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Company: Jaguar Land Rover Columbia

Location: Columbia, SC 29223

Description:

Job Title: Controller
Salary: $120K+ DOE
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Position Overview:
We are looking for a growth-minded Controller to join our expanding team. As we continue to grow, this position is essential for ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial operations.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Supervise daily bank deposits, ACH and wire transfers, ensuring precise record-keeping.
  • Perform daily bank account reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.
  • Post monthly standard entries by the 15th of each month, ensuring timely updates.
  • Maintain and update fixed asset schedules aligned with corresponding general ledger accounts.
  • Collaborate with office staff to meet deadlines and maintain efficient workflows.
  • Prepare reports for management and department heads, as needed.
  • Handle tax report preparation, including sales tax, tire disposal tax, lease tax, and personal property taxes.
  • Ensure financial statement reporting aligns with franchisor and management company guidelines.
  • Regularly update accounting schedules to ensure monthly accuracy.
  • Complete monthly account reconciliations (floor plan, bank, finance reserves, manufacturer's statements, accounts payable).
  • Ensure finance product sales documents (e.g., GAP, warranty policies) are reported and paid on time.
  • Distribute accounts payable checks by the 15th each month.
  • Recommend improvements to office operations for better efficiency.
  • Lead weekly meetings with managers to discuss expenses, contracts, and outstanding receivables.
  • Reconcile and submit monthly parts accounts to the Management team
  • Oversee title work processing and ensure timely completion.
  • Manage vehicle inventory daily, ensuring accurate accounting for vehicle sales, service, parts, and body shop transactions.
  • Review WIP and parts tickets to ensure timely closure.
  • Reconcile monthly vehicle inventories with the general ledger, ensuring accurate tracking.
  • Dispatch monthly accounts receivable statements and collect outstanding accounts efficiently.
  • Ensure timely reconciliation of Work in Progress (WIP).

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a controller or 4 years as an office manager in automotive dealerships.
  • Experience with CDK DMS system, including Paycom, is preferred NOT REQUIRED.
  • A growth-minded individual eager to improve systems, and processes, and drive efficiency in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Benefits:
  • Health, Dental, 401K, and supplemental insurance

Why Join Us:
We are seeking a growth-minded Controller to join a dynamic, forward-thinking team. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, you'll have the opportunity to live in a beautiful location with easy access to beaches and mountains, offering the perfect balance of professional growth and personal leisure.

If you are passionate about contributing to the growth of a thriving business, we would love to hear from you!

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