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Assistant Controller - Automotive Dealership Group
Job in
Germantown, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20874, USA
Listing for:
Chevrolet Silverado LTD
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-11-07
Job specializations:
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Accounting
Financial Reporting, Financial Controller, Financial Compliance, Accounts Receivable/ Collections
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Preston Automotive Group is a multi-rooftop dealership group committed to delivering an exceptional experience to our customers and our communities. Our centralized accounting team supports operations across 25 locations, and we’re looking for a detail-driven Assistant Controller to grow with us.
The OpportunityThis is a development role. You’ll work directly alongside our Controller, learning the full scope of dealership group accounting with the goal of taking on increasing ownership of month-end close, reporting, and multi-store oversight.
What You’ll Do- Assist with month-end close across multiple dealership locations, including journal entries, accruals, and preparation of the monthly manufacturer financial statements.
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts, including cash, contracts in transit, vehicle inventory, floor plan, parts, WIP, payables, and receivables.
- Review and monitor schedules for aging, accuracy, and timely clearing of open items.
- Support the Controller with internal reporting, store performance metrics, and analysis for management.
- Help oversee and train office staff, including billing, payables, receivables, and title clerks.
- Ensure accurate processing of vehicle deals, F&I products, and factory incentives and holdbacks.
- Identify process improvements and help maintain strong internal controls.
- Take on special projects and cover for the Controller as needed.
- 3+ years of accounting experience, automotive dealership accounting experience is a plus.
- Strong Excel skills and experience using and implementing AI to improve accounting workflows.
- Solid understanding of GAAP and account reconciliation.
- Highly organized, accurate, and able to manage deadlines across multiple entities.
- Clear communicator who’s comfortable working with store managers and office staff.
- Eagerness to learn and grow into greater leadership responsibility.
- Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in accounting; prior supervisory experience.
- Salary range of $75,000 to $125,000, based on experience and qualifications
- Competitive benefits package with 401k match
- Direct mentorship from an experienced Controller and Director of Accounting
- A clear path for growth and advancement
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