Controller

Position - Controller Location - Knoxville Metropolitan Area Work Mode - On-Site About the job: We are looking for a Controller to join our growing team at our Jaguar Maserati Alfa Romeo dealership! The right candidate will have previous automotive Controller experience and strong analytical ability. The day-to-day duties of this role include preparing monthly budgets, reviewing financial statements and ledgers, and other accounting duties. This is inclusive of three franchise financial statements and three franchises/chart of accounts. Responsibilities: Manage the financial and accounting system and personnel Run daily operations of the accounting department, cashiers and receptions Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing Reconcile the bank accounts for the dealership every single day Complete all required reports for the corporate office on a regular basis Prepare monthly budgets and financial statements Forecast financial goals for each quarter to maintain the dealership's profitability Process all insurance claims and liability insurance Review all financial statements and ledgers, and work with the accounting staff to clear up any discrepancies Prepare all taxes and filing forms with the government Meet with the department managers to regularly review business matters and develop plans to increase profitability Ensure all HR and payroll functions are operational and work reciprocally to handle employee issues as needed Cross-train and manage all accounting positions within the store Qualifications: 2-5 years of previous automotive accounting/controller experience recommended Previous automotive dealership experience recommended Strong communications, customer service, leadership and problem solving skills Excellent analytical ability High school diploma is necessary; college or advanced degree preferred Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office applications or the equivalent Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401(k) Plan match up to 1k per year Short & Long Term Disability Employer Paid Life Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Paid Birthdays Paid Training Opportunities for Advancement Off weekends Healthy Work/Life Balance

Created: 2026-03-04