Dealership Controller (Retail Motor Vehicles)
Mississauga | Office Based Role
Compensation Package: $90,000-$100,000 + annual bonus + 3 weeks’ vacation + benefits + RSP after 1 year ($3,000)
Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor the dealership’s Accounting team, setting clear processes and high standards
- Oversee all financial operations including cash flow, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Partner closely with Dealership management and General Manager to drive profitability and long-term planning
- Prepare and analyze monthly and annual financial statements, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, manufacturer requirements, and government standards
- Manage banking relationships, credit lines, insurance, inventory financing, and wholesale liabilities
- Develop and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and efficient reporting systems
- Support department managers with clear financial insights to improve performance
- Oversee recruitment, on-boarding, and training for accounting staff
- Supervise the administration of Group Health Plan and other benefit programs
- Perform other tasks, based on management requirements and instructions
Qualifications:
- University degree in Accounting or equivalent; professional designation (CA, CGA, CMA) preferred
- Strong knowledge of dealership accounting operations (retail automotive environment) or experience coming directly from a public accounting firm
- High computer literacy with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication with proven interpersonal effectiveness
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including motivating teams and managing departmental operations
- Strong business acumen with sound judgment and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize, coordinate across departments, and drive tasks to completion
- Customer-focused mindset with the ability to work collaboratively toward shared goals
