EchoPark Automotive is one of the fastest growing brands within the automotive industry. We are building a business based on doing things the right way. From the way we treat our guests, take pride in our work and share opportunities for our employees to grow as we grow. We are proud of what we're doing here and would love to tell you about our opportunities!
Job DescriptionEchoPark Automotive is looking for an Automotive Dealership Controller to oversee our Colorado market.
The Controller is responsible for exercising sound judgment to make independent discretionary decisions regarding the dealership's overall financial and office workflow. The Controller is the key dealership executive who manages the accounting tasks and related policies and procedures. The Controller is the business partner to the dealership General Manager and, under the direction of the Regional Controller, carries out such policies and responsibilities. The Controller implements control to ensure compliance with the Company’s policies. The Controller directs the office staff to ensure assigned tasks' timely completion and accuracy.
What You'll Do:
- Provide support to all departments to produce increased revenue, control expenses; contribute to customer satisfaction and excellent associate satisfaction.
- Ensure that the accounting records are maintained in an orderly, current, and accurate condition.
- Maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Recruit, supervise, and develop dealership office personnel.
- Audit the balance sheets and schedules regularly and address any possible problems while keeping the Regional Controller informed of potential liabilities.
- Assist operations with dealership forecasting and budgeting.
- Ensure timely completion of all financial statements, monthly work papers, and reports, and resolve any issues.
- Prepare reconciliation of all dealership balance sheet accounts and purify reconciling items every month.
- Review every schedule in the dealership every month and make necessary corrections.
What We're Looking For:
- 5 years of experience managing the accounting function and leading the accounting staff of an automotive dealership is required.
- Accounting degree or equivalent, Automotive Accounting experience.
- Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation-based communication skills.
- Excellent analytical, forecasting, and budgeting skills.
- Experience with dealership management computer systems (CDK preferred).
- Very strong computer skills, particularly with Excel and the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
What We Offer:
- Average annual pay range $120-150k based on experience
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k with 4% company match
- Paid vacation
- Access to leadership and personal development programs
- Casual dress
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Skills Required
- 5 years of experience managing the accounting function and leading the accounting staff of an automotive dealership
- Accounting degree or equivalent
- Automotive accounting experience
- Experience with dealership management computer systems
- Experience with CDK dealership system
- Very strong computer skills, particularly Excel and Microsoft Office suite
- Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation-based communication skills
- Excellent analytical, forecasting, and budgeting skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
Sonic Automotive, Inc., a Fortune 500 company based in Charlotte, North Carolina, is on a quest to become the most valuable diversified automotive retail and service brand in America. Our Company culture thrives on creating, innovating, and providing industry-leading guest experiences, driven by strategic investments in technology, teammates, and ideas that ultimately fulfill ownership dreams, enrich lives, and deliver happiness to our guests and teammates. As one of the largest automotive and powersports retailers in America, we are committed to delivering on this goal while pursuing expansive growth and taking progressive measures to be the leader in these categories. Our new platforms, programs, and people are set to drive the next generation of automotive and powersports guest experiences.
