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Lithia & Driveway · 1 day ago

Dealership Controller/ Business Manager

Hudson, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $115K/yr

3+ years exp

Lithia & Driveway is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America. The Dealership Controller/Business Manager is responsible for maintaining financial records, ensuring compliance with financial policies, and leading a team to oversee dealership operations.

AutomotiveRetail

Responsibilities

Financial Oversight: Maintain dealership financial records, ensure accurate month-end closings, and review general ledger schedules

Compliance & Controls: Monitor operational income statements, conduct fraud prevention reviews, and ensure adherence to internal controls and LAD financial policies

Cash Flow & Banking: Oversee accounts receivable collections, daily bank postings, and bank reconciliations

Payroll & Payables: Review or prepare payroll and accounts payable for accuracy and timeliness

Inventory & Fixed Assets: Conduct physical vehicle inventories, reconcile parts inventory, and support fixed asset reporting

Title & Registration: Resolve issues related to inbound and outbound vehicle documentation

Leadership & Collaboration: Partner with dealership leadership (especially the GM), manage a team of 2–10 staff, and support hiring, training, and performance management

Manufacturer Relations: Ensure compliance with manufacturer programs, warranty claims, and reporting requirements

Strategic Contributions: Participate in budgeting (up to $8MM), support stores with up to $200MM in revenue, and contribute to M&A activities

Qualification

Accounting processesFinancial analysisTeam leadershipDealership accounting experienceReconciliationFinancial results interpretationUrgencyAuto industry experienceAttention to detailCommunication