Controller - (23469)

Corporate Controller CAREER and EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU. 

The Power to Move You

Zanchin Automotive Group, a privately-owned network of 35+ successful dealerships that welcomes talent and enthusiasm, values people and contributions, and rewards performance and accomplishment, is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic CORPORATE CONTROLLER to join the Team.  

Join now to be part of a company that has been supporting the community for 50 years, and where careers are made and fostered with enthusiasm, integrity and respect.  Now is the time to be part of a Team that encourages progressive and entrepreneurial styles, and drives performance through winning attitudes. 

What’s in it for you…

• Competitive and generous compensation package
• Enhanced Group Benefits Program, including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance…and so much more
• Company-provided tools and equipment
• Ongoing development and training, including product and industry knowledge, from experienced leaders and experts
• Opportunity for career advancement within the group

About the opportunity…

As an integral part of the “we can do that” operation, and as the leader of the Finance/Accounting Team, this position is responsible to monitor the financial health of corporate operations.  Specifically:

• oversee all accounting activities and cycles, including revenues/receivables/receipts and purchases/payables/payments, treasury, payroll, compliance and related processes for approximately 100 entities
• Develop and monitor the company’s financial direction, policies, accounting practices
• Work with the executive management team; provide insights and feedback to ensure exceptional financial results while minimizing risk and exposure
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders such as lending institutions, shareholders, legal counselors, external accountants, taxation authorities and others
• Maintain ownership of general ledger and trial balance, including schedules and related entries, ensuring information within the system agrees to supporting documents and external sources
• Develop, maintain, manage and analyze financial statements, payroll, budgets and tax compliance issues
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting packages and manage year-end reporting processes
• Champion cash management processes and systems to ensure strong liquidity
• Champion internal processes and procedure improvements and maintain documentation to that effect
• Develop, motivate and supervise accounting team members

About you…

Ideal candidates will have a strong background and proven experience in managing the finance/accounting operation and department, including:

• previous experience as a Controller or in a mid-sized CPA Accounting Firm is preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, or equivalent, with strong technical accounting skills and understanding of accounting guidelines
• CPA or equivalent designation
• proficiency in working with ERP systems and payroll management programs
• demonstrated track record of using Microsoft Office programs, including expert-level proficiency in Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation and analysis)
• demonstrated desire to continuously develop new skills, take on new challenges and actively seek out opportunities for improvement
• experience leading and supervising Team Members
• strong ability to communicate professionally (verbal and written)
• proven ability to influence change and effectively lead projects
• change champion with the ability to bring new ideas, a fresh perspective and a sense of urgency to drive accounting and operational improvements
• ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
• ability to maintain and improve internal controls
• strong attention to detail, organized and strategic
• ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• ability to work independently and with minimal supervision
• self-motivated and driven with a passion for excellence in execution
• a desire to work in a high energy, fast-paced environment
• a proven commitment to quality of work

Why choose Zanchin Automotive Group?

• Your career ambitions will be achieved -- we offer career development and advancement.
• You will be part a wining team -- we are a leader in the industry driven by 50-years of people-centric business modelling.
• Your voice will be heard and ideas celebrated -- we have an entrepreneurial and strategic attitude, that welcomes and supports individual ideas and strategies.
• You will enjoy a competitive pay and bonus plan -- we offer many employment perquisites.
• You’ll be part of a culture at the fore-front of transparency, communication and engagement – we are a Team, and work together to achieve and thrive.

Apply now to join a dynamic company where the future is limitless, and embark on an exciting career and journey.

Interested in becoming part of the Zanchin Automotive Group team?  Send your resume with salary expectations for review and consideration. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those candidates selected will be contacted 

Zanchin Automotive Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and supported, and has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people. Should you require accommodation or support in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process, we will work with you to meet your needs.