Controller – Dealership & Inventory Accounting

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to lead financial operations, oversee full‑cycle accounting, and provide strategic financial insights to ownership. This role manages AR/AP, payroll, inventory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and floor‑plan financing while ensuring accurate, GAAP‑compliant reporting.

This is a hands‑on, onsite position ideal for candidates with dealership or inventory‑intensive business experience who can partner closely with leadership to support operational and financial performance.

Onsite | No Visa Sponsorship | No Relocation Assistance

Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Monitor margins, cash flow, and key performance metrics used by leadership.
• Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, cash‑flow models, and financial analyses.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual GAAP‑compliant financial statements.
• Lead all accounting operations including AR, AP, payroll, inventory, and general ledger.

Inventory & Dealership Operations

• Ensure accurate costing, pricing, and inventory controls.
• Oversee floor‑plan financing, interest tracking, and manufacturer reporting.
• Support sales and service departments with financial reporting and insights.
• Manage inventory accounting, valuation, reconciliation, and turnover analysis.

Compliance & Internal Controls

• Maintain strong internal controls and accounting processes.
• Coordinate with external accountants, auditors, and financial institutions.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and audit requirements.

HR & Administrative Support

• Support payroll, benefits administration, and general HR functions as needed.
• Assist leadership with people‑related financial processes (compensation, benefits, onboarding)

Strategic Partnership

• Provide insights on profitability, cost control, and operational efficiency.
• Partner with ownership to guide financial decision‑making and long‑term planning.
• Improve financial visibility across departments and streamline reporting processes.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Strong knowledge of GAAP and full‑cycle accounting.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proficiency with accounting software and advanced Excel.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a dealership or inventory‑based business.
• Hands‑on experience with: Inventory Accounting, Floor‑Plan Financing, Manufacturer Reporting, AR/AP, Payroll, General Ledger and Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cash‑Flow Management.

Preferred Skills:

• CPA (active or inactive)
• Experience supervising small accounting or bookkeeping teams.
• Experience in automotive, equipment, RV, powersports, or similar inventory‑driven industries.