Financial Controller

HHM Talent is assisting a client who is searching for an Automotive Controller for their dealership in Palm Beach, Florida. Position Overview Our client is seeking an Automotive Controller to lead their accounting office for a dealership that sells approximately 400-500 new and used vehicles per month. The Controller will own the month-end close, work directly with store leadership to review expenses and profitability, and develop the accounting team. Key Responsibilities Lead the month-end close and prepare accurate dealership financial statements and supporting schedules Reconcile new and used vehicle inventory to the general ledger, review floorplan balances and interest charges, and ensure timely floorplan payoffs on sold vehicles Oversee vehicle billing, deal posting, and title processing Monitor contracts in transit and follow up on outstanding lender funding Oversee accounts payable and receivable, review aging reports, and reconcile factory receivables, including manufacturer incentives and warranty claims Review general ledger activity, bank reconciliations, and cash activity Maintain internal controls over cash, vehicle inventory, and accounting transactions Partner with store leadership to analyze expenses, investigate variances, and review profitability across new and used vehicles, F&I, parts, and service Lead the dealership office team, which includes four billers, an accounts payable specialist, a title clerk, an office manager, and an HR team member Set clear expectations, review work, and cross-train employees Work with the Corporate Controller on financial reporting, accounting procedures, and internal controls Qualifications Automotive dealership accounting experience required, including ownership of month-end close and financial statement preparation Working knowledge of vehicle inventory, floorplan accounting, contracts in transit, and factory receivables Experience leading and developing an accounting or dealership office team Ability to explain financial results clearly and work with dealership leadership to manage expenses Reynolds and Reynolds experience preferred Familiarity with dealership payroll and ADP is a plus Salary + Benefits $150,000-$175,000 base salary Performance bonus equal to 0.5% of the dealership's bottom line Health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with a 4% employer match One week of PTO after one year of employment and two weeks after two years Relocation assistance may be considered #J-18808-Ljbffr HHM Talent