Controller, Accounting, Financial Controller

Lead Automotive Financial Excellence as Our Next Controller in Lancaster, CA

Opportunity Overview:

AV Chevy is seeking an experienced, detail-driven Controller to play a central role in the financial success of a high-energy automotive dealership. This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance leader who wants meaningful ownership, visibility with leadership, and the chance to help shape strong business decisions across sales, service, parts, and dealership operations. As our Automotive Controller, Dealership Controller, or Finance Controller, you will join a team that values accuracy, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the dealership’s accounting operations, ensuring timely, accurate financial reporting and a well-organized month-end close process.
• Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements, schedules, reconciliations, budgets, forecasts, and performance reports for leadership.
• Oversee accounting controls, cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and general ledger accuracy.
• Partner with department leaders in automotive sales, service, parts, and financing to identify trends, improve profitability, and support sound operational decisions.
• Guide and develop accounting team members while maintaining compliance with internal policies, manufacturer expectations, and applicable regulations.
• Support audits, tax documentation, inventory accounting, and process improvements that strengthen dealership financial performance.

What You Bring:

• 6+ years of directly related accounting experience, with a proven record of leading an accounting function and team. Your background should be as a Controller or Senior Accounting Manager in an automotive dealership.
• You have strong command of financial statements, general ledger management, reconciliations, internal controls, and month-end reporting.
• You communicate financial information clearly and can build productive relationships with executives and operational department leaders.
• You demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritize in a deadline-driven environment.
• You are proficient with accounting systems, spreadsheets, and financial reporting tools; dealership accounting system experience is strongly valued.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Automotive retail, dealership accounting, DMS, payroll, inventory, or sales and service department reporting experience is a valuable advantage.
• CPA, CMA, or comparable accounting credentials are highly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

This in-person position in Lancaster, California offers an annual salary of $120,000 to $160,000, based on experience and qualifications. Your benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance; a 401(k); sick leave; and paid time off.

About the Company:

Antelope Valley Chevrolet is a Lancaster, California dealership selling new and used Chevrolet vehicles and providing financing and vehicle service. At AV Chevy, you can build your career with a locally rooted team that takes pride in serving its community and delivering an exceptional customer experience. You will have the opportunity to make a visible impact, work alongside motivated automotive professionals, and contribute to a culture where dependable teamwork, professional growth, and high standards matter.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AV Chevy is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

Take the Next Step:

If you are ready to bring your financial leadership and automotive dealership expertise to a rewarding Controller opportunity, apply today and help drive the continued success of AV Chevy.