We are currently seeking a Controller to join our leadership team of customer focused professionals within our high volume and process-driven automotive dealership.

This role is responsible for the financial control framework of the dealership as well as the overall performance and efficiency of the Accounting Department. This Management role is responsible for ongoing planning and collaboration with other department leaders; executing on objectives, goals and growth strategies; ensuring compliance with process and procedures; inspiring and coaching team members for performance; improving efficiencies; driving sales and championing financial controls.

The Manager in charge of the Accounting Department is known as the dealership Controller and is an expert in the areas of accounting and finance. Controllers understand that the timeliness, efficiency & accuracy of our accounting departments is paramount to our success and will work hard to ensure that their department performs to a very high standard.

The Controller is required to analyze new and ongoing situations and collaborate with department managers to support planning and control activities required to prepare monthly financial statements. To be successful in their role, the Controller must be an effective communicator, able to work with managers from a broad range of other disciplines. Information must be conveyed to other managers in a simple, straightforward manner. Much of the controller’s work involves consulting, business analysis and advising others within the organization.

Our leaders understand that the best team will provide the best customer service and as such, make attracting and retaining talent a top priority because it is critical to our success. Fostering a team of happy, empowered and engaged individuals is a key priority of this leadership role.

Our Managers are ambitious, innovative and forward-thinking who strongly believe that our people are our greatest asset. As lifelong students of their craft, they pursue improvement at every turn. They do not settle for “Best” because their quest to improve and grow doesn’t have a finish line.





Our people understand that customers have a choice in where they purchase and service their vehicles and therefore demonstrate a commitment to delivering unparalleled service to show our customers real value for their hard-earned money. As an excellent communicator with strong organizational skills, you love working directly with both customers & co-workers, businesspeople and people-people.

Skills Profile:

- People leader skilled in motivating and sustaining engaged team members
- Energized by challenges; driven to improve efficiency and maintain cohesive teams
- Proactive self-starter with a desire for accountability
- Passion for delivering consistently exceptional customer experience
- Operates with the highest level of integrity
- Exceptional initiative, high energy and positive attitude
- Process driven with impeccable organization and prioritization abilities
- Exceptional problem solving and conflict resolution skills
- Impeccable follow-through and commitment to building and cultivating relationships
- Establish excellent “One Dealership” relationships with other departments to help deliver on our customer promise
- A "do-er" who uses their positive influence to get things done and deliver results
- Shows perseverance and resilience in times of change and continuous improvements
- Does the right thing to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating loyalty and responsibility to our organization and our team
- Makes pragmatic decisions, using a mix of intellect & experience
- Makes timely decisions, even in ambiguous, rapidly changing situations

Key Accountabilities & Objectives:

- Provide leadership, training and direction to the accounting department personnel to ensure attainment of business objectives
- Preparation and timely submission of monthly financial statements




- Develop and monitor reports to manage the health & profitability of the department and it’s team
- Implement standardized accounting practices and processes and ensure consistent accountability and compliance
- Aid in workforce management and backfilling important roles when necessary, including deal posting
- Manage and oversee financial controls of the dealerships in all accounting areas including monthly statement generation, journal entries, reconciliations and remittances, accounts and management of ongoing audit compliance and other projects and initiatives as needed
- Provide leadership, training and coaching to Accounting staff members
- Develop and monitor reports to manage the health & profitability of the department and its team reporting results and recommendations to dealership managers
- Manage integration of new processes, special projects, and onboarding of new employees as required
- Manage frozen capital
- Maintain a positive OEM relationship
- Collaborating with Manager(s) in producing Annual Forecasting
- Plans and develop short- and long-term goals and objectives with time projection

Special Requirements:
Valid driver’s license
Post Secondary Education
CPA, CA Designation preferred
Previous Auto dealership experience preferred
The group controller is expected to have knowledge of group benefit administration, payroll and HR functions
Skilled in the analysis and creation of business financial statements
Expert level Technical/Computer skills are essential. Experience with Reynolds Ignite DMS
Minimum 5 years of senior financial experience

Qualified applicants are invited to apply with resume and cover letter.

We an equal opportunity employer which values diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us at (phone hidden) to make your needs known in advance.

Pay: $80,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Controller (Brampton)
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