Contrôleur/Controller in Laval

Company and Position

Auto Canada is the largest Canadian owned and publicly traded automotive dealer group operating in Canada and the US.

We are innovative, data-driven and our commitment to our Team Members, customers and operational excellence fuels our success.

Our dealership Team Members are at the heart of our success, building long-lasting, trust-based relationships with customers across Canada.

Our national network provides opportunities and support to build the career that’s right for you.

Working here is fast-paced, non-stop, and a little unpredictable—and we love it.

• Location & Contract
• BMW MINI Laval, QC
• Full Time, Hybrid/Onsite, Immediate Vacancy
• Salary
• To be discussed

Your area of focus.

A dealership Controller is responsible for the management of the accounting and reporting functions as well as providing sales and expense analysis summarizing potential problem areas and opportunities for improved profitability.

Reporting to Chief Controller, this role is responsible for reporting the financial condition of the total dealership to the dealer/manager regularly and accurately and provides sales and expense analyses summarizing potential problem areas and opportunities for improved profitability relative to monthly and annual forecasts.

What drives your day-to-day?

• Financial planning, budgeting, and expense control
• Oversee or perform tasks to ensure that financial functions are reconciled monthly including (but not limited to): cash, accounts receivables, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, accounts payables, manufacturer statements, payroll administration, vehicle deal commissioning, intercompany accounts
• Meet all monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines as required by Home Office and the Dealer Principal/GM’s including monthly reconciliations, monthly and quarterly reporting, financial analysis, year-end reporting, etc.
• Review and ensure compliance with both Financial and People and Culture policies provided by Home Office
• Attend senior management meetings related to forecasting and budgeting Mentor direct reports and monitor performance
• Review and ensure compliance with both Financial and People and Culture policies provided by the Home Office
• Complete analysis or requests made by the Dealer Principal or General Managers of the individual store
• Must Haves
• Completion of post-secondary education in accounting or a related field
• CPA designation or working towards CPA designation considered an asset
• A minimum of 5 years or more of relevant work experience
• Experience working in a dealership would be considered an asset
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Excellent verbal/written communication combined with the ability to interact and gain the support of senior leadership and other decision makers
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage priorities, perform a variety of tasks and meet required deadlines and targets
• Results-driven and career focused individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to be successful
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, and resourceful
• Excellent skills in Word and Excel. Highly skilled in standard office software (MS Office, Share Point, etc.)
• Knowledge of CDK, Reynolds and Reynolds and Tableau computer systems would be considered an asset
• Experience managing large corporate sales accounts would be considered an asset Previous sales experience, preferably B2B (business to business) is considered an asset
• Strong knowledge of CDK and/or ADP is considered an asset
• Experience working with Case Ware is considered an asset
• Must be bilingual in French and English as this role will require to communicate, written and oral in both languages.
• Availability to work in store, 2-3 times per week - details to be discussed
• The Perks
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• Employee Vehicle Purchase & Service Plans
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs
• Professional development and the opportunity to grow your career
• Diversity & Inclusion

And those are just the basics.

We strive every day to create a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusivity, ensures fairness and equal opportunities, and fosters a sense of belonging for all Team Members.

As an equal opportunity employer, we actively support everyone in expressing themselves and reaching their full

Our commitment extends to reaching out to individuals from various backgrounds and identities.

We do not discriminate based on gender identity, race, national origin, ethnicity, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or mental/physical disabilities.

Auto Canada is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

Can you picture yourself here already?

We hope so. It’s equally as important that you choose us as we choose you. Take a sneak peek at what we think makes this one of the best workplaces around.

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