We are looking for an experienced Controller / Accountant for our business operations.

The individual needs to be a great team player, be an advocate of the business vision, and want to succeed by contributing to the financial success of the company.

We offer an above average pay, a premium health benefits package, continuous training and development as well as internal career opportunities.

Reports to:

• Dealer principals

Functions:

• Responsible for complete dealership accounting functions and bookkeeping activities.
• Preparation of timely monthly financials statements
• Provides analytical, administrative, and financial information to department managers
• Numerous Daily and Monthly routines and Account Operations and Reconciliations
• Interdepartmental Relations
• Payroll preparation and administration of the group benefit plan
• Communication with External Sources
• Monitoring of internal controls and proper accounting methods and instructs team members
• Participation in the preparation of the budget, financial forecasts and report variances
• Preparation of annual audits for external auditors
• Performs other tasks, based on management requirements and instructions.

Competencies:

• Must be bilingual.
• Is highly analytical with much time spent planning, conducting financial analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to administer payroll
• Proficiency in advanced Excel functions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced industry.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, provincial and local regulations and tax filings
• Focused, driven, team player, with strong and effective interpersonal skills.
• Is capable of conveying necessary information (in writing and verbally) to other managers in the retail facility
• Must be capable of working independently, effectively managing his or her time and work flow.
• Able to plan and organize their daily, weekly and monthly schedules to meet all deadlines and deliverables on time
• Employee and customer Enthusiasm.
• Leadership and motivation skills, including delegation, empowerment, coaching, supervision
• Involves interacting consistently with managers and team members in the dealership to exchange and coordinate the flow of paperwork and information.
• Highly organized with strong attention do details

Please send your resume to Stephanie Laplante, General Manager, at stephanie@laplantegroup.com.