Controller/Area Controller

Job Description:
Responsibilities

• Direct and collaborate with skilled financial Area Controllers
• Roll out and drive initiatives in a motivating and propelling manner
• Work closely with Platform Vice President to develop action plans for region profitability, CSI/SSI, staffing, etc. goals
• Ensure team is focused on appropriate area opportunities:
• People: Hiring and developing Office Managers in a timely manner
• Process: Office audit opportunities and process improvements
• Profitability: Analyzing results of stores with cost control opportunities and working capital management opportunities
• Develop action plans for all acquisitions, open points and divestitures in region
• Coordinate annual review and update of policies and procedures
• Review regional findings from internal audit, corporate reviews, etc. and implement action plans for training on identified weaknesses
• Supports key financial control efforts, including adherence to stores policies relating to SOX
• Contribute to operations / financial projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from an accredited university or commensurate experience
• Five years of experience in leadership roles with increasing degree of responsibility
• Experience with ADP Dealer Services
• Ability to work with high performing personnel
• Prior dealership or operational accounting experience, with increasing responsibilities
• Ability to set priorities and work independently
• Strong attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Possess an acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license in your state of residence

Why Lithia?

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and all the tools you will need to be successful. Our offerings include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid Holidays & PTO
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Lithia Learning Center
• Vehicle Purchase Discounts
• Wellness Programs