Dealership Controller
Job Description
Controller Responsibilities:
- Responsible for accounting operations of the dealership including, but not limited to timely financial reporting, dealership compliance, and support to the General Manager.
- Adhere to dealership financial policies and procedures established by the corporate office as well as generally accepted accounting principles.
- Compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Ensure applicable controls are in place to monitor accounting practices and to safeguard dealership assets and customer data.
- Actively manage cash flow, bank reconciliation, floorplan and accounts receivable balances.
- Analyze financial data, account for variances and present results and/or recommendations.
- Prepare and interpret financial statements in accord with dealership company guideline.
- Assist in audit preparation and inquiries (sales tax, franchise, warranty, property/casualty).
- Respond timely to inquiries from employees, vendors, state and federal agencies.
- Manage, mentor and hold accountable the office staff and accounting personnel.
- Ensure compliance with appropriate internal and external authorities.
- Conduct weekly accounts receivable meetings.
- Perform month/year end closing, report generation and completion of compliance checklist.
Controller Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline required
- CPA preferred.
- Prior financial leadership role in the automotive industry.
- Automotive dealership industry experience required.
- DMS knowledge required.
- CDK/ADP preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).
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Meet The Recruiter
Molly Gutierrez, CPC
Direct Hire Recruiting Manager
I began my career with Burnett in 2012, shortly after graduating with a degree in hospitality. My passion for serving people naturally led me into recruiting, where I discovered how rewarding it is to connect top talent with the right opportunities.
Today, I lead our Accounting & Supply Chain Direct-Hire recruiting team while continuing to partner directly with clients and candidates. I specialize in placing Houston professionals across accounting, finance, and supply chain—ranging from staff-level talent to senior leadership and C-suite roles.
What I enjoy most is building lasting relationships and ensuring every placement is the right fit for both sides. My goal is always a true win-win: helping companies strengthen their teams and candidates achieve meaningful career growth.
Candidate Reviews
"Molly was very attentive and listened to what my needs and expectations were for finding a new job. She was friendly, supportive and very helpful the entire process. I would definitely work with her again in the future and would recommend her to others."
"Truthfully, I consulted with many staffing agencies but Molly with Burnett was far and away the most approachable, honest, and easiest to work with. There was a constant feedback loop from the first time we connected through starting my new position."
Client Testimonial:
"Molly at Burnett has been a strategic recruitment partner in assisting with successfully hiring specific accounting/ finance resources. She is incredibly responsive and understands our company culture. She consistently prioritizes new requests and presents candidates in a timely manner. Her dedication to the process and to her clients is impeccable. "
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