Controller-Mercedes-Benz Grapevine

Identifies internal control issues by reviewing existing policies, verifying changes in authorized personnel, and communicating issues to the Assistant Controller. A.) from four-year college or university; and seven years related dealership experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Overview:

For over 35-plus years, Avondale Group has grown to become one of the most respected family-owned automotive groups in the world. We pride ourselves on creating an elevated client experience from purchase, to service, to collision repair, to subscription and beyond. The sincere and endless commitment to our employees drives our success and the inclusive culture makes AvondaleDealerships a truly special place!

We feel honored that we attract, nurture, respect and retain the most talented people in the industry! We do so by providing a world-class, high-quality work environment where productivity, innovation, and personal and professional growth lead to success and lasting, meaningful relationships. It would be our sincere pleasure to show you this, first-hand.

EXCELLENT MEDICAL INSURANCE AND LIFE BENEFITS FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!

Your Choice of Medical Plans (we reduced employee healthcare expense through our self-insured plans for our employees and their families for 2024)

• Dental
• Vision
• FREE Company Paid Life Insurance 
• FREE Employee Assistance Program Support for all employees
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays/Vacation/Paid Time Off

 

Avondale is proud to represent Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter Commercial Vehicles, Porsche, Aston Martin, Bentley, Rolls Royce, McLaren, and  Maserati.

 

 

Who is Avondale Group? 

 

 

A Career at Avondale

 

Responsibilities:

Our Avondale Dealerships Controller ensures an elevated client experience while creating client advocates and manage the Accounting Department, its personnel, and its functions. Control Dealership assets and liabilities, both legal and financial.

 

Responsibilities:

 

Reviews overall accounting accuracy and completeness of reconciliations to assure company policies and internal control measures are being followed
Participates in annual Operational Planning with all dealerships, developing a plan to cover the needs of the Accounting Department as they relate to the overall dealership plans
Develops actions for projects and goals, maintain reporting, and review reports monthly with the General Managers
Prepares and calculates annual budgets for all dealerships, record in the ADP system, and analyze budget performance monthly
Serves as information liaison between accounting and staff to inform on deadlines, changes, and updates.
Oversees and prepares for annual audit
Identifies internal control issues by reviewing existing policies, verifying changes in authorized personnel, and communicating issues to the Assistant Controller
Knows and understands the Avondale and Information Securities Policy and adhere to its requirements
Attends weekly department meetings

 

Qualifications:

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; and seven years related dealership experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
CPA certification preferred but not required.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 10 pounds.