Lithia & Driveway
Automotive Retail
DealershipController/BusinessManager
“Dealership Controller/Business Manager at Lithia & Driveway. Skills: Financial Oversight, Compliance & Controls, Cash Flow & Banking, Payroll & Payables, Inventory & Fixed Assets, Title & Registration, Leadership & Collaboration, Manufacturer Relations, Strategic Contributions. Maintain dealership financial records. ensure accurate month-end closings”
Industry & Context.
Ability to interpret financial results and recommend actions
drug-free workplace
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or 3+ years of dealership accounting experience, High School graduate or equivalent required, 18 years or older
Nice to Have
Experience in team leadership and the auto industry
What You'll Do.
Maintain dealership financial records
ensure accurate month-end closings
review general ledger schedules
Monitor operational income statements
conduct fraud prevention reviews
ensure adherence to internal controls and LAD financial policies
Oversee accounts receivable collections
Review or prepare payroll and accounts payable for accuracy and timeliness
Conduct physical vehicle inventories
reconcile parts inventory
support fixed asset reporting
Resolve issues related to inbound and outbound vehicle documentation
Partner with dealership leadership (especially the GM)
manage a team of 2–10 staff
and performance management
Ensure compliance with manufacturer programs
and reporting requirements
Participate in budgeting (up to $8MM)
support stores with up to $200MM in revenue
contribute to M&A activities
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with dealership leadership (especially the GM); manage a team of 2–10 staff; support hiring, training, and performance management
Communication Scope
communication
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