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Controller High Volume Ford Dealership
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Ken Grody Ford
Redlands, CA (In Person)
$170,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Controller - High Volume Ford Dealership Ken Grody Ford Redlands, CA Job Details Full-time $156,000 - $184,000 a year 3 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Career development plan Vision insurance Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Life insurance Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Operations management Supervising experience Bachelor's degree Task prioritization Balance sheet reconciliation Managing accounting teams Accounting and finance experience Office management Accounting Dealership experience Full Job Description About Ken Grody Ford For over 30 years, Ken Grody Ford has been recognized as one of the most respected Ford dealership organizations in the nation. As a multiple-time Ford Triple Crown President's Award winner, our organization is known for exceptional customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and a commitment to employee development. We are seeking an experienced Automotive Controller to join our leadership team at our Redlands location. This position will oversee dealership accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and business office personnel while partnering closely with dealership management and corporate leadership. Position Summary The Controller is responsible for the overall financial integrity of the dealership, including financial reporting, accounting operations, internal controls, compliance, budgeting support, and management of the accounting office. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the dealership leadership team and work closely with the dealership management, and ownership, and will report to our three-store Corporate Controller to support operational and financial objectives. The Controller will provide leadership, and training, to an established accounting team as well as provide mentorship to an experienced Office Manager, while continuing to strengthen our accounting processes, internal controls, and financial reporting functions. Key Responsibilities
- Oversee dealership accounting operations and month-end financial statement preparation
- Review and analyze financial results, schedules, and reconciliations
- Maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures
- Manage general ledger activity and balance sheet reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with manufacturer, corporate, and regulatory requirements
- Monitor contracts in transit, reserve accounts, incentive receivables, inventory, and warranty receivables
- Assist with budgeting, and financial analysis
- Coordinate annual audits, and prepare sales tax reporting
- Lead, mentor, and develop accounting office personnel
- Partner with dealership leadership to improve processes and operational performance Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of automotive dealership accounting experience
- Prior Controller, or Assistant Controller experience
- Strong knowledge of dealership financial statements and accounting practices (GAP)
- Experience supervising accounting staff
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Dealer Built / Lightyear DMS experience preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Employee Vehicle Purchase Program
- Employee Discounts
- Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities Why Join Ken Grody Ford?
- Award-winning Ford dealership group with a long-standing reputation for excellence
- Strong support from an experienced Corporate Controller, executive leadership, and ownership
- Opportunity to lead and develop an established accounting office
- High-volume dealership with a stable management team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact and help shape future accounting talent within the organization Apply today!