BMW Automotive Accounting Comptroller
Suitland, MD
Full Time
Experienced
BMW Automotive Accounting Comptroller — Full-Time
Passport BMW one of the DC area's largest dealerships with 35 years of history.
Join a high‑performing automotive dealership and lead our accounting operations. We’re seeking an experienced Automotive Accounting Controller to oversee financial reporting, internal controls, cash management, and the daily functions of a busy retail automotive environment. This role is critical to the dealership’s financial health, accuracy, and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all accounting functions: GL, AP/AR, payroll, schedules, and reconciliations
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP and manufacturer requirements
- Manage month-end and year-end close, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Monitor cash flow, banking relationships, and liquidity needs
- Maintain and improve internal controls to safeguard dealership assets and ensure compliance with regulations
- Review schedules, investigate unusual entries, and ensure proper reconciliations (bank, reserve, factory payable, floorplan)
- Ensure all manufacturer accounts (warranty, rebates, co‑op, interest credits) are accurate and current
- Coordinate internal and external audits, providing required documentation and addressing findings
- Provide financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to senior management to support strategic decisions
- Supervise, train, and develop accounting staff; promote a culture of accuracy and accountability
- Minimum 3+ years experience as an Automotive Controller or Assistant Controller in a dealership environment
- Strong understanding of dealership financial statements, internal controls, and compliance standards
- EXCEL proficiency is of the HIGHEST PRIORITY.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to lead a team and collaborate across departments
- Deep knowledge of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and revenue recognition in automotive retail
- Competitive salary and performance incentives
- Full benefits package
- Stable, growth‑oriented dealership environment
- Supportive leadership and strong operational infrastructure
- Opportunities for advancement within the accounting and executive team
You’re a detail‑driven, disciplined accounting leader who thrives in a fast‑paced dealership environment. You understand the importance of accurate schedules, strong controls, and timely reporting — and you know how to build a team that delivers both precision and efficiency.
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