Automotive Controller at Premier Auto Center Tucson, AZ

Automotive Controller job at Premier Auto Center. Tucson, AZ.

Job Title:

Automotive Controller

Location:

Tucson, AZ Job Type: Full-Time | On-site

Reports To:

GM and Owner About Us At Premier Auto Center, we are driving innovation in the automotive industry. As a leading dealer and service center, we are committed to excellence, sustainability, and high performance. With a strong presence across Tucson and Casa Grande, we are looking for a seasoned Automotive Controller to join our team and help steer our continued growth and profitability.

Position Summary As the Controller, you will play a critical leadership role in managing the company’s financial health. You will oversee all accounting operations and end-to-end payroll processing, drive financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and ensure compliance with industry laws and regulations and company policies. This is a strategic role requiring deep automotive industry experience, hands‑on operational knowledge, and strong business acumen.

• Oversee daily accounting operations and serve as a resource for all staff in all departments at all locations
• Supervise and train small accounting team
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including all account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including timely and accurate submission of franchise financial statements (Mitsubishi)
• Provide financial data for external financial reporting
• Maintain multiple floor plan lines of credit and adhere to all loan requirements
• Process Accounts Payable invoices and payments
• Record cash receipts and prepare deposits
• Reconcile dealer reserve accounts and process payments to or deposits from lenders
• Responsible for multiple monthly bank and credit card account reconciliations
• Submit monthly sales tax calculations to outside accountant
• Prepare year end schedules and work with tax accountants to ensure timely filing of accurate tax returns
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Develop, enforce and monitor internal controls
• Maintain legal and regulatory compliance, including adherence to all requirements of multiple dealer and loan agreements
• Ensure timeliness, accuracy, and usefulness of financial reporting
• Develop processes and procedures to improve efficiency
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies, as needed

• Process bi-monthly payroll for hourly, salaried, and commission-based employees
• Calculate commissions for commission-based employees per approved pay plans
  · Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Post payroll activity to GL
• Collaborate with GM and HR to ensure accurate payroll processing
• Generate payroll reports for internal use and external audits
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
• Oversee annual 401(k) audit and filing of Form 5500

Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (Hours are flexible)

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive financial leadership experience, with at least 3 years in a Controller or Accounting Manager role
• Automotive dealership experience preferred
• Proficient in ERP systems (Dealer Track DMS experience a plus)
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now a plus
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k), retirement, early wage access)
• Collaborative and innovative work culture
• Lunch provided on Fridays