Ghent Motor Company is looking for their new leader of the accounting team. Controllers are in charge of closely monitoring a dealership's financial health. They typically maintain, manage, and analyze financial statements, payroll, budgets, tax compliance issues, and more.WHAT WE OFFERMedical and Dental401K PlanCompetitive wagesPaid time off and vacationGrowth opportunitiesAt Ghent Motors, we strive to make every customer a customer for life. Happy employees make happy customers, and we reward individuals who are ready to work hard and stay motivated. Every employee at Ghent Motors is absolutely critical to its success. Our promise is to keep delivering the same award winning service and value that our community has come to expect from our dealership through the years.ResponsibilitiesOversee the financial and accounting system and personnelManage daily operations of the accounting department, cashiers and receptionsDesign, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffingReconcile the bank accounts for the dealership on a daily basisComplete all required reports for the corporate office on a regular basisPrepare monthly budgets and financial statementsForecast financial goals for each quarter to maintain the dealership's profitabilityProcess all insurance claims and liability insuranceReview all financial statements and ledgers, and work with the accounting staff to clear up any discrepanciesPrepare all taxes and filing forms with the governmentMeet with the department managers to regularly review business matters and develop plans to increase profitabilityEnsure all human resources and payroll functions are operational and work cooperatively with the corporate office to handle employee issues as neededEnsure required HR training is completedCross-train in all accounting positionsRequirements3-5 years of previous automotive controller experience requiredPrevious automotive dealership experience requiredStrong communications, customer service, leadership and organizational skillsExcellent analytical abilityHigh school diploma is necessary; college or advanced degree preferredProficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office applications or the equivalentClean driving record & valid driver's license and willingness to travel as necessaryGhent Motor Company is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
