Controller

We are looking for a Controller to join a growing automotive organization in Calgary, Alberta. In this role, you will provide financial leadership across dealership operations, delivering clear insights that support sound business decisions and stronger performance. You will work closely with operational leaders to enhance profitability, maintain accurate reporting, and promote consistent accounting practices in a fast-moving environment.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee the monthly close process for dealership entities and assess financial results to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful reporting.
• Evaluate operating performance, highlight financial exposure, and present practical recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with General Managers and department heads to identify opportunities to improve margins, control costs, and increase operational effectiveness.
• Contribute to the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and ongoing financial plans that align with business objectives.
• Examine reconciliations, payroll activity, commission calculations, inventory records, and balance sheet accounts to maintain financial integrity.
• Reinforce internal control practices and encourage strong accounting standards across daily and monthly processes.
• Support initiatives that simplify workflows and create greater consistency in finance procedures across multiple dealership locations.
• Prepare ad hoc financial analysis and management reporting to address evolving business needs and leadership requests. • 5+ years of experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or senior-level accounting leadership position.
• Strong background in full-cycle accounting, month-end close, and financial statement preparation and review.
• Automotive dealership accounting experience is strongly preferred, particularly within multi-location operations.
• Accounting designation preferred, or an equivalent combination of advanced accounting experience in the automotive sector.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, including the use of PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP functions for analysis and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships and communicate effectively with operational and finance leaders.
• Experience with payroll, budgeting processes, accounting software systems, and reporting tools such as Crystal Reports or similar platforms.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and perform well in a fast-paced environment.