Controller

Join Hawkesbury Ford and contribute to the accounting operations of an automotive dealership where service, expertise, and teamwork are top priorities. We’re looking for an organized, detail-oriented person to support the company’s accounting and financial operations.

Your responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all accounting activities for the dealership
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements
• Prepare, process, and verify employee payroll, including commissions, bonuses, deductions, and government remittances
• Complete monthly and year-end accounting close procedures
• Monitor and analyze general ledger accounts
• Perform bank reconciliations and account reconciliations
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Monitor receivables and overdue accounts
• Prepare journal entries and accounting adjustments
• Monitor vehicle and parts inventories
• Perform controls and reconciliations related to new and used vehicles
• Verify sales, financing, and leasing transactions
• Ensure commissions and payroll are accurate, in collaboration with the appropriate managers
• Prepare various financial and operational reports for management
• Participate in preparing and monitoring annual budgets
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal procedures
• Collaborate with various departments: sales, service, parts, and administration
• Supervise, guide, and support the administrative/accounting team
• Prepare files and documentation required for accounting and tax audits
• Work with external accountants, auditors, financial institutions, and partners
• Ensure compliance with applicable tax and regulatory requirements
• Monitor the company’s cash flow and liquidity
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative and accounting processes
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of the dealership’s systems and processes
• Provide management with analyses and recommendations to improve profitability

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience in an accounting- or finance-related role
• Training in accounting, finance, or a related field is an asset
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines
• Comfortable handling confidential financial information and committed to discretion
• Team player with professionalism and strong communication skills
• Proficient with computer tools and able to learn new systems

At Hawkesbury Ford, you’ll be part of a dedicated team and help keep a dealership running smoothly as it supports customers with their automotive needs.