Dealership Controller

Howard Orloff Imports is looking for a Controller to support a luxury multi-brand dealership. This is a rare opportunity to join one of Chicago’s most prestigious dealerships. Located in the Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago, right off of the Kennedy Expressway at Armitage Avenue, the company and neighborhood environment is exciting and fast-paced! The Controller provides revenue and expense analyses for the store. They fairly and accurately represent the financial condition of the dealership, help to develop and implement controls necessary for the proper conducting of the business, and work to maintain accurate records. We are a family-owned and operated company with an impressive employee tenure and over 65 years experience servicing the Chicagoland area!

Benefits We Offer:

• Paid vacation time after 90 days
• Paid sick time after 30 days
• Paid continuing education and training
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid work schedule - once you are up and running and well-versed in the dealership’s operations, enjoy working from home one day a week!
• Monthly bonus program
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance available
• Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and AD&D insurance provided at no cost
• 401(k) with company match & discretionary profit sharing
• Health club reimbursement program - earn up to $70 per month!
• Company sponsored team sports to promote physical wellness & comradery
• Company events throughout the year
• Fun & Employee-first environment
• and more!

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversees the Financial accounting system
• Prepare complete financial statements and submit to the manufacturer and management in accordance with established timeframes
• Interpret and analyze financial statements
• Keep the General Manager and Owners informed of the trends and cash needs of the business
• Develop and maintain an effective cash management system
• Close the books accurately and on time each month
• Prepare and submit required statements and reports
• Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place
• Assist Leadership team in reading and interpreting their financial reports and in creating action plans needed to improve all departmental operations
• Respond to requests for information and assistance in a timely manner
• Work with General Manager and Leadership team to improve revenue and reduce expense
• Assist in ensuring all Payroll functions are operational
• Other duties as assigned by Owners and General Manager

Job Requirements:

• Higher education degree required
• CPA license required
• 5 years of Dealership Controller experience - luxury multi-brand experience preferred
• CDK (preferred) and/or Reynolds & Reynolds experience is required
• Working knowledge of dealership financial statements
• Ability to explain technical financial information in an understandable manner
• Excellent communication skills
• Willingness to undergo a background check and drug screen in accordance with local law/regulations

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $140,000-$180,000 per year.