Automotive Accounting Controller

DARCARS Automotive GroupSilver Spring, MD

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Benefits

Paid Community Service Time

Career Development

Job Description

DARCARS Automotive Group is now hiring an Automotive Accounting Controller!

DARCARS Automotive Group is seeking an experienced Automotive Controller to oversee dealership and central accounting operations. This leadership role is critical to ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting dealership management and corporate leadership.Position OverviewThe Automotive Controller is responsible for managing accounting office staff, maintaining strong internal controls, and delivering accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a decisive leader with deep automotive accounting expertise and the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization.Qualifications

Minimum 2 years as an Automotive Controller or 4 years as an Assistant Controller in an automotive dealership group
Extensive experience in retail automotive accounting
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Advanced financial analysis and expense control experience
Proficiency in Excel
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business preferred
Stable and verifiable employment history

Benefits

Paid Holidays & PTO
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and service
Internal career advancement opportunities
Community service involvement

Key Responsibilities

Accurately report dealership financial performance to the General Manager and corporate leadership
Analyze sales and expenses to identify risks and profitability opportunities
Provide timely financial reviews and performance updates to management
Interpret financial statements and operating reports to identify trends
Hire, train, and supervise accounting office personnel
Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and applicable laws
Review and maintain general ledger reconciliations, including bank accounts, factory payables, reserves, and floor plans
Oversee weekly scheduling, reviews, and maintenance of accounting functions
Perform additional accounting and administrative duties as required

This job advertisement in no way states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by this employee. This advertisement is merely a preview of the role in solicitation. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties and responsibilities upon the request of a supervisor.We are an equal opportunity employer & drug-free workplace. Offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing background screening (incl. criminal background check, review of consumer & motor vehicle records, verification of SSN). Employment is on an at-will basis & subject to termination if dealership rules & regulations are violated.#indeedhigh

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