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DeFOUW Automotive · 16 hours ago

Dealership Controller

Lafayette, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

DeFOUW Automotive is a family-owned and operated multi-franchise automotive dealership group located in Lafayette, IN. They are seeking a highly experienced Controller / Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee all financial and accounting operations while serving as a strategic partner to ownership and department leadership.

AutomotiveCustomer ServiceRetail

Responsibilities

Serve as the senior financial leader for the dealership group, partnering closely with ownership and executive leadership

Lead financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning

Provide clear, data-driven financial analysis and recommendations to support operational and investment decisions

Oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, cash management, and bank reconciliations

Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare and present consolidated financial statements and executive-level management reports

Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and dealership accounting best practices

Utilize Dealertrack to manage accounting workflows, reporting, and financial system integrity

Manage OEM financial reporting and compliance for Chevrolet, BMW, and Nissan

Oversee floorplan management, reconciliations, audits, and lender relationships

Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, OEM, and lender financial requirements

Coordinate and support internal audits, OEM reviews, and external audits

Ensure accurate configuration and reporting integrity within Dealertrack and related financial systems

Partner with Sales, Service, Parts, Collision, F&I, and Reconditioning leaders to analyze profitability and improve margins

Review and approve compensation plans, incentives, and commission structures

Monitor departmental KPIs, expense controls, and operational efficiency

Support inventory management, pricing strategies, and capital expenditure planning

Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting and office team

Establish standardized processes and controls across all rooftops and departments

Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Qualification

Automotive dealership accountingFinancial analysisBudget managementDealertrackCompliance managementFinancial controlsMicrosoft ExcelLeadershipAnalytical skillsExecutive decision-makingStandardized processesTeam managementCross-department collaborationProblem-solving