Controller

The Opportunity:

Our client is a leading automotive retailer dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and a wide selection of vehicles. With a network of dealerships across Canada, our client offers a comprehensive range of new and pre-owned vehicles, as well as financing, leasing and vehicle maintenance services. Committed to delivering a seamless car-buying experience, our client prides itself on transparency, integrity, and customer satisfaction.

As a result of their continued growth and success, they are seeking an entrepreneurially driven Controller and savvy business leader to oversee all accounting responsibilities within a fast- growing dealership in Coquitlam, BC.

What You’ll Do:

As the Controller, you will be at the forefront of our clients’ finance and accounting operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and aligning the accounting departments focus to support organizational objectives.
• Overall responsibility for the dealership's assets with the General Manager.
• Oversee staff on day-to-day accounting duties.
• Play an integral role in the dealership including posting deals and transactions.
• Responsible for finalizing statements and submission to banks and manufacturers.
• Responsible for inventory financing and following financial institution rules with respect to payouts etc.
• Supervise Inventory reconciliations for all inventory including vehicles and parts.
• Responsible for year-end work papers.
• Builds relationships and supports all departments across the organization.
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of all departmental financial data.
• Constantly looking for ways to improve organization profitability through information
• analysis, process improvement and cost management.
• Ensure the adequate training and development of all staff and self to satisfy both
• operational and franchise requirements.
• Take leadership role in the budgeting process, including timelines, communication, execution, consolidated, summarization and reporting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What You Bring:

• Post-Secondary education in Accounting or Commerce.
• CPA designation preferable but not required.
• Minimum 3 years’ dealership experience strongly preferred.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office – especially excel.
• Strong leadership skills, with hands-on experience in managing staff.

Who You Are:

• Collaborative team player with a “get it done” attitude.
• Resourceful self-starter and collaborative leader.
• Strong communicator with great people management skills.
• Problem-solver, decision-maker with strong interpersonal skills.
• Trustworthy team player, always happy to help.

What We Offer:

• A competitive total rewards program.
• 100% paid health and dental program.
• Comprehensive Health spending account.
• Employee investment program.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.

About Peeple Inc:

Peeple Inc. is a Vancouver-based People Development organization specializing in Management Search, Executive coaching, and development. We’re dedicated to helping companies build and develop world-class teams and assisting job seekers to find incredible employers. Applicants can expect thorough communication, an in-depth evaluation of their background and abilities, complete confidentiality, and our continuing care and expertise in matching candidates to roles that provide the best fit possible.

Peeple Inc. and the clients we represent are committed to an inclusive and discrimination-free workplace, as well as complete compliance with the B.C. Human Rights Code, Canadian Human Rights Act, and the Employment Equity Act.

Application and Timeline:

We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible as our client is keen to welcome their newest team member. Interviews will take place as resumes are submitted through the Peeple Inc. website.