Assistant Controller

Purpose:

Performs various complex accounting duties according to Dealership policy and accounting theory. Duties may include coordinating, preparing, and analyzing general ledger information and reports that provide summary information for management to use in making Dealership financial decisions. Represents the Accounting Department as a contact for accounting issues. Leads, coaches, and develops department personnel. Provides excellent customer service for employees as well as customers and vendors.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepares various daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports or statements
2. Assists in month-end procedures, including account review, general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and analyzing general ledger information
3. Examines accounting information contained in reports and exhibits, traces and reconciles unusual variances
4. Performs and/or oversees complex account reconciliations
5. Helps maintain an accurate general ledger
6. Assists in overseeing customer accounts receivable activities, including collection efforts and helps maintain clean sub ledgers
7. Assists in overseeing accounts payable activities to ensure accurate recording, accurate tax treatment, and helps maintain clean sub ledgers
8. Assists in monthly multi-state sales and use tax reporting and return preparation.
9. Works closely with employees throughout the organization in all departments to answer accounting questions and resolve issues.
10. Assist in various audits, including annual financial statement, 401k, and insurance audits
11. Helps manages recruiting, staffing and employee development activities for employees reporting to this position
12. Other duties as assigned