Automotive Vice President of Accounting

Martin Management Group is looking to add a Automotive Vice President of Accounting to our growing company! The National Controller is responsible for maintaining the financial accuracy of each dealership’s operation. Establishing & monitoring compliance with accounting policies. Monitor internal controls.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the activities of each dealership controller. Provide oversight, support and guidance.

• Create and maintain formal record of established accounting policies.

• Continually monitor compliance with established accounting policies.

• Prepare information for and participate in monthly Manager’s meetings.

• Serve as coordinator for information security program.

• Monitor DMS activities and usage in each dealership. Identify and implement improvements in procedures to better use the DMS.

• Review and implement procedures to streamline accounting functions across departments and dealerships.

• Serve as liaison between facilities and various banking institutions.

• Review and approve dealer agreements with various lending institutions prior to signing by the company president. • Review and recommend pay plans for controllers and office staff.

• Maintain knowledge of laws pertaining to the automotive industry, and of financial and accounting principles.

• Inform dealership management and appropriate corporate personnel of any out-of-line conditions in areas such as cash, receivables, inventories, payables and payroll.

• Coordinate annual financial reporting with VP of Support Operations and our outside accounting firm.

• Coordinate outside tax audits (sales, payroll).

• Review and monitor internal controls at each dealership. Implement improvements.

• Conduct various business meeting presentations as needed.

• Assist executive team in establishing procurement processes and implementing safeguards to ensure dealership compliance for purchases.

• Review monthly financial statement of each dealership for timeliness, accuracy and validity.

• Develop positive relationships with all levels of management and dealership personnel.

• Be able to travel at least 25%.

• Follow policies and procedures as set forth in the Personnel Policy Manual and other corporate policies.

• Any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred.
• Minimum of eight years in a dealership accounting environment preferred.
• Minimum five years supervisory experience.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Proficient with DMS system.
• Ability to interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to use personal computer applications
• Valid Driver's License
• Up to 25% travel

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Weekly Paychecks

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