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Assistant Controller, VTRL Leasing- Fontana, CA

Velocity Vehicle Group
Fontana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025
Who We Are:
At Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG), we represent a premium commercial brand in medium to heavy truck dealerships. We provide a full-service experience, from exceptional sales teams to highly skilled technicians and readily available parts. Our mission is to be the ultimate one-stop shop for truckers, owner operators, fleets, and companies. Combined with our Leasing and Rental business and financial services division, VVG stands as the premier truck dealership.

What's in it for You:
Velocity Vehicle Group is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization, and we're on the lookout for individuals who relish daily challenges and are passionate about delivering top-notch customer service, both within the company and to our valued clients. When you join VVG, you'll experience an extraordinary work environment, complete with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K with matching, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!

Essential Functions and Purpose:
The Assistant Controller plays a pivotal role in driving the financial operations and strategy of our company, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, compliance with industry standards, and operational efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic accounting team while collaborating closely with senior leadership to optimize business performance. The Assistant Controller will oversee the month-end close process, financial reporting, and internal controls, ensuring alignment with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Financial Oversight & Reporting:
Lead the accounting team in the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements in compliance with GAAP. Ensure that all reporting processes meet the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and transparency.
  • Month-End Close & Reconciliations:
Manage the month-end close process by reviewing and approving journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations, ensuring consistency and accuracy across financial statements.
  • Internal Controls & Process Improvement:
Enhance and enforce robust accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate financial risk and improve operational efficiency.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies, while continuously monitoring for opportunities to improve compliance and reduce risk.
  • Strategic Financial Analysis:
Analyze financial data to identify trends, areas for cost optimization, and opportunities for operational improvement, offering actionable insights that inform strategic decision-making.
  • Collaboration with Senior Leadership:
Partner with executives and department heads to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations that support business growth and long-term financial health.
  • Vendor & Transaction Oversight:
Review and approve financial transactions, including payments and expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and vendor agreements.
  • Audit Coordination & Best Practices:
Lead the coordination of internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and adherence to best practices in financial reporting.
  • Continuous Process Improvement:
Proactively drive initiatives aimed at streamlining financial processes and enhancing reporting capabilities, ensuring the team’s operational excellence.

Leadership & Team Development:
  • Mentorship & Team Leadership:
Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing accounting team by setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback, and conducting performance evaluations to foster professional growth.
  • Coaching & Development:
Provide guidance, training, and coaching to accounting staff, ensuring continuous skill development and a strong understanding of best practices within the industry.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Encourage cross-departmental collaboration to improve financial operations, foster a culture of teamwork, and deliver optimal financial outcomes for the business.

Required Qualifications:
  • Education & Credentials:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA designation a plus.
  • Experience:
At least 7 years of progressive accounting experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role supervising multiple direct reports. Experience in equipment leasing, finance, or financial reporting is strongly preferred.
  • Technical Expertise:
Strong technical knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting best practices. Experience in equipment finance or leasing industry is highly desirable.
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency:
Proven track record of driving process improvements that enhance financial efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline operations.
  • Analytical Skills:
Strong analytical abilities with a keen eye for identifying trends, optimizing cost structures, and delivering actionable insights for decision-makers.
  • Technical Proficiency:
High proficiency in financial systems, ERP software, and advanced spreadsheet (Excel)/data analysis tools (Power BI). SQL database query experience a plus.
  • Leadership & Communication:
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate teams, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively across the organization.
  • Adaptability:
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the capacity to manage multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines with precision.

Compensation:
$110,000-$130,000/year depending on experience

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to pass post offer drug test
Benefits Velocity Vehicle Group Offers:
  • Fantastic Culture
  • 401k match
  • Health, Dental & Vision Insurance HSA & FSA
  • Employer paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation Days
  • Sick Leave
  • Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs
Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Salary : $110,000 - $130,000

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