Senior Accountant

Our client is a longstanding, customer-focused RV dealership with a strong regional presence and a proven history of growth. Known for delivering premium recreational vehicles and exceptional customer experiences, the organization has built a reputation for operational excellence, strong leadership, and a commitment to its employees. With modern facilities, engaged ownership, and a collaborative culture, the company provides an environment where employees are valued, professional development is encouraged, and long-term career growth is possible.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced dealership accounting professional seeking a clear path toward a Controller position. Initially serving as a Senior Accountant, the successful candidate will work closely with the current Controller, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the business while progressively assuming greater responsibility for accounting, financial reporting, compliance, and operational oversight. This role will play a critical part in supporting financial accuracy, sound decision making, and the continued growth and profitability of the dealership.

• Competitive compensation package with potential incentive-based variable compensation
• Medical and dental benefits
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Strong team atmosphere within a privately owned dealership group
• Excellent leadership and mentorship throughout the organization
• Direct access to and collaboration with ownership

• Manage daily accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and related accounting functions.
• Assist with the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting.
• Support budgeting, cash flow monitoring, and expense management through financial analysis and reporting.
• Prepare account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies to maintain financial integrity.
• Collaborate with department leaders to ensure accurate accounting of sales, service, parts, finance, and other dealership operations.
• Assist with payroll processing, tax filings, audit preparation, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Support inventory financing reconciliations, manufacturer incentives, rebates, chargebacks, and other dealership‑specific accounting functions.
• Develop, maintain, and improve internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial reporting processes.
• Utilize dealership management systems and accounting software to ensure accurate reporting and data integrity.
• Provide financial reporting, analysis, and operational insights to ownership and management.
• Participate in month‑end and year‑end closing activities and financial reconciliations.
• Demonstrate the ability and desire to assume increasing financial leadership responsibilities as part of a planned succession into the Controller role.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field strongly preferred.
• 3–5+ years of accounting experience within a dealership environment required.
• Experience as a Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller, or in a similarly progressive accounting role strongly preferred.
• Prior dealership accounting experience is required; multi‑location or multi‑entity dealership experience is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial statement preparation, account reconciliations, and month‑end close processes.
• Demonstrated desire and ability to grow into a Controller-level role.
• Proficiency with accounting software and dealership management systems (DMS) required.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including financial analysis, reporting, and data management.
• Experience supporting budgeting, cash flow management, audits, tax reporting, and compliance activities.
• Strong organizational, analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with ownership, department leaders, and cross‑functional teams.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or training accounting staff is a plus.
• CPA designation or active pursuit of CPA certification is considered an advantage.