Controller - Mississauga, Canada - Zanchin Automotive Group

Zanchin Automotive Group

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - **_The Power to Move You_

Mississauga Volkswagen,
part of Zanchin Automotive Group, a privately-owned network of 30+ successful dealerships that welcomes talent and enthusiasm, values people and contributions, and rewards performance and accomplishment, is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Financial Controller
to join the Team.
With a focus on monitoring a dealership's financial health and providing strategic thought partnership, this position will manage the financial framework, internal controls and financial statements.

Join now to be part of a company that has been supporting the community for 50 years, and where careers are made and fostered with enthusiasm, integrity and respect.

Now is the time to be part of a Team that encourages progressive and entrepreneurial styles, and drives performance through winning attitudes.

What's in it for you.

Competitive and generous compensation package
Enhanced Group Benefits Program, including extended medical, dental, vision, life insurance and so much more
Companyprovided tools and equipment
Ongoing development and training, including product and industry knowledge, from experienced leaders and experts
Opportunity for career advancement within the group

About the opportunity
As an integral part of the "we can do that" operation, and as the leader of the Finance/Accounting Team, this position is responsible to monitor the financial health of the operation

Specifically:
- oversee all accounting activities and cycles, including revenues/receivables/receipts and purchases/payables/payments, treasury, payroll, compliance and related processes
- monitor the company's financial direction, policies, accounting practices
- work with the dealership management team; provide insights and feedback to ensure exceptional financial results while minimizing risk and exposure
- manage relationships with external stakeholders such as lending institutions, shareholders, external accountants, taxation authorities and others
- maintain ownership of general ledger and trial balance, including schedules and related entries, ensuring information within the system agrees to supporting documents and external sources
- develop, maintain, manage and analyze financial statements, payroll, budgets and tax compliance issues
- prepare monthly, quarterly and year-end reporting packages and manage year-end reporting processes
- champion cash management processes and systems to ensure strong liquidity
- champion internal processes and procedure improvements and maintain documentation to that effect
- develop, motivate and supervise accounting team members

About you.
- previous experience as a Controller or in progressive roles within an automotive and/or dealership setting is preferred

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, or equivalent, with strong technical accounting skills and understanding of accounting guidelines
CPA or equivalent designation is an asset, not required

- proficiency working with ERP systems (such as CDK or Reynolds&Reynolds) and payroll management programs (Payworks, ADP or similar)
- demonstrated track record of using Microsoft Office programs, including expert-level proficiency in Excel (including formulas, pivot tables, and data manipulation and analysis)
- demonstrated desire to continuously develop new skills, take on new challenges and actively seek out opportunities for improvement
- experience leading and supervising Team Members
- strong ability to communicate professionally (verbal and written)
- proven ability to influence change and effectively lead projects
- change champion with the ability to bring new ideas, a fresh perspective and a sense of urgency to drive accounting and operational improvements
- ability to adapt to a changing environment and meet deadlines
- ability to maintain and improve internal controls
- strong attention to detail, organized and strategic
- ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
- ability to work independently and with mínimal supervision
- self-motivated and driven with a passion for excellence in execution
- a desire to work in a high energy, fast-paced environment
- a proven commitment to quality of work

Why choose Zanchin Automotive Group?

Your career ambitions will be achieved we offer career development and advancement.
You will be part a wining team we are a leader in the industry driven by 50years of peoplecentric business modelling.
Your voice will be heard and ideas celebrated we have an entrepreneurial and strategic attitude, that welcomes and supports individual ideas and strategies.
You will enjoy a competitive pay and bonus plan we offer many employment perquisites.
You'll be part of a culture at the forefront of transparency, communication and engagement we are a Team, and work together to achieve and thrive.