What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dealership Controller position at Van Horn Automotive Group Inc?
Van Horn Automotive Group has an outstanding opportunity for a Controller!
We’re looking for a skilled Dealership Controller to drive accuracy, accountability, and insight across our operations. In this role, you’ll be a trusted partner to leadership—overseeing financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and helping guide big-picture decisions that shape our success. This role provides strategic oversight of financial operations, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across the organization. If you’re a detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a dealership environment and enjoys making an impact, we want to hear from you!
Why work at Van Horn:
- Generous paid time off policy including vacation, personal days, and holidays
- Gym/workout reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional growth opportunities
- Health, Dental Vision, 401k & more!
- Paid volunteer time: 16 hours of paid time off annually to volunteer for organizations of your choice
- Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
- Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP): Retirement plan that is 100% funded by the company
- Professional work environment
- Promote from within culture
- Community involvement
- Employee referral program
- Holiday parties, brewer game, summer picnic & more!
Your Responsibilities:
- Validate accounting team outputs for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Lead variance, trend, and root cause analysis to support operational decision-making.
- Foster collaboration between dealerships and corporate functions to ensure financial and operational alignment.
- Act as liaison for auditors, tax advisors, regulatory agencies, ESOP partners, and the company’s dealer management system (DMS) provider.
- Oversee day-to-day administration of the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), including compliance, reporting, and coordination with plan administrators.
- Partner with accounting managers (dealerships and sub-companies) to maintain high standards in financial operations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred).
- 7 to10 years of accounting leadership experience, preferably in automotive retail or a multi-entity environment.
- Strong knowledge of GAAP, dealership accounting practices, and internal controls.
- Proven experience auditing or reviewing complex financial statements.
- Proficiency with DMS, ERP, and accounting software.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
- Valid Driver’s License Required
For more information on what its like to work at Van Horn visit: vhcarsrecruiting.com !
