Rosenthal Automotive Hiring for Assistant Controller Job at Reston, VA Full Time

Are you feeling like it’s time for a change? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career and skills? We are a growing high volume, fast-paced multi-franchise Automotive Group in Northern Virginia, seeking a talented Assistant Controller. Someone who not only can help oversee the Accounting Department but is actively involved in operations.

Here is why this is a great opportunity:

• $70,000+ based on experience & qualifications
• Longevity Bonus of $6K
• Individuals with 2 or more years of Automotive Office Manager experience are encouraged to apply
• Individuals with 4 or more years of experience in Automotive Accounting are encouraged to apply
• Accounting degree preferred but not required
• Great Company culture
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity to work with an innovative growing company
• Paid Time Off and 401k
• Medical, Dental, Short and Long-term disability, AD&D and Life Insurance
• Employee discounts on Vehicle Purchase, Parts, Service and More!

Here is what you will be doing to help grow and strengthen our company:

• Oversee tasks to ensure that financial functions are reconciled monthly including (but not limited to): cash, accounts receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payable, manufacturer statements, payroll administration, vehicle deal commissioning, inter-company accounts
• Meet all monthly, quarterly and annual deadlines as required Including monthly reconciliations, quarterly reporting etc.
• Work closely with the Controller and General Managers to ensure all their financial and accounting needs are met and relevant analysis is performed
• Lead, mentor and coach an accounting team, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing of work, ensuring quality standards are met
• Assist with hiring, reviewing performance and administering corrective action plans to associates when necessary
• Assist with the training process and ongoing development of the assigned team to ensure understanding and compliance with the accounting DMS, accounting policies, controls, reporting timelines and procedures
• Provide leadership and support to ensure the team is successful in achieving goals and objectives
• Promote professional development within a team environment ensuring associates are held accountable
• Review and monitor dealership compliance with accounting policies, procedures and controls, to ensure consistency among all dealerships in the Company
• Interprets the daily operating reports and informs management of developing trends
• Reinforces company policies and adheres to all company standards
• Maintains and inspects for compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Ensure proper internal controls are in place
• Review the reconciliation of general ledger accounts with outside sources to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payable, and floor plan payable

Here is what you’ll need to be successful:

• 5+ years of experience in a dealership accounting office, or an accounting degree and 2+ years of accounting experience
• Previous experience as an accountant, accounting supervisor or office manager
• Thorough understanding of accounting principles
• Experience with dealership management systems such as Reynolds/Ignite or CDK
• Full knowledge of all aspects of the automotive accounting department
• Excellent computer skills; Experience in Google Platform and Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional knowledge of finance, accounting, cost accounting and cost control principles and General Accepted Accounting Principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and implement improvements or recommendations
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills and experienced in developing a competent team
• Able to work well with Managers as well as mentor/lead other team members
• Interpersonal skills to communicate with external entities and company personnel
• Able to work under pressure and prioritize