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off / Vacation
• Growth / Advancement Opportunities
• Employee Vehicle Purchase Policy
• Above Average Industry Pay
• Publicly traded organization / stability 
• Employee referral bonuses

The Opportunity:

Leader Automotive Group is searching for an experienced accountant to take on the role of Assistant Controller/dealership accountant. Reporting to the Chief Controller and working closely with the Controllers and General Managers, you will lead a team that provides administrative support to all 9 dealerships and helps ensure that financial processes, controls and policies are fully understood and followed.

Your Key Responsibilities:

· Provide support and assistance to the controllers to ensure that financial functions are reconciled monthly including (but not limited to): cash, accounts receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payables, manufacturer statements, payroll administration, vehicle deal commissioning, inter-company accounts.

· Bank Reconciliation

· Provide direction and back up support to payroll

· As directed, reconcile accounts prior to month end

· Complete end of month accounting reports as assigned

· Provide support and assistance to the Controllers, General Managers, the executive team and Chief Controller to ensure all their financial and accounting needs are met and relevant analysis is performed.

· Be heavily involved in the integration process with the accounting departments for new dealerships to ensure compliance with Chief Controller accounting policies, controls, reporting timelines and procedures.

· Assist with hiring, reviewing performance and administering corrective action plans to associates when necessary.

· Assist with the training process and ongoing development of the accounting team to ensure understanding and compliance with the accounting DMS, accounting policies, controls, reporting timelines and procedures.

· Drive continuous communication with General Managers.

· Support associates with all Controller and Chief Controller requests and projects to ensure timely and accurate implementation and execution.

· Provide leadership and support to ensure the team is successful in achieving goals and objectives.

· Promote professional development within a team environment ensuring associates are held accountable.

· Celebrate team successes and cultivate a positive culture of excellence.

· Review and monitor dealership compliance with Chief Controller accounting policies, procedures and controls, to ensure consistency among all dealerships.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

· Completion of bachelor’s degree in accounting from a recognized post-secondary institution preferred.

· A minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience in the Retail Automotive Industry.

· Prior experience in an accounting oversight role is also preferred.

· Must have previous experience building and mentoring a strong team.

· Knowledge of Reynolds and Reynolds Ignite computer systems would be considered an asset.

· A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

· Excellent verbal/written communication skills combined with the ability to interact and gain the support of senior leadership and other decision makers.

· Strong organizational and time management skills.

· Ability to manage priorities, perform a variety of tasks and meet required deadlines and targets

· Results-driven and career focused individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to be successful.

· Detail oriented, self-motivated and resourceful.

· Must have expert excel skills and be highly skilled in other standard office software (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)

· Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving history.

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We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, an engaging and collaborative environment, recognition for performance and opportunities for growth and advancement.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture, as an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all qualified individuals.