Job Description

The Assistant Controller processes and generates financial data for all dealership departments, which together represent the accurate financial condition of the business. He or she provides accurate reporting to the dealer/general manager and is responsible for accounting office and administrative functions. During the course of business, he or she must maintain a very positive and "can-do" attitude.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Prepares a complete financial statement monthly according to dealership guidelines and the manufacturer's format and time frame.
• Controls all posted documents, including time records, vehicle deals, commissions, and additions and changes to inventory.
• Prepares daily bank deposit and cash report.
• Maintains an effective cash management system. Forecasts cash needs.
• Provides a timely daily operating control (DOC) and keeps the dealer/general manager informed about trends.
• Reconciles select accounts monthly.
• Approves adjustments to inventory and receivable accounts.
• Ensures that all manufacturer accounts including warranty claims, rebates, interest, protection, and co-op advertising accounts are current and accurate.
• Prints monthly journals, schedules, and general ledger. Closes month by processing accounting month-end.
• Assists in completion of annual review/audit.
• Administers charge-back program for late charges to inventory.
• Prepares monthly floor plan report for use in commission calculations.
• Hires, trains, and supervises office personnel.
• Analyzes and organizes office operations and procedures.
• Prepares sales commission/chargeback detail reports.
• Manages the payoff of vehicle floor plan and works with bank representatives.
• Reviews new charge accounts and oversees collection of past due accounts.
• Compiles information and prepares reports as requested by management and/or dealer principal.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Attends managers’ meetings as requested.
• Other duties may be assigned.

MARGINAL DUTIES

• Controls petty cash amounts for dealership and sales department.
• Participates in the preparation of short- and long-term forecasts.
• Ensures compliance with all government regulations.
• Stays abreast of current factory incentives and codes deliveries on dealership computer system accordingly.
• Cross-trains a qualified substitute.
• Keeps an updated file of all dealership job descriptions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises 3 to 5 employees in the administrative department.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

Company Description

The year was 1979 when the Southern Auto Group opened its first location in the Hampton Roads area. Today, this massive conglomerate includes nine core dealerships consisting of ten brands of automobiles, a Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet plus a state-of-the-art Collision Center, and over 550 employees on its payroll. The dealerships are comprised of Southern Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram-Greenbrier in Chesapeake (2 locations); Southern Buick GMC and Southern Kia in Virginia Beach; Southern Volkswagen-Greenbrier in Chesapeake; Southern Buick GMC-Greenbrier and Southern Kia-Greenbrier in Chesapeake; Southern Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram FIAT and Southern Alfa Romeo in Norfolk. The wholesale center, Pre-owned Car and Truck Liquidation Outlet, is located in Chesapeake and Southern Collision Center-Greenbrier's big body shop is located in Chesapeake, too.

The Dealerships are always looking for qualified candidates to fill a variety of positions. In addition to the vast opportunities we have available, you will find that management encourages and promotes advancement opportunities within each dealership.

We strive to achieve personal and professional growth within the dealerships, and we guarantee that once you become part of this family, you will not want to leave.

Take advantage of this opportunity to work for one of the Biggest and Best in Hampton Roads!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Medical GAP Insurance
• Dental
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - John Hancock
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Birthday Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short Term and Long Term Disability (Voluntary Benefit)
• Accident Solution Plan (Voluntary Benefit)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• Cancer Protection Insurance (Voluntary Benefit)
• MASA Medical Transport Solutions (Voluntary Benefit)
• Employee Car Buying Program
• Direct Deposit