Automotive Financial Controller Northern Roads Auto Group is more than just a business, a collection of dealerships, or rooftops—it’s a place where our family has the privilege to serve yours.
Location: Northern Roads Auto Group Head Office – 7960 Oakwood Drive
Availability: Full-Time, Monday to Friday
You’ll Love Your Position as Controller Northern Roads Auto Group is looking for an experienced Automotive Dealership Controller to join our growing team.
This is not a general accounting position. Automotive dealership accounting experience is required.
As Controller, you’ll oversee the accounting operations of one dealership or support multiple dealerships within Northern Roads Auto Group. This is a hands‑on leadership position for an experienced automotive accounting professional who understands dealership financials, OEM reporting, deal posting, DMS systems, and the fast‑paced nature of automotive retail.
The ideal candidate is a CPA with proven dealership accounting experience who can confidently lead the accounting function while partnering with dealership management, ownership, OEMs, banks, and external advisors.
Your Responsibilities Will Include Preparing accurate and timely monthly financial statements, including OEM manufacturer financial reporting
Leading the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close process
Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and general ledger activity
Reviewing vehicle deal postings, ensuring accuracy of paperwork, and validating reported gross profit
Reconciling balance sheet accounts and maintaining accurate financial schedules
Monitoring cash flow and supporting banking and treasury functions
Preparing and analyzing dealership financial results for ownership and senior leadership
Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Coordinating annual audits and responding to CRA, banking, and manufacturer reporting requirements
Maintaining strong internal controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
Reconciling intercompany transactions across multiple dealerships and related entities
Supervising, mentoring, and developing the accounting team
Developing and improving accounting procedures, SOPs, automation initiatives, and DMS processes




Supporting dealership leadership with financial analysis, reporting, and decision-making
Identifying opportunities to improve dealership accounting processes, controls, and profitability
Embracing new technologies, AI tools, and automation to improve efficiency and accuracy
We’d Love to Hear From You If You Have Required Qualifications CPA designation required
Automotive dealership accounting experience required
Several years of progressive accounting experience within an automotive dealership environment
Strong understanding of dealership financial statements and OEM reporting
Experience with dealership month-end and year-end processes
Experience reviewing vehicle deal postings and gross profit reporting
Strong understanding of reconciliations, internal controls, and full‑cycle accounting
Dealer Management System experience required — PBS, CDK, Reynolds & Reynolds, or similar
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast‑paced dealership environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
A continuous improvement mindset with an interest in technology, automation, and AI
Strong Assets Experience as a Dealership Controller
Experience overseeing accounting for multiple rooftops
Experience with multiple OEMs
Experience preparing and submitting OEM dealer financial statements
Previous supervisory or accounting management experience
Multi‑entity or multi‑location dealership accounting experience
Dealership payroll experience
Experience with dealership budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
Experience working directly with dealership ownership and General Managers
Experience with dealership audits, CRA matters, banking relationships, and manufacturer requirements
When You Join Northern Roads, You’ll Enjoy Trusted relationships – We're a work family, and you'll become an important part of our team.




Employee engagement activities – We believe work should be rewarding and enjoyable.
Health & wellness benefits – Comprehensive health and dental coverage because your well-being matters.
Career growth and development – Professional training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within our growing organization.
Professional fee reimbursement – We support your CPA designation through reimbursement of annual professional dues.
Leadership opportunities – Work directly with ownership and senior leadership while helping shape the future of a rapidly growing automotive group.
Innovation & technology – Be part of a team actively exploring automation, AI, and technology to improve the way we operate.
There are plenty of other perks and incentives—you'll have to join us to find out more!
About Northern Roads Auto Group Northern Roads Auto Group has proudly operated successful family businesses throughout Ontario for nearly 50 years, with automotive roots dating back to 1993. Today, our growing automotive group includes Cardinal Kia, Lindsay Kia, Belleville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM FIAT, and Fort Erie Toyota.
Our founding dealership has earned multiple Readers’ Choice Awards and Kia Canada's prestigious President's Award, and we continue to bring that same award‑winning culture and customer experience to every location.
We're committed to investing in our people through ongoing training, career development, innovation, and community involvement while embracing new technologies that improve both the customer and employee experience.
Our mission is straightforward: Driving trust, innovation, and community forward, one customer, one vehicle, one experience at a time.
At Northern Roads Auto Group Inc., accommodations are available throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free workplace. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest. Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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