Dealership Controller

Car Guys • Full Time • $174,000–$174,000 / year

Posted on Thu, Oct 8, 2026

<p>AUTOMOTIVE CONTROLLER / DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER / AUTOMOTIVE ACCOUNTING MANAGER – UP TO $174,000+ PER YEAR<br> CarGuys Inc. – High-Paying Automotive Accounting Management Jobs Nationwide</p> <h3>LOCATION</h3> <p>Nationwide dealership controller opportunities with automotive groups and dealerships</p> <h3>JOB TYPE</h3> <p>Full-Time<br> High Pay + Bonus Opportunities</p> <h3>ABOUT THE ROLE</h3> <p>CarGuys Inc., America’s and Canada’s #1 Automotive Recruiter, connects Automotive Controllers, Dealership Controllers, and Accounting Managers with top-performing dealerships and automotive groups across the U.S. and Canada.</p> <p>We work with employers actively hiring experienced accounting leaders who oversee financial operations, ensure compliance, and drive dealership profitability. Our clients provide the opportunity—you choose the best fit.</p> <h3>WHAT OUR CLIENTS OFFER</h3> <ul> <li>Top Pay for Dealership Controllers <ul> <li>Industry-leading compensation packages</li> <li>Performance-based bonuses tied to financial performance</li> </ul> </li> <li>Established Dealership Operations <ul> <li>High-volume dealerships with strong revenue streams</li> <li>Structured accounting departments and systems</li> </ul> </li> <li>Career Growth Opportunities <ul> <li>Advancement into Regional Controller or CFO roles</li> <li>Leadership development and financial management training</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <h3>WHY WORK WITH CARGUYS INC.</h3> <ul> <li>Access to top dealership controller and automotive accounting leadership jobs</li> <li>Personalized job matching based on your experience</li> <li>No cost to candidates — employers retain our services</li> </ul> <h3>DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER RESPONSIBILITIES</h3> <ul> <li>Oversee all dealership accounting and financial operations</li> <li>Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger</li> <li>Supervise accounting staff and office personnel</li> <li>Prepare financial statements, reports, and forecasts</li> <li>Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies</li> <li>Handle budgeting, audits, and financial analysis</li> <li>Monitor cash flow, expenses, and profitability</li> <li>Work closely with dealership management to drive financial performance</li> </ul> <h3>DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER QUALIFICATIONS</h3> <ul> <li>Experience as a dealership controller, automotive controller, or accounting manager</li> <li>Strong knowledge of dealership accounting and financial reporting</li> <li>Leadership experience managing accounting teams</li> <li>Proficiency in accounting software and dealership management systems</li> <li>Excellent analytical and organizational skills</li> </ul> <h3>DEALERSHIP CONTROLLER SKILLS</h3> <p>Strong skills in automotive accounting, financial reporting, general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and financial analysis. Experience overseeing dealership accounting operations, audits, compliance, and financial controls.</p> <p>Knowledge of dealership financial statements, profit and loss, cash flow management, and accounting systems. Ability to lead teams, improve processes, and drive financial performance in a high-volume dealership environment.</p> <p>Keywords: dealership controller, automotive controller, accounting manager, finance manager, dealership accounting, general ledger, financial reporting, budgeting, accounting supervisor, automotive accounting</p> <h3>HOW IT WORKS</h3> <p>You are applying through CarGuys Inc., America’s and Canada’s #1 Automotive Recruiter. Automotive dealerships and dealer groups partner with us to hire experienced accounting leaders. If selected, your resume will be forwarded to a local employer.</p> <h3>APPLY TODAY</h3> <p>Apply now to connect with high-paying dealership controller and automotive accounting management opportunities.</p> <h3>CARGUYS INC.</h3> <p>America’s and Canada’s #1 Automotive Recruiter</p> <h3>#ZR</h3>

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